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Gleaner Heights

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2018

Should you play it?

Experience the old-school charm of classic farming games with the suburban gothic atmosphere of certain 90's TV shows, along with contemporary game mechanics. Farming, crafting, combat, romantic relationships and mysterious events await!

What works
  • Unique dark mystery story
  • Addictive slow-burn gameplay
  • Strong skill and perk progression
  • Atmospheric music and pixel art
  • Active developer support
Things to keep in mind
  • Clunky and imprecise controls
  • Tedious mining mechanics
  • Repetitive npc dialogue
  • Slow pacing early on
  • Limited customization and social depth

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • YAR: Forgotten Throne

  • Demonheart

  • Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

  • Aeruta

  • Road to Empress I

  • Millennium - A New Hope

  • Sins Of The Demon RPG

  • Insects Awaken

  • Mister Furry: Hot Muscles
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • YAR: Forgotten Throne

  • Demonheart

  • Millennium - A New Hope
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

  • Autonomy

    Darkwood
  • Escapism

    Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer
  • Exploration

    Everholm

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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Gleaner Heights: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Violence, Cooperation, Survival. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Fellowship. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Creativity.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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    "Players have freedom to explore, craft, and make choices affecting story and survival; no handholding or fixed routines."

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  • Competence

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  • Competition

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    "Focus is on personal story progression and exploration without competitive elements or leaderboards."

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  • Continuation

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    "Players report addictive gameplay with long play sessions and grinding for upgrades and achievements."

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  • Cooperation

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    "Primarily single-player with limited social interaction focused on NPC relationships, no multiplayer or teamwork."

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    "Mainly single-player with limited social interaction focused on NPC relationships rather than multiplayer cooperation."

  • Creativity

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    "Some character customization and farm upgrades; limited personalization and no extensive decoration."

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  • Domination

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    "Interactions are balanced with no evidence of power imposition or trash talk; cooperative NPCs and story-driven."

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  • Escapism

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    "Players use the game to immerse in a dark, atmospheric mystery world, escaping real life through story and exploration."

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    "Players use the game to immerse in a dark, mysterious world distinct from real life, providing escape and intrigue."

  • Expectation

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    "Players engage voluntarily driven by interest in story and atmosphere rather than obligation."

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  • Experimenting

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    "Game encourages exploration of secrets, different weapons, and difficulty levels, promoting experimentation."

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    "Game encourages exploration of secrets, different story paths, and farming strategies, rewarding experimentation."

  • Exploration

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    "Strong emphasis on discovering new areas, secrets, dungeons, and mysteries in the town and underworld."

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  • Expression

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    "Minimal character customization mostly cosmetic; no strong emphasis on self-expression."

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  • Fantasy

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    "Game features a dark, horror-fantasy setting with supernatural and mysterious elements."

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  • Fellowship

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    "Limited social connection focused on NPC relationships; no multiplayer or community features."

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  • Growth

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    "Players develop skills, unlock perks, and learn story elements, supporting personal development within the game."

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    "Players develop skills, unlock perks, and learn story details progressively, supporting personal growth."

  • Health

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    "Sedentary gameplay with some stamina mechanics; no physical activity or health promotion."

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    "Sedentary gameplay with some stamina management but no physical activity or health promotion."

  • Idle

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    "Requires attention and active management of farming, relationships, and survival elements."

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  • Intimacy

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    "Some emotional connection through story and NPC interactions, but limited depth in relationships."

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  • Progression

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    "Clear progression through levels, skill trees, equipment upgrades, and story advancement."

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  • Relaxation

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    "Platforming and exploration can be relaxing but some challenges cause frustration and tension."

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  • Sensation

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    "Enjoyable pixel art, music, and atmospheric sound design provide sensory engagement."

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  • Status

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  • Story

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    "Strong narrative focus with multiple endings and surprising plot twists engaging players."

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  • Strategy

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  • Value

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    "Players feel they get good content and hours of gameplay for the price."

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  • Violence

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    "Combat exists but is not the main focus; violence is moderate and integrated into broader gameplay."

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  • Survival

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