Rune Factory 2: A Fantasy Harvest Moon is a role-playing game much like its predecessor, sharing a simplistic combat system that is traditionally lacking in Harvest Moon games as well as a unique social emphasis that operates as a dating simulator. Micromanagement is still the primary focus, with farming tasks and monster organization at the forefront, though exploration and a robust crafting system are also prominent. The game tests your patience, given that you're forced to work boring fetch quests around the in-game clock, not to mention the fact that the crafting system has to be unlocked. But those who don't mind waiting should find Rune Factory 2 a calming and pleasant adventure.
The Good:
* Pleasant, calming gameplay with addictive farming
* Good crafting system
* Interesting social simulation aspect
* Charming artistic design.
The Bad:
* In-game clock and calendar can really test your patience
* Button-mashing combat system
* Padded with dull fetch quests
* Minor slowdown.
