This beginner guide will provide some best tips and tricks to start your journey in Giants Software’s Farming Simulator 25.
Giants Software’s Farming Simulator 25, the latest installment from the hit franchise Farming Simulator was launched on November 12, 2024. The farming sim adds several features such as new crops, animals, and maps, and enhances the graphics to make it more realistic.
Ardent franchise fans may already know the core gameplay mechanics and how to keep things going to some extent. For beginners who want to try out this new farming simulator, here are some tips and tricks to know before starting the Farming Simulator 25 journey.
1) Guided Intro-Tour Gives You a Head Start
Tutorials are an essential aspect of every game, explaining core gameplay mechanics and how things work. The Guided Intro-Tour in Farming Simulator 25 explains the basics and walks you through activities such as cultivating, planting, and harvesting.
This tour will only be available if you set the Start Farm and Guided Intro-Tour options to “Yes”. Using a mod on maps also won’t trigger the tutorial. Although the guided tour may seem a little boring, completing it will significantly impact your in-game knowledge and assist you in the long run.
2) Crop Planting and Harvesting Are Seasonal
Managing crops is a key aspect of any farming simulation game, and Farming Simulator 25 is no exception. The developers have made crop planting and harvesting more realistic by implementing a Seasonal Growth mechanism and the Crop Calendar.
In Farming Simulator 25, seasons affect plant growth and harvesting, similar to real life. The Crop Calendar contains complete details of all crops along with their planting and harvesting seasons. This feature adds realism to the farming simulator, but it can be turned off in the settings to grow all crops anytime, regardless of the season.
Also, keep note of Crop Stocks prices, which spike and dip at certain points based on your actions and the season. Maximize crop-yielding profit by mastering these crop mechanisms.
3) AI Workers Reduce Your Workload
In Farming Simulator 25, you don’t need to manage all of your farm’s workload alone. AI workers can assist you with routine farm activities, such as plowing fields and delivering items.
This not only reduces your workload but also saves time. However, you need to pay a small fee to hire these workers. The in-game settings allow you to customize various behaviors of these AI workers based on your preferences.
You can also learn from the AI workers. If you are unsure how to perform a certain task, assign it to your AI workers and observe them to learn from their methods.
4) Taking Contracts Gives You Extra Money
If you have extra time, consider taking on contracts to earn money. Completing contracts during off-seasons or downtime is an efficient way to earn additional income.
You can take contracts from the Contracts section in the menu, which refreshes over time. These contracts often require simple tasks for nearby farmers.
Some contracts may require specific equipment. Prioritize contracts that match the equipment you already own. If you don’t have the required equipment for a contract, you can rent it from other farmers by paying a small fee.
5) Investing in Animals Is Expensive
It is an urge for every player to raise and grow livestock in Farming Simulator 25. Although you will earn a considerable income from animals such as cows, sheep, chickens, and pigs, maintaining the animals is expensive, especially in the early gameplay.
Animals require housing and food, which can consume a large portion of your funds. Focusing on crops in the beginning will help you maintain a stable financial base for future investments in livestock.
6) Don’t Rush – Go With the Flow
Start small, and don’t jump into huge investments right away. Spending too much too soon can quickly deplete your funds, impacting your gameplay.
If you’re considering a significant investment, analyze the benefits before spending. Review the details thoroughly and plan how they will be useful. Set long-term goals and work toward them gradually to build your farming empire.
Start with basic crops for a stable income. As your earnings grow, reinvest carefully to increase profits. That’s how you’ll find the satisfaction of farming. Farming Simulator 25 offers various experiences, so don’t rush—take your time to enjoy the simulation. Remember, “Rome wasn’t built in a day,” so go with the flow and embrace the journey.
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