Roots of Pacha

Depois de 450 horas de jogo e todas as conquistas alcançadas, eu nem preciso dizer que eu AMO esse jogo. Roots of Pacha é um jogo de fazendinha que se passa na Idade da Pedra e, quando comprei, confesso que, na época, fiquei com medo do conteúdo dele ser limitado por conta do tema. Mas eu tomei um tapa na cara tão forte, pois acabei me surpreendendo e MUITO! Inclusive, com coisas básicas que já existem em outros jogos de fazendinha, como ter filhos, por exemplo. É algo que eu só faço para ganhar as conquistas, mas eu nunca imaginei que um dia iria ensiná-los a andar e, muito menos, ver o primeiro dia deles na escola! E esse pequeno detalhe, que pode parecer bobo, de a gente poder conversar com nossos filhos, acompanhar o crescimento e o desenvolvimento da personalidade deles deixou minha experiência ainda mais imersiva. Com isso, eu realmente criei um apego por eles, da mesma forma como me apeguei a outros NPCs. E, falando neles, eles são bem desenvolvidos. Claro, nenhum deles é um personagem supercomplexo, mas, mesmo assim, não os acho rasos, apesar de ter meus preferidos, é claro. Também gosto do pequeno detalhe de eles reconhecerem nosso esforço dentro do clã e nos elogiarem, mas de uma forma natural e fofa, sem endeusar nosso personagem. E claro que como uma garota que tem o coração bem grande, eu ameiii a opção de poliamor e como os personagens SABEM que a gente já está em um relacionamento e tudo acontece de forma natural e sem julgamentos, afinal é a idade da pedra. Mas eu queria que essa opção também estivesse aberta para outros casais do clã, porque a única reclamação que tenho é que os dois NPCs com quem eu queria me casar não são romanceáveis: o Grob e a Okka. Mas, claro, isso não tira a grandeza de Roots of Pacha. A parte de plantação é importante (minha parte preferida de todo jogo de fazendinha!), mas as outras partes também são divertidas, como a criação de animais, que são muito fofinhos (os pets também!). A mineração é bem gostosinha e, apesar de não ter monstros, em nenhum momento me senti entediada explorando as cavernas, que têm uma ótima diversidade, além dos puzzles. O mundo inteiro de Roots é uma gracinha. A história principal é muito legal também, e mal posso esperar para ver a continuidade dela. Também quero elogiar outras coisas: a arte fofíssima; a diversidade das plantações; o fato das nossas ferramentas não ocupar espaço no inventário; a mecânica de tocar flauta para domesticar os animais (e como cada espécie tem sua própria musiquinha. A do muflão é minha fav); a mecânica de caçar insetos; as três formas diferentes de pescar; os festivais; os acessórios e seus buffs; eu poderia citar ainda mais coisas, pois o jogo é grandioso em muitas formas. Enfim, essas 450 horas passaram tão rápido que se eu pudesse eu esqueceria tudo para jogar como se fosse a primeira vez e descobrir tudo de novo. Roots foi uma experencia muito positiva e deliciosa, mas como nada dura para sempre vou ficar aqui, cheia de ansiedade, aguardando uma próxima grande atualização e na esperança de, quem sabe, poder beijar o Grob e a Okka! Mas enquanto isso não acontece, irei focar na decoração que é maravilhosa também! E SIM, EU AVALIO COM O CORAÇÃO <3

Roots of Pacha is a charming and thoughtful life simulation game that reimagines the cozy farming genre through a prehistoric lens. Set in the Stone Age, it invites players to build a thriving clan not by relying on modern tools or magic, but by discovering and innovating the foundations of civilization itself. Instead of inheriting a rundown farm like in many genre staples, you’re part of a nomadic tribe settling in a new region, helping to shape everything from agriculture to social customs. This narrative twist gives the game a refreshing sense of purpose and progression. The core gameplay loop is familiar to fans of life sims: plant crops, gather resources, build relationships, and upgrade your village. But Roots of Pacha adds layers of meaning by contextualizing these actions as discoveries. You're not just planting seeds; you're domesticating wild plants. You're not just crafting tools; you're inventing them. This framing makes each milestone feel significant. Discovering animal husbandry, for example, isn’t handed to you—it’s a reward for observation, experimentation, and collaboration with other clan members. The result is a slower, more intentional pace that fits beautifully with the game’s thematic focus on community and ingenuity. Mechanically, the game is polished and accessible. Movement and interactions are fluid, the UI is clean, and the tutorial eases you into the Stone Age lifestyle without overwhelming you. There's a satisfying rhythm to the seasons, with new activities and discoveries unfolding naturally over time. Farming is simple but expands as you gain knowledge, and there’s a sense of satisfaction that comes from gradually transforming wild land into cultivated space. Beyond farming, the game offers animal taming, fishing, mining, festivals, and a relationship system that includes friendship, romance, and even clan-wide decisions that affect the community. A major strength of Roots of Pacha lies in its emphasis on cooperation—not just in multiplayer, but within the narrative itself. Clan members aren’t static NPCs; they evolve alongside you. You can influence the direction of village development, vote on new ideas, and see characters grow as they discover their roles within the group. This collaborative storytelling enhances the emotional stakes and gives you a strong reason to engage with each member of the tribe beyond the usual gift-giving grind. Visually, the game uses a detailed pixel art style that feels warm and inviting. Environments are rich with texture, and the changing seasons are beautifully represented. The prehistoric setting is full of small artistic flourishes—bone tools, stone pathways, and lush, untamed flora—that reinforce the game’s unique identity. The soundtrack, too, is gentle and atmospheric, with tribal drums and natural sounds that blend seamlessly into the gameplay. It contributes to a meditative tone, encouraging players to slow down and savor each in-game day. That said, Roots of Pacha isn’t without minor flaws. Progression can occasionally feel too slow, especially for players used to the faster pace of other farming sims. Some mechanics, like animal taming or tool upgrades, require precise conditions that aren’t always communicated clearly, which may lead to moments of confusion or wasted effort. And while the game offers a wide range of customization for your character and village, some players might find the romantic interactions and dialogue options limited compared to more narrative-heavy life sims. Despite these small issues, Roots of Pacha stands out as a thoughtful and lovingly crafted addition to the genre. It reinterprets familiar mechanics through a historical lens in a way that feels both original and educational without being preachy. More importantly, it captures the quiet joy of discovery—of turning an unfamiliar place into a home, of working together to make life a little better each day. It’s a game that values community, creativity, and patience, offering a serene but rewarding experience for players who want something more grounded and meaningful from their virtual lives. Rating: 10/10

部族大锅饭的好处就是：即便我每天不努力种田钓鱼养鸡文明也会持续进步发展。 本身对石器时代没有兴趣导致前期玩起来有一些慢热，但是莫名的就很上头。 还挺好玩的

真的很喜欢当原始人的感觉，除了星露谷就是这个了！！真的想安利给每一位。希望这个游戏有后续更新！！！！！！！！！！

It's a cute game, I've spent hours in it and would gladly spend more. It takes a while to compelte, and if you're going for completionist, ALOT longer. The new update is very interesting and expands nicely with the lore. End game after the update is a diffrent story, at least for me. If you haven't almost exclusively focused on both agriculture and farm animals it's gonna be a long grind. Needing x amount of the highest quality for alot of plants and anima drops feels very excessive. I finally got a steady income and most of my things upgreaded and build extra breeding pens to speed up the process. But having nothing to spend all the money on and just going to bed early every day just waiting for the animals to breed made me lose the motivation to get the very last part of the lore. Do recommend though, but to avoid the end game grind do some planning and research on the items you'll need

My wife and I play this game together and I must say its great. Somewhat reminiscent of another very popular farm sim but unique in its own way. I can see us putting a lot of hours into this one.

I've played through Stardew, Fields of Mistria, and Sun Haven already so I was desperate for another game. There was some hesitation to starting Roots of Pacha because I wasn't really into the tribal scene. However, it was on sale so I decided to give it a whirl anyways and I AM SOOOO GLAD I DID. They keep the gameplay so interesting with introductions of new ideas and developments just when things start to get a little monotonous. I wish that the romance and some of the dialouge is more interesting/interactive, but otherwise this game has exceeded my expectations!

Roots of Pacha offers a thoroughly well crafted and charming world with gameplay loops that engage and reward for a long time. It is utterly enjoyable to explore the various areas as they open up, discover new animals which you can breed, and gather seeds for vegetables and fruit which you domesticate over time. The different characters and tribes are mostly well written and have their own personality with some of them having more depth than others. Building friendship with the locals, romancing people, entering a union and ultimately having children is all quite well done. Especially growing your children from a newborn to a child that goes to school and chooses a profession is quite rich in this game compared to other similar titles. The overall story that unfolds ties everything together nicely and gives your interaction with other tribes even more purpose. Anyone who enjoys this genre of games cannot go wrong with Roots of Pacha. Solid recommendation. Some minor critique points for version 1.3 are, in my opinion: (1) Some crafting resources are not utilized enough and do not offer further purpose with higher tier crafting recipes in the mid- to late-game; (2) Cooked dishes which are mainly intended for stamina regeneration and buffs serve little purpose as most activities do not require stamina; (3) Animal breeding and management can become quite cluttered and difficult if you try to breed and keep all animal color variants.