Free farm games on Android range from tractor simulators like Farming Simulator 14 and 16 to village builders, idle farms and Farm Heroes Saga, a match-3 game. Farm Heroes Saga and Idle Farmer mention offline play, while Sunshine Island says it needs an internet connection. Three listings show no Contains ads label.
Farming games have been a phone favourite for years, and it's easy to see why. Planting something and coming back to find it grown is satisfying in a way that never gets old.
I went through the Google Play listing for each game, and I've noted the developer, installs, content rating, the Contains ads and In-app purchases labels and any wording about the internet. They're not ranked.
The word farm covers a lot of ground here, from driving a combine harvester to matching rows of carrots. I've grouped them below so you can skip straight to your kind of farm.
Farm games and their labels
| Game | Developer | Google Play installs | Ads / in-app purchases | Offline wording on the listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farming Simulator 14 | GIANTS Software | 100M+ | No ads label, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| Farm Heroes Saga | King | 100M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | 'Enjoy offline play when you want to unwind anywhere' |
| Farming Simulator 16 | GIANTS Software | 50M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| Sunshine Island : Farming Game | Goodgame Studios | 10M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | Says 'This game requires an internet connection' |
| Spring Valley: Farm Game | CASUAL AZUR GAMES | 10M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| Farm Manager - 2027 | Xombat Development - Airline manager games | 10M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| My Free Farm 2 | upjers GmbH | 5M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| Farm Bay | YULONZO LIMITED | 1M+ | No ads label, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
| Idle Farmer: Farm Tycoon Games | Game Veterans | 1M+ | Contains ads, in-app purchases | 'Enjoy gameplay offline' |
| Tougen Adventures: Farm Town | TAO GAMES | 100K+ | No ads label, in-app purchases | No offline claim on the listing |
Ten farms to grow
Farming Simulator 14
Farming Simulator 14 from GIANTS Software lets you take control of a farm and its fields on a phone or tablet. It shows no Contains ads label and has more than 100M installs.
Farm Heroes Saga
Farm Heroes Saga from King is a cheerful match-3 game where you match fruit and veg and help animal friends. Its listing says many parts of the game can be played offline.
Farming Simulator 16
Farming Simulator 16 builds on its predecessor with an open world, big machines and a realistic farm you'll manage in detail.
Sunshine Island : Farming Game
Sunshine Island from Goodgame Studios is a tropical island farm, and its listing says it requires an internet connection. Keep it for home Wi-Fi.
Spring Valley: Farm Game
Spring Valley from CASUAL AZUR GAMES has you build a farm that's started from the ground up in a scenic valley, growing crops and exploring.
Farm Manager - 2027
Farm Manager - 2027 from Xombat Development is a management game where you plan, expand land and breed animals as the boss of a farming business.
My Free Farm 2
My Free Farm 2 from upjers GmbH lets you cultivate fields, care for animals and turn harvests into farm products, then design the farm your way.
Farm Bay
Farm Bay from YULONZO LIMITED asks you to turn a pretty farm into a seaside village, harvesting crops, raising animals and trading with friends. It shows no Contains ads label.
Idle Farmer: Farm Tycoon Games
Idle Farmer from Game Veterans is an idle farming sim where you'll grow crops and raise animals, and its listing says you can enjoy it offline.
Tougen Adventures: Farm Town
Tougen Adventures from TAO GAMES mixes farming with a magical village and friendly Yokai spirits. It's rated Everyone 10+ and shows no Contains ads label.
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Tractors, villages or match-3 carrots?
Simulators: Farming Simulator 14 and 16 put you in the cab of real-feeling machines. Management: Farm Manager - 2027 is about running the business side.
Village builders: Sunshine Island, Spring Valley, My Free Farm 2, Farm Bay and Tougen Adventures mix crops with decorating and exploring. Idle and puzzle: Idle Farmer grows on its own, and Farm Heroes Saga is match-3 with a farm theme.
Farm games for the train
Farm Heroes Saga's listing says many parts of the game work offline, and Idle Farmer says you can enjoy it offline. Sunshine Island is the opposite and says it needs a connection. For more games that run with no signal, see this list of no internet games for Android and PC.
Ads labels on the farm
- No Contains ads label: Farming Simulator 14, Farm Bay and Tougen Adventures.
- In-app purchases: all ten carry the label.
- Ratings: everything is rated Everyone except Tougen Adventures, which is Everyone 10+.
Farm games are popular with children, so it's worth switching on approval for in-app purchases in Google Play. For more child-friendly options that work offline, these free offline games for kids on Android tablets are a good companion.
Starting your first farm
- Plant the quickest crops first so you see progress.
- Upgrade fields before decorations.
- Check in at regular times rather than constantly.
- Ignore offers to rush crops; they grow anyway.
Farming as a slow pleasure
The best farm games share something with cozy games: they reward patience and never punish you for leaving. Plant, wait, harvest and repeat: it's a rhythm a lot of people find soothing, and it doesn't ask much of you.
Which farm I'd plant first
If you love machines, Farming Simulator 16. If you want a quick puzzle, Farm Heroes Saga. If you'd like a magical village without a Contains ads label, Tougen Adventures. Start with one and let it grow.
Frequently asked questions
Are there free farm games for Android?
Yes. All ten games here are free to install from Google Play.
Which farm games play offline?
Farm Heroes Saga and Idle Farmer both mention offline play on their listings.
Does Sunshine Island need the internet?
Yes. Its listing says the game requires an internet connection.
Which farm games have no ads?
Farming Simulator 14, Farm Bay and Tougen Adventures: Farm Town show no Contains ads label.
Is there a realistic farming game on Android?
Farming Simulator 14 and Farming Simulator 16 from GIANTS Software are the most realistic here.
Are farm games suitable for kids?
Nine are rated Everyone and Tougen Adventures is rated Everyone 10+.
