Ritual of Raven
August 7, 2025
Ritual of Raven is a cozy, story-based farming sim - but you don’t do the farming yourself! Instead you collect and enchant Arcana Constructs to grow your magical herb garden. In a world where different traditions of magic live side by side, ambitious plans were made to open portals between …
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Critic Reviews (14)
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80.0
Gameplay
80.0
Story
80.0
"Ritual of Raven is a life sim that stands out with its story-driven focus and well-developed characters, offering a familiar yet engaging gameplay loop enhanced by unique mechanics like card-based machine programming and moon phase–sensitive plant care, all within a …"
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65.0
Gameplay
85.0
Story
70.0
"Ritual of Raven proves to be a successful video game experiment, capable of shaking the foundations of a genre that too often lacks innovative ideas. The work done by Spellgarden Games delves deeply into the dynamics of interaction between the …"
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88.0
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78.0
Story
75.0
"Ritual of Raven is a much-needed refresh of the farming sim genre. It manages to mostly avoid the trappings of similar games while adding some great touches of their own. The writing is fun and engaging, the gameplay is addictive …"
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75.0
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85.0
Story
80.0
"Ritual of Raven is perfect for anyone who wants to run their farm with a touch of magic and a generous dash of convenience. It impresses with its charming setting, unusual core mechanics, and a calm, almost meditative gameplay style. …"
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70.0
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80.0
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60.0
"In moments where you can dive into the mechanics on offer, Ritual of Raven really shines. Tinkering with the automations is fun and rewarding, providing a fresh spin on a well-worn genre. But the game doesn&s;t encourage these moments, instead …"
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78.0
Gameplay
79.0
Story
73.0
"Ritual of Raven combines the fundamentals of farming with the language of coding for an incredibly wholesome and engaging experience."
Read original review"While built on the general base of a farming sim, Ritual of Raven throws in some magic and rudimentary programming to help spice it up a little"
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93.0
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94.0
Story
96.0
"Ritual of Raven is a quest fest and a collecting paradise. The story bobs along like the cheeky raven, moving from one place to another, all guided, but with no time pressure. Creating enchantments to control the adorable pot-like Arcana …"
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85.0
Gameplay
65.0
Story
70.0
"Ritual of Raven is a charming farming sim with a strong emphasis on the quests and story side of the equation with clever puzzles to boot. 🐦"
Read original review"Ritual of Raven is an innovative and charming addition to the farming sim genre, clearly distinguishing itself from the competition with its unique programming mechanics. The combination of magic and automation is cleverly implemented and enjoyable, even if the game …"
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65.0
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70.0
Story
75.0
"Ritual of Raven is a breath of fresh air when it comes to a bogged-down genre, introducing unique ways to run your farm. Albeit this can be a major learning curve and can sometimes be frustrating, I can’t help applauding …"
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75.0
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65.0
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80.0
"Magic farming games have been a bit of a trend in the last five years, so I appreciate Spellgarden taking that and making it their own. Where the game truly shines, though, is through its personality, which is something that …"
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55.0
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65.0
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45.0
"Ritual of Raven is enjoyable in its own unique charm, but its story progression and learning curve can sometimes hinder players from advancing further into the game. If you’re seeking a soothing yet different style of simulation, give this indie …"
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65.0
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80.0
Story
70.0
"Ritual of Raven offers a unique magic-based farming style that sets it apart from traditional simulation games. The story is mysterious and engaging, though some lengthy dialogues don’t serve the narrative. Gameplay is fun and flexible with cards and companions, …"
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