Is My Time at Sandrock Already Better Than Portia?

[@PatheaGames]

Nice, nice, nice, it's so joyful to watch your walkthrough! Can't wait to watch you play more!!!

[@JoshGamingGarden]

Thanks to your team for the hard work on this game! Can't wait to play it more!

[@Mauzwauz1978]

@Pathea Games Will it have steam deck support?

[@smoogles.5534]

lowkey i hope portia has a "Story" but i want it to feel more like a sandbox, so stories appear like emergent events (Sort of like rimworld) it'd make the game feel alive like something new could always happen even if the mainline story is done.

[@jinraigami3349]

@@JoshGamingGarden Late to the comment, but a Chinese gives 3 repeat praise words like this means they extremely praise you.

[@NamelessOne91]

"I'm impressed how everything is so polished" proceeds to casually walk over a moving train

[@anro_gaming]

i always appreciate the dev that learn from their previous title and improve upon it

[@seamarie3111]

I am so grabbing this when I'm home from vacation and have access to my PC again! I loved Portia, but HATED mining because I'm partially blind and those mines were so visually indistinct for me. I LOVE the looks of the mining nodes in Sandrock, MUCH better for me.

[@smallfrypunk3647]

I'm visually impaired as well and I have difficulty with a game that isn't really high contrast. Also, my depth perception isn't very good, so that was another part of the mines that was difficult for me. I'm so glad to know I'm not the only gamer with this problem. Glad you commented here!!!

[@ApotheosizD]

sandrock's assembly station pulls from your chests too, not just your inventory!! not sure why i'm watching even though i have 15 hours already, but here i am, lol. i definitely look forward to the full release!

[@JoshGamingGarden]

Hmm, maybe this was patched recently? I started playing a few weeks before the Early Access and I remember having to take things out of my chests. 😅

[@ApotheosizD]

@@JoshGamingGarden ah gotcha, it's definitely been patched then! right now i only have to take things out of chests to turn in commissions or to sell items.

[@FruitBowlsAreMyThing]

Portia did this too

[@antonyhopkinsYT]

@@FruitBowlsAreMyThing no, only on workbench

[@imlostinthefade]

I have loved this game so much so far! Literally my only problem so far has been that in the character creation, I couldn't make a dark enough skintone that was also not undersaturated or absurdly purple/red/yellow...but honestly, even there it got closer and did better than most games, so I can't entirely complain. The gameplay has been so smooth and purposeful, and I really, really enjoy mining now-- just because I'm a picky person, I probably should have waited for a sale instead of immediately spending 25$, but at the same time I know it will feel worth it once a few updates have come out!

[@aureliaholden5145]

In my opinion Portia is not bad but sandrock is definitely way better

[@JoshGamingGarden]

Sandrock fixes any complaint or issue I had with Portia, so I can see myself playing it for a while!

[@iamcharmi]

I already reached the end of main story line that is currently available and man was it so fun!! I can't wait to see the full game and the rest of the content implemented! 😊💖💖

[@etobaba]

Have they added anything in since this comment?

[@iamcharmi]

@@etobaba they're having an update on August 30 😊💕

[@etobaba]

@@iamcharmi amazing to hear, what is it they're adding in, do you know?

[@ChloesDragons]

Loved Portia, but it got too grindy towards the end of the game taking days to finish a project with nothing else to do with the time. So im looking forward to playing this game when its complete and seeing what it's like!

[@hugoboncar]

I wanted to try My Time at Portia because I loved Stardew Valley and it seemed like it had the same kind of vibe, but I was a bit bothered by the graphics and the lack of customer customisation. I'm glad to see these are both improved upon

[@biancablair4213]

I can't wait to play this game until it's fully released! I love all the improvements done to it and it just looks like so much fun to play. I loved MTAP and this game looks even better.

[@Emily-lh6em]

I loved my time at portia. They seem to have really mastered their art and gameplay. It looks really good I can't wait until it makes it onto the switch since I prefer playing in bed. The only complaint I had about my time at portia was that the switch version was way behind the PC version. Bugs, glitches, some content, and some voice acting was missing long long after the pc version was updated and even after it got released on mobile. I know its a big different of a process when it comes to updating or putting games on switch which I understand. I just hope that now that they've gotten used to it that the process will be smoother to ensure switch players are getting the same experience as pc players. My all in one pc is nice but doesn't run mtap smoothly so I'll probably purchase it on steam but use my husband's gaming pc instead to play it and then ofcourse buy it on switch too.

[@JoshGamingGarden]

I really hope they manage the Switch version well this time! Apparently they had outsourced the port to a different company with Portia, but they'll do it in-house this time around, so hopefully it'll work out better!

[@bukojoetheslapsoils8273]

Even the PS4 version is full of bugs and glitches. I still finished the game on PS4 tho. XD

[@Omar_Al_Seddik]

I recommend getting a Steam Deck. It's pretty much a handheld PC, so you wouldn't have to worry about bad ports. It can also run console games via emulation. Ironically, some Switch games look better on the Steam Deck than they do on the Switch, and that will continue to get better as Switch emulators improve. It's a matter of time before the Switch becomes obsolete.

[@bsexboy]

@@Omar_Al_Seddik I've be3n playing on steam deck

[@powerfulshammy]

Mobile has voice just download the files from the internet that was extracted from PC to paste in voice folder in mobile. Now you have voice. Also there's costumes mobile only. Now my Phylis sexy 😂. Also free Massage chair at start that's where Sandrock fails your always looking for your Stamina early game but in Portia just get a Massage in the chair for more stamina. Another thing where Sandrock fails is I miss my unarmed weapons like boxing gloves or knuckles which knuckles strong until you can get knight sword.

[@januariestories]

This is exactly the review video I was looking for. Great work, thank you for making it!

[@ReadyWoeWolfgirl]

this game seems so good! wish they had the early access on switch too🙊

[@maebeenaut]

Unrelated, but Happy International Flight Attendant Day! I saw that it was today and immediately thought of you. Wishing you safe travels always! 🙏🏾 ✈️

[@JoshGamingGarden]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it! 🛫💛

[@omfgwhat]

Very interesting video, looking forward to play this game. The NPCs look better also, they were really weird looking in Portia.

[@BCOZzzy]

My time at Portia wasn’t exactly my favorite game because I personally have never played a game with the mechanics it offered but I didn’t even realize how much time I put into my time at sand rock and I am addicted.

[@mikedavis4561]

I enjoyed hanging with you during your livestream of the game, a few days ago. Helped answer a lot of my questions for me to purchase the game. My only 2 issues are the way you upgrade your home now. I ended up losing my door and windows, then had to run all the way back to figure out how to edit and add them back on the outside wall. I'm really hoping that aspect gets a better tutorial since the menu there doesn't let you know anything. Secondly, after dropping the diagram on the assembly station to build something, you can't remove it. I wasted 6 hours trying to get mats for something that I wish I could have just taken off the station, and went with what I truly needed. I was tempted to just restart my save file lol. Glad to know that even after 30 hours, you still have stuff to do, as I'm around 12hrs in!

[@harperthejay]

"It's like My Time at Portia, but improved." That's what I'm excited for :) I'm playing through Portia now, and I like it, but it's *so* janky. Sandrock looks gorgeous

[@smaao]

I'm glad they made it with lots of improvements I enjoyed portia but it was annoying mainly because of the bugs. One moment I'll be in the mine making great progress and then the next minute I'll be stuck in some black hole and have to restart😅 I couldnt play anymore. I really can't stand glitches so praying when it actually releases its a clean release

[@ObsidianOwl16]

I had this same issue. I really liked Portia but I never got very far into the game because of things like this. Sandrock is already looking much better.

[@Darknecros7]

I just got this game in early access after playing My Time at Portia. Like in Portia, I’m glad you can name your workshop, as well as each storage box you make (I label them things such as metals, stone, foodstuffs, proc’d mats for processed materials, etc.)

[@Firise]

Sandrock is better, because we can play it with a team of 4 and that's awesome. I LOVE the 4 person yakmel mount, with the sidespans and double saddle.

[@pippin106]

i’m having too much fun playing it! i’m gonna slow down and wait until more gets released, i don’t wanna have to wait for who knows how long

[@pokefan213]

only available on steam, and only available for windows computers so I ain't playing it on my Mac computer or PS4 anytime soon apparently. wish I could though.

[@skylara_k]

Your wish regarding watering crops sounds like it is already in the works based on a short video Pathea has on KZbin about the farming in Sandrock. One more QOL improvement at least coming our way.

[@mimimet6201]

I've been just loving content for this can't even remember if I commented here or not, though there are definitely moments it feels that way I mean I love My Time at Portia. however, going back to it after you can see a reasonable difference especially in player character I need to get a long skirt to see how they move in this game. I play fairly slow considering how I figure things out so it may take me longer than others to complete what is available but I"m so for it. The loading screens don't even bother me as I've been on high and low end computers and sometimes it's just for the best to have some things 'separated' that way depends on the game.

[@boomerbrock1295]

Anyone know when it's coming out to console? I've read before it plans for this year but I still don't see the pre order through playstation online.

[@lizr451]

Great review Josh! I’m excited to try it out soon! 😄

[@jdhlsc169]

It depends on what you mean by "better." I played 40 hours in Sandrock and I have to say, I still like Portia better. Stamina regen is 10 times better, the warm, cozy feeling is better, fishing is better and money making is more diverse and better in Portia. Sandrock has better tech. I have 900 hours in Portia and it's my second favorite game. I can't get into Sandrock like Portia. I hope it improves and I'm able to fall in love with it like I did Portia. As it stands currently, Portia is still my fav.

[@aureliaholden5145]

And I cannot wait to finally be able to play it

[@JoshGamingGarden]

Hopefully soon!

[@PrettyGuardian]

I can't wait to play My Time At Sandrock!!!

[@paulmateo3641]

Is there only portia and sandrock? No barnarock, atara, vega 5?

[@2Scribble]

I mean, they actually have a farming system - as opposed to random planters you threw seeds at where the weeds didn't even have an effect That's pretty impressive right off xD

[@filipemazzon5307]

Craft from chests its a must for any craft game, stardew valley, sun haven should have this inside the vanilla game without mods

[@armando92]

just bought the game, not going to play it yet until more stuff is implemented but its great to see that a lot of QoL changes are implemented without waiting to the end game for the factory like Portia

[@ftsKaleem]

I spent too much hours in Portia... love the game for what it was. Looking forward to Sandrock but was worried about the changes and new features. This vid cleared up my concerns. safe to say, I'll be getting Sandrock soon :) Thank you

[@Zeldo363]

it deffinetly has potential to be much better, we just have to wait for updates and full release. right now i dislike the limited stamina, it does make players buy and make more food and puts more use to food items but still it should be tweaked. right now it just drains very quickly. they should also add in more ways to obtain water. dew catchers are good and all but they dont provide enough water if someone wants to make a decent farm and water every plant.

[@corinawhite6457]

hopefully it comes to the Nintendo switch and bring to the west and make a physical copy of the game to and love that they add minin games better ones to with the card game makes more fun

[@Li4nne1980]

I think there will be a physical copy in the west. There was also a physical copy of Portia. And i think they already said that sandrock is coming to switch?

[@pennyc11]

Hi Josh problems at level 7 in Eufaula Ruins. Can't find the exit to level 8?

[@YanLikesStuff]

Please never stop making videos

[@AleksandarIvanov69]

I have 350hrs+ spanned through 5 different playthroughs and i will sum up the difference between Portia vs Sandrock like this: EVERYTHING is improved by a huge margin. I only miss the bits of comedy in Portia and Sandrock feels a bit more serious overall, especially a part of the main story.

[@Blackflamefire]

I played the Game, until i finished the main quest, i really enjoyed it and can´t wait for more updates :D

[@raulrojas9253]

Ok you convinced me to give it a 2nd chance to this developer, just that this time I have a Great Laptop that can run anything instead of using my poor PS4. Thanks Josh

[@twilightdream7190]

They enhance the game, but i like the place of portia than sandrock.

[@rans0927]

Good summary. I feel the same!

[@YuGiOhMaNiSh]

Excited to see if you would compare RF5 to this

[@Tuinuiski]

For me combat needs to be fairly simple because I'm terrible at combos in ARPG games (like Tale of Vesperia), just too many button combos to remember. So the single button mashing in My Time at Portia was just about right for me 😅

[@NotAurichu]

mmm the performance looks effy… I think I’ll wait for full release. I bought MTAP when it first came out on early access and it was not a fun ride lol

[@krysivory493]

I think, next we'll have "My Time at Laguna", consisting of beach areas or "My Time at Snowhill", consisting of snowy mountains. 🤣

[@SahyuSoley]

doubt it, we know all city names already.

[@max-nd1bj]

how is it compared to RF5?

[@GCBami]

I prefer to play on switch but they only have early access for PC, a shame there’s no cross save

[@albatross3411]

My opinion, Portia is prototype game from developer and actually great amazing game, but Sandrock is perfect version or the masterpiece creation from developer.. i'm already played both.

[@suicune2001]

Honestly, my favorite part of My Time at Portia is the mining. I almost exclusively spent my time in the mines. Lol.

[@calicoc1335]

Anyone have tips to reduce loading screen times? I sometimes have to wait 2 minutes when switching between inside and outside

[@kimmi1392]

what wa the festival where you riding the yaks, i havn't come to that yet

[@boethia7367]

Thank you for the review!!! I'm very interested, but I don't enjoy betas. Tbh I trust your reviews too! Even if I know they gave you it for free. My favorite part is my main character isn't ugly. I really hope we can adjust height...and maybe breast size too, but I care much more about height bc I prefer playing males.

[@JoshGamingGarden]

Unfortunately, at least for now there's not any modifier for the body. I think it would complicate things quite a bit because of clothing. It's an issue a lot of devs are having in games where you can change outfits, I think for small teams it's not worth going through the hassle of making sure every outfits works with all body types. But if they manage to add it, would be great!

[@boethia7367]

@@JoshGamingGarden It would be great, but I 100% understand why and am definitely not mad about it. I'm hoping for the full release soon!

[@Charok1]

I too Josh did not like having to do so much crafting in Portia, and I don't see an improvement over Portia in most things of Sandrock. I may play it on PC Gamepass, but probably never buy it. Games like this should have multiple environments, not one bad boring one.

[@samiariel8754]

I never finished Portia because the xbox frame rate was awful but i was enjoying the bit i did play. Would you say i should finish portia before play sanrock?

[@yakumorisuke9403]

Portia is one of my all time favorite games, so I'm so excited to hear that Sandrock keeps the spirit but adds QOL improvements.

[@Michael-tc5ff]

I've been looking forward to this game for a while and cannot decide if I should play it now or buy it once it's complicated

[@daemontale]

It definitely does look like an improvement form Portia, Great review 👏

[@terroristeoverdoz]

OK I will play simply because I have to do something for the captain cat

[@RedK5]

But my skin was purple in Portia. I can’t be purple? I’m sad now

[@brianh7684]

A ton of people on Steam have performance issues with the game. There are threads in the discussion area of the game. Your character isn't voiced at all. They are silent the whole game. The multiplayer component hasn't been added yet. Most of the relationship stuff hasn't been added. You can't get married or have children. I would stick with My Tine at Portia. It is fully completed and is on sale for $7 US often. I'm not saying My Time at Sandrock won't be a great game, but it has issues right now.

[@julienne8990]

liking how character design looks felt a bit uncanny with portia big head imo

[@oryza_citrus]

i still havent finished portia and its great while waiting for the full release of sandrock

[@fourohsevenfishing]

My Time At Portia was fun but not at all the slow paced relaxing game I wanted, there's way too much to do and not nearly enough time to do it.

[@msrandomgirly]

My problem with portia was how grinding it was. Can anyone tell me if thats improved? I hate getting burnout from games lol

[@veronikahudakova8365]

I think that Portia is a little better when it comes to small details

[@heathot877]

The only bad thing i cant take is the loading,even with nvme , it still not instant

[@juanalvarado7794]

Damn why is it running at 20FPS?

[@JoeFpoc]

I loved my time in Portia but only using the duplication glitch. Found the game very drawn out and tedious. I seen this game runs like crap on the switch same as my time in Portia, downloaded the demo on the switch and it very laggy and glitchy

[@Avalinara]

I wasn’t a big fan of Portia. I played a bit but couldn’t really get into it. Initially I had little interest in a sequel, but I find this setting and these characters initially more interesting. Especially hearing that it improves upon a lot of things from Portia, I think I’ll give it a try when it fully releases

[@vegassims7]

Sandrock is a THOUSAND times better than Portia. I was not happy with Portia at all, in fact I thought Portia (overall) was a very ugly and unpretty game to play. The NPCs were deformed looking and clownish and it wasn't appealing.

[@pennyc11]

Time will tell.

[@vegassims7]

This game blows My Time in Portia completely away. Much better and more fun

[@seanmeadows5779]

Items don't have to be in your inventory anymore when crafting on the assembly. I have been building all weekend with the items in my chest :) Much better than Portia.

[@mrssodapopstar]

Is this going to be just for PC?

[@emmanuelle7662]

Check their KS page, you'll have all the info you need

[@snonyabeeswax]

i bought the game just waiting for it to be less laggy

[@TheWipal]

when will this be on console, ahhhhhh

[@patriot639]

I love what I'm seeing so far. Especially that character creation hasn't gone woke. At the moment I'm looking at Fang as a romance option.

[@snonyabeeswax]

i think it needs to be optimized a bit better

[@Iamdoepi]

HELL NO played both and the new one only looks better I miss so much. Maybe it will be added later but for now HELLLLL NO

[@estella5575]

What about the annoying loading screens?!🌚💔 I actually stopped playing because of that.

[@piperbird7193]

It was still beta and now early access, so it's still not fully optimized. Things like that will get better.

[@Marrighan]

NOOO !!! DONT TEMPT ME!!! I WANT TO PLAY ON THE SAME CONSOLE AS PORTIA AND NOT PC!!!

[@mayalewis2956]

Im glad the npcs dont look like chimpanzees anymore lol

[@lipsontajgordongrunk4328]

Is this PC only?

[@brianh7684]

Yes, for now. It is in early access.

[@lishen4913]

portia seems kinda Lacking here and there sandrock is definitely 100% better than portia but yea sandrock definitely needs more time

[@raven5048]

Do you need to play Portia to understand sandrock

[@mayalewis2956]

nah

[@Notrealgohan]

I just don’t like the dry sand vibe that’s my turnoff towards this one

[@spendhobbies]

I like the color of this game

[@jellaldragneel5983]

yea as expected of the same dev, characters design look suck as always, but the gameplay looks interesting like the open world mmo

[@daffyduck76]

por-tea-ah

[@oKingLexx]

It can be better but on the switch, no. It is very unfinished on the switch and Portia is better.

[@CaitSithOfWutai]

no. because of mi-an.

[@kamabokogompachiro5368]

Not better thann Portia no

[@aureliaholden5145]

I played only demo before my pc got stolen

[@JoshGamingGarden]

Oh no! 😨 Sorry to hear about your PC! 😭 But the demo was great at least you got to play it a bit!

[@starofjustice1]

I'm sorry to say, no. I'm already bored with this game. And I played Portia all the way to the end.

[@imtheonehero9305]

not feeling the art style. Looks worst than portia...

[@AxismundusWorldtree]

These guys make a better rune factory style game than rune factory