RPG Crotch: We Have No Rice (Japanese title: 魔法農家サバイバルRPG～おこめがない！～) is a cult-classic indie survival RPG that blends traditional farming simulation with high-stakes survival mechanics and a touch of magical absurdity. Developed by the circle Crotch, the game has gained a niche following for its surprisingly deep systems and humorous take on the genre. The Core Narrative: A Magical Famine
Here is an informative beginner’s guide covering the mechanics of survival, magical farming, and progression.
Resource Management: Keep a steady rotation of different crops to ensure you don't run out of food while waiting for the more valuable rice to harvest.
Progressive Challenges: As a "survival RPG," players often need to scavenge or craft items while dealing with the central premise that "there is no rice," making every harvest critical.
Immortal Life: A "cultivation" farming sim where you rebuild a sect using magic and agriculture.
- Needs: hunger, morale, warmth, community trust.
- Encounters: raids by famine walkers, negotiations with spirit-market traders, contract quests from neighboring settlements.
- Base upgrades: irrigation runes, spirit-lamps, communal granaries that influence happiness and defense.
The Hunger Clock: Survival mechanics force players to prioritize immediate needs over long-term farm aesthetics. If you don't grow that rice, your character’s stats (stamina, health, or even permanent survival) are at risk.
2. First Steps (The "We Have No Rice" Phase)
At the start of the game, resources are incredibly tight. The townspeople are hungry, and you have nothing.