A really nice and fun farming simulator, it's often compared to stardew valley and some things are similar but the strengh in this game are the characters in the game. this game does an excellent job of simulating the village life element of the Harvest Moon games that serve as its inspiration. The characters are delightful, and it's a treat getting to know them (so to speak). The farming is simplified compared to some comparable games (later Harvest Moons/Story of Seasons, Stardew Valley), but that gives you more time to pursue the social aspects. The graphics are enjoyable, the controls are fairly simple (and you can play without a mouse without any difficulty), and the story is simple, but well-planned. The festivals are enjoyable, and Sugar Blossom Village is a treat to experience.
Don't get me wrong, I love both games. But World's Dawn feels more like a traditional Harvest Moon/Story of Seasons (HM pre Natsume losing publishing rights) and Stardew Valley feels like a Rune Factory game. Sometimes you want to fight through dungeons while waiting for your strawberries to ripen, other times you want to relax and learn more about a village of characters and their relationships while trying to decide who to marry.