All posts tagged in Harvest Moon
Jun 18, 2017
[dropcap]H[/dropcap]arvest Moon is celebrating it’s 20th anniversary this year. We recently covered a quick preview of Harvest Moon Switch here. For the 20th anniversary, Natsume is doing two things: They are bringing the series to PC for the first time and bringing the series to Nintendo Switch and Playstation 4 which has not been done in a few years. The new Harvest Moon Switch game is known as Light of Hope.
Today some off screen footage for Light of Hope has been released, giving a better understanding of what the game will look like when it comes out. The footage below shows the game running on Nintendo Switch. It looks and feels almost identical to Seeds of Memories which is available on Nintendo 3DS.
- Jun 16, 2017
[dropcap]H[/dropcap]arvest Moon is celebrating it’s 20th anniversary this year. For the 20th anniversary, Natsume is doing two things: They are bringing the series to PC for the first time and bringing the series to consoles which has not been done in a few years. The new Harvest Moon game is known as Light of Hope.
Light of Hope’s graphics are top down and players view the cast of Light of Hope with more realistic proportions. Light of Hope does away with the full 3-D perspective which harken back to its most recent predecessors, which were the first Harvest Moon games developed by Natsume after their split with Marvelous Entertainment (It begs repeating: The series known in the West as Harvest Moon now is different from Bokujo Monogatari, the original farming sim franchise that now goes by Story of Seasons stateside).
Producer Taka Maekawa informed Polygon that this 2.5D style is meant to evoke the very first Harvest Moon game. Although the 16-bit Super Nintendo sprites have been replaced with 3D-rendered models, the flat perspective and grid-based, limited range of motion are all straight from Harvest Moon on SNES.
This art style might remind people of the popular farming sim Stardew Valley. However, Natsume is adamant that Light of Hope is not taking anything from Stardew Valley but rather they are going in their own direction. The switch version will have full touch controls and the pc version can be played with just a mouse.
The game is expected to launch in early 2018.
Source: Link
- Jun 15, 2017
[dropcap]O[/dropcap]oblets is an upcoming Pokemon, Harvest Moon and Animal Crossing hybrid game. We have recently interviewed Rebecca, the developer behind the indie game. Last week the official Ooblets steam page opened, and today IGN released an exclusive look at the upcoming game. Watch the 11 minute gameplay video below.
Ooblets Main Features
- Live a simple life working the land (and battling magical creatures)
- You get a little house you can decorate and expand
- Play at your own pace. Leave the stresses of city living behind you
- Take part in a bustling little town full of characters
- Open world exploring
- Visit a variety of regions (one will be under water I think!)
- Automate production with things like sprinklers
- Run a shop!
- Upgrade your dudes because I guess they’re not good enough for you
- Maybe you will get to name your dudes too?
- Join an Ooblet club. Feel wanted and appreciated. Distrust other clubs’ members.
https://youtu.be/S0rc3Cg1NOw
- Jun 12, 2017
[dropcap]O[/dropcap]oblets is an upcoming Pokemon, Harvest Moon and Animal Crossing hybrid game. We have recently interviewed Rebecca, the developer behind the indie game. Last week the official Ooblets steam page opened, and today we received a brand new gameplay trailer to admire. You can watch the dance party below!
Ooblets Main Features
- Live a simple life working the land (and battling magical creatures)
- You get a little house you can decorate and expand
- Play at your own pace. Leave the stresses of city living behind you
- Take part in a bustling little town full of characters
- Open world exploring
- Visit a variety of regions (one will be under water I think!)
- Automate production with things like sprinklers
- Run a shop!
- Upgrade your dudes because I guess they’re not good enough for you
- Maybe you will get to name your dudes too?
- Join an Ooblet club. Feel wanted and appreciated. Distrust other clubs’ members.
- Jun 12, 2017
[dropcap]N[/dropcap]atsume recently announced a brand new Harvest Moon game for Nintendo Switch. Natsume promises this Harvest Moon game will go back to the roots of the series. Today the publisher has announced their plans for this weeks E3. The company will show a total of 5 games tomorrow June 13th, in which we will get a first look at the much anticipated Harvest Moon Light of Hope for Nintendo Switch, Playstation 4 and Steam. Natsume also recently released a new Harvest Moon game for iOS and Android directed at younger fans of the series.
Below are all the games Natsume plans to show at this weeks E3 Games Convention in Los Angeles.
Harvest Moon: Light of Hope (Switch, Steam/PC and PlayStation 4)
In Harvest Moon: Light of Hope, players begin the game as they set out looking for a fresh start and new surroundings. During their voyage, their ship is hit by a monsoon and goes down. As they drift into a small harbor town, now in a shambles from the storm, it will be up to the player to help rebuild the town and save the lighthouse…but it won’t be easy! Nevertheless, with some hard work growing crops, tending livestock, and gathering materials for repairs, players will be able to make new friends, start a family, revive the lighthouse, and save the town!
Wild Guns Reloaded (Steam/PC)
In Wild Guns Reloaded, Annie has tracked down the famed bounty hunter Clint to get revenge on the Kid Gang. With eight stages, each with three zones, there’s plenty of bad robots to blast away. With a true arcade game feel, Wild Guns was the first sci-fi western to arrive on home consoles, and to this day, there really isn’t any other game like Wild Guns!
River City: Knights of Justice (3DS)
River City: Knights of Justice, known in Japan as Nekketsu Mahou Monogatari, is scheduled to launch as a 3DS eShop exclusive this summer. Kunio and his friends go medieval in this unique entry to the River City series, as they are transformed into heroes and villains that would be home in any RPG! Players will use swords, staves, and even magic to bring peace back to Riverandia!
River City: Rival Showdown (3DS)
River City: Rival Showdown, known in Japan as Downtown Nekketsu Monogatari SP, will launch this fall for the Nintendo 3DS. One night, Kunio is attacked by two mysterious individuals. On top of that, Riki’s girlfriend has disappeared, and it’s up to Kunio to find out the truth! Kunio has just 3 days to unravel the mystery, and he’ll need your help to take down all who stand in his way! Take on some familiar faces from the River City games and meet new ones in this fast-paced beat-’em-up RPG.
Harvest Moon: Lil’ Farmers (iOS, Android, Kindle)
Natsume’s European publishing partner, Rising Star Games, will be showing titles in the booth as well, including Harvest Moon: Light of Hope, Harvest Moon Lil’ Farmers (iOS, Android, Kindle), and the European version of Harvest Moon: Skytree Village. As part of the year-long 20th anniversary celebration, Natsume has also unveiled the re-release of Harvest Moon: A Wonderful Life Special Edition, Harvest Moon: Save the Homeland for the PlayStation 4, both of which will be available to play at the show.
- Jun 11, 2017
[dropcap]R[/dropcap]eggie already teased that Nintendo would have a huge E3 this year. Today the president of Nintendo NA appeared on the official YouTube coverage show to give an introduction to ARMS. In a short interview after the tournament Reggie talked about the three major activities for this weeks E3. Splatoon 2, ARMS and Pokken DX on Nintendo Switch will all feature extensive tournaments throughout the week.
Furthermore Reggie said that the Nintendo 3DS will get a lot of love as well. He also said that Nintendo has some surprise announcements on Tuesday. A lot of Nintendo fans are hoping for news on the next Animal Crossing. Animal Crossing New Leaf has first been announced at the E3 2010. Most installments in the franchise are released with a 3-4 year gap, making a new Animal Crossing long overdue. Nintendo will hold the full presentation on Tuesday, 9am PT / 12pm ET.
Reggie also pointed out that the short 25 minutes E3 presentation will only be the start of a huge week for Nintendo at the games convention. The Nintendo Treehouse show followed right after the kick off show will have more news on unannounced upcoming games.
Beyond first party Nintendo news, fans will also likely get more Stardew Valley and Story of Seasons Switch details. Natsume also promised to reveal more gameplay footage for Harvest Moon on Nintendo Switch
Check out our Animal Crossing wishlist, and our Nintendo E3 Predictions.
- Jun 6, 2017
[dropcap]N[/dropcap]atsume has announced the various titles that they will be talking about at E3. The titles are Harvest Moon: Light of Hope, River City: Knights of Justice, River City: Rival Showdown, Wild Guns Reloaded, and Harvest Moon: Lil’ Farmers.
Here are the full details about their lineup per game below:
Harvest Moon: Light of Hope (Switch, Steam/PC and PlayStation 4)
In Harvest Moon: Light of Hope, players begin the game as they set out looking for a fresh start and new surroundings. During their voyage, their ship is hit by a monsoon and goes down. As they drift into a small harbor town, now in a shambles from the storm, it will be up to the player to help rebuild the town and save the lighthouse…but it won’t be easy! Nevertheless, with some hard work growing crops, tending livestock, and gathering materials for repairs, players will be able to make new friends, start a family, revive the lighthouse, and save the town!
Wild Guns Reloaded (Steam/PC)
In Wild Guns Reloaded, Annie has tracked down the famed bounty hunter Clint to get revenge on the Kid Gang. With eight stages, each with three zones, there’s plenty of bad robots to blast away. With a true arcade game feel, Wild Guns was the first sci-fi western to arrive on home consoles, and to this day, there really isn’t any other game like Wild Guns!
River City: Knights of Justice (3DS)
River City: Knights of Justice, known in Japan as Nekketsu Mahou Monogatari, is scheduled to launch as a 3DS eShop exclusive this summer. Kunio and his friends go medieval in this unique entry to the River City series, as they are transformed into heroes and villains that would be home in any RPG! Players will use swords, staves, and even magic to bring peace back to Riverandia!
River City: Rival Showdown (3DS)
River City: Rival Showdown, known in Japan as Downtown Nekketsu Monogatari SP, will launch this fall for the Nintendo 3DS. One night, Kunio is attacked by two mysterious individuals. On top of that, Riki’s girlfriend has disappeared, and it’s up to Kunio to find out the truth! Kunio has just 3 days to unravel the mystery, and he’ll need your help to take down all who stand in his way! Take on some familiar faces from the River City games and meet new ones in this fast-paced beat-’em-up RPG.
Harvest Moon: Lil’ Farmers (iOS, Android, Kindle)
Natsume’s European publishing partner, Rising Star Games, will be showing titles in the booth as well, including Harvest Moon: Light of Hope, Harvest Moon Lil’ Farmers (iOS, Android, Kindle), and the European version of Harvest Moon: Skytree Village.
As part of the year-long 20th anniversary celebration, Natsume has also unveiled the re-release of Harvest Moon: A Wonderful Life Special Edition, Harvest Moon: Save the Homeland for the PlayStation 4, both of which will be available to play at the show.
Source: Link
- Jun 2, 2017
[dropcap]R[/dropcap]ising Star just announced a brand new Harvest Moon Mobile Game. Daredevil Development developed Harvest Moon Lil Farmers, a mobile game that stays true to its root of farming, taking care of animals and more. The game is available on iOS and Android, and is ad free on both platforms. You can download the game for $3.99 on iOS and Android.
Harvest Moon Lil’ Farmers is a digital activity playset for young children – and the young at heart! Simple enough for pre-schoolers to play alone as well as with help from a caregiver, players can enjoy all the fun of farming and animal care with just a tap, swipe, drag and press of the screen.
Harvest Moon Lil’ Farmers is the first app published by Rising Star Games and is inspired by the critically acclaimed and cherished Harvest Moon farming game series, which celebrates its 20 thanniversary this year. The first Harvest Moon game released in North America in 1997 and the series continues to see a steady rise in popularity and player community worldwide, making it one of today’s most beloved franchises. Harvest Moon is revered for being a non-violent, family-oriented game for everyone. There have been more than 30 games released in the series.
The Harvest Moon Lil’ Farmers app was created by the talented, creative team at Daredevil Development, the studio behind recent popular apps based on classic kids’ franchises including, Postman Pat, Bob the Builder and Paddington Bear.
Harvest Moon Lil’ Farmers Key Features:
- A welcoming and intuitive experience with no text to read – a perfect playset for pre-schoolers.
- Grow veggies in the vegetable patch; plant seeds and help them grow them with tender loving care!
- Shear sheep, collect eggs, milk your cow and more, as you care for and nurture all of your animals.
- Keep the locals happy by providing a wide range of produce in your farm shop.
