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Experience an adventure across generations in Eternal Anima
Marvelous Inc. revealed Eternal Anima, a turn-based JRPG inspired by classics like Chrono Trigger, during a Nintendo Direct presentation. The game features a time-traveling protagonist named Wade who can inherit past abilities and use 'Future Sight' to plan combat. Eternal Anima is set to release on March 4, 2027, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Beautiful Stardew Valley rival Fields of Mistria pulls near-flawless Steam rating with 1.0 launch
Fields of Mistria, a farming and life simulation game developed by NPC Studio, has achieved a near-flawless 'overwhelmingly positive' rating on Steam following its 1.0 launch. The game, considered a strong alternative to Stardew Valley, blends familiar mechanics with modern conveniences and features a striking visual style inspired by '90s anime. The full release includes expanded romance options, combat, and quality-of-life improvements, and is also fully Steam Deck verified.
Story of Seasons mobile game cancelled as Marvelous cuts six-year Tencent partnership
Marvelous has officially ended its six-year partnership with Tencent, leading to the cancellation of a Story of Seasons mobile game that was in development since 2019. The decision was made due to business environment and profitability concerns, though the original licensing agreement remains intact. This move follows reports of Tencent re-evaluating its stakes in several Japanese game developers amidst a global industry slump.
Report: Tencent plans to exit investments in Japanese studios like Story of Seasons developer Marvelous
Tencent is reportedly considering exiting some of its minority investments in Japanese game studios, including Marvelous, as part of a global portfolio reassessment. This move aims to divest stakes where envisioned synergies have lapsed, though investments in companies like FromSoftware and PlatinumGames are expected to remain unaffected. Tencent has stated its continued commitment to the Japanese game market.
Tencent Looking to Offload Game Dev Investments, Even at a Loss
Chinese company Tencent is reportedly looking to divest from several of its Japanese game development investments, even if it means taking a financial loss. This move is attributed to the current industry downturn and Tencent's focus on AI development. While specific studios are not all named, Marvelous is mentioned as one of the companies Tencent seeks to exit. Despite these potential sales, Tencent has stated its continued commitment to the video game industry and its presence in the Japanese market.
Get comfy, these are the 12 cozy games you need to hit ultimate zen this weekend
This article highlights 12 cozy games available on the Nintendo Switch, perfect for a relaxing weekend. It features popular titles like Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing, alongside lesser-known gems such as A Little to the Left and Rune Factory, emphasizing the console's suitability for low-stakes, family-friendly gaming experiences.
Rune Factory Manga Chapters 65–72 Introduce The Hound and Woolio's Retirement
Marvelous has released chapters 65-72 of the Rune Factory manga, introducing new characters like The Hound and continuing Woolio's story. Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, an action RPG available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, focuses on restoring the land of Azuma through dance and combat.
Vote for Your Faves in Story of Seasons, Rune Factory Popularity Polls
Marvelous has launched an anniversary website for the Story of Seasons and Rune Factory series, featuring popularity polls for characters. Voting is open until April 6, 2026, with the top characters from each series to be featured in new anniversary illustrations. The polls celebrate the upcoming 30th anniversary of Story of Seasons and the 20th anniversary of Rune Factory.
Rune Factory, Story of Seasons 20th Anniversary Site Updated With Illustrations, Popularity Polls
Marvelous has updated the 20th anniversary website for the Rune Factory and Story of Seasons franchises, featuring new illustrations and launching popularity polls for characters. Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is available on multiple platforms, while Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar will release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on May 28, 2026.
The Devil’s Playhouse’, Plus the Latest Releases and Sales – TouchArcade
This article reviews Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse Remastered for the Nintendo Switch, praising its enhanced visuals and engaging story while noting the final episode's slight stumble. It also reviews Elrentaros Wanderings, criticizing its repetitive gameplay and uninteresting townspeople despite a solid premise. New releases and sales on the eShop are also briefly mentioned.
Is Fields of Mistria the Ultimate Nostalgic Farming Sim for ’90s JRPG Fans? – Geeky Sweetie
Fields of Mistria is a cozy farming simulator that blends '90s JRPG nostalgia with modern mechanics, featuring pixel art reminiscent of Lunar Silver Star Story and Eternal Blue. It offers robust farming gameplay inspired by Harvest Moon and Stardew Valley, alongside inclusive customization options and PC/Steam Deck optimization. Despite a sometimes rushed time system and a daunting map, the game is praised for its community-driven development and heartfelt storytelling, earning a 4.5/5 rating.
Indie Selects for March 2025: Fresh Contrasts for a New Season
The Indie Select Hub for March 2025 features a curated collection of indie games on Xbox, highlighting contrasts between genres and themes. This month's spotlights include the violent sci-fi action of Romeo Is a Dead Man, the life sim and action RPG blend of Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, the literal money-cleaning sim Cash Cleaner Simulator, the FMV psychological horror Heart of the Forest, the survival horror Crisol: Theater of Idols, and the color-mixing puzzle game ChromaGun 2: Dye Hard.
