Farming Simulation
Ongoing coverage on Farming Simulation.
Latest coverage
Disgaea dev's spooky new Stardew Valley-like is finally confirmed for a western release months after its Japanese…
Nippon Ichi has announced that their cozy yet spooky farming simulation, previously known as Honogurashi no Niwa, will be released in the West this Fall as Village in the Shade. The game features a hand-painted art style, crop planting, base customization, and interactions with intriguing characters in a Japanese mountain settlement called Kagatsu.
Everything Is Not as It Seems in This Painterly PS5 Cozy Game
NIS America's upcoming PlayStation 5 title, Village in the Shade, offers a painterly isometric farming simulation with a dark twist. While players can engage in typical cozy game activities like farming and customizing their homestead, the game introduces unsettling elements, particularly after sunset, hinting at deeper mysteries within the Japanese mountain village of Kagatsu.
NIS’ Horror Farming Sim Village in the Shade Debuts in 2026
NIS America announced that its horror farming simulation game, Village in the Shade (known as Honogurashi no Niwa in Japan), will launch worldwide in Fall 2026 for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features a dangerous nighttime cycle and a focus on community within a small Japanese town, similar to NIS's Yomawari series.
Disgaea Devs Dig Into Spooky Farm Sim Trend This Fall With 'Village In The Shade'
NIS America announced that Nippon Ichi's "Village in the Shade," a spooky farming simulation game, will be released on Nintendo Switch in the West this fall. The game features hand-painted visuals and tasks players with tending a farm in a Japanese mountain village while adhering to mysterious rules. A Limited Edition will also be available.
Village in the Shade Announced
NIS America has announced that Village in the Shade, a hand-painted farming simulation game previously known as Honogurashi no Niwa in Japan, will be released for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch in autumn. The game is being brought to Western markets this fall.
Honogurashi no Niwa by Yomawari Designer Coming West as Village in the Shade; Limited Edition Detailed
NIS America announced that the hand-painted farming simulation game Honogurashi no Niwa will be released in the West as Village in the Shade for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC in Fall 2026. The game is directed by Yomawari designer Yu Mizokami and features crop planting, homestead customization, and befriending villagers in a Japanese mountain village setting. A limited edition is also available for pre-order.
Village in the Shade announced for western release on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
NIS America announced that the farming simulation game Village in the Shade, known as Honogurashi no Niwa in Japan, will be localized for a western release this fall on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The game features hand-painted visuals, crop planting, homestead customization, and building relationships with villagers in a Japanese mountain setting, with a warning to avoid strangers, leaving the village, and going out at night.
US: Nintendo Download for 19th March, 2026
Nintendo has announced its latest download lineup for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. New releases include MLB The Show 26, Deadzone: Rogue, and Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members. The update also highlights various farming and life simulation titles, along with ongoing events for Mario Kart World and new music additions.
Collector's Cove Review 🚢
Collector's Cove is a cozy indie game where players manage a farm on the back of a swimming dinosaur, exploring islands for resources and unlocking new recipes. While charming with a rewarding gameplay loop, the game suffers from repetitive mechanics, occasional unclear explanations, and performance issues like stuttering and invisible walls on PlayStation 5. Despite these drawbacks, its adorable graphics and relaxing soundtrack contribute to a gentle and enjoyable experience.
Collector’s Cove launch trailer – cozy farming adventure game finds its way to Nintendo Switch
The cozy farming adventure game Collector's Cove has launched on Nintendo Switch, accompanied by a new trailer. The game invites players on a tranquil journey set on the high seas, offering a unique take on the farming simulation genre.
‘Super Farming Boy’ Available for Pre-Order on iOS with 20% Discount, Launch Planned for Next Year – TouchArcade
Super Farming Boy, a farming simulation game with arcade-style mechanics from developer LemonChili, is now available for pre-order on iOS with a 20% discount. The game is planned for an Early Access launch in Q2 of next year, with a full release to follow. A playable demo is also available on PC.
Home Sweet Home’ iOS Review – A Great Start, but Needs More Work – TouchArcade
Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home is a mobile-exclusive farming and life simulation game that offers a cozy village experience with farming, fishing, and NPC interaction. While it boasts good visuals and solid touch controls, the game is held back by a lack of cloud saves, controller support, and less engaging potential partners compared to genre peers. Despite these flaws, it presents a strong foundation that could be expanded upon for future updates or ports.
The Rabbit Haul Is A Rouge-Lite Farm Defense Game Where You Fight Waves Of Trash Pandas
Caldera Interactive has announced The Rabbit Haul, a roguelite farming and tower defense game where players defend their farm from waves of enemies. The game features a day phase for preparation and a night phase for survival, with permanent upgrades carrying over between runs. A Steam demo is planned for March 18th, 2026.
Collector's Cove Released
Collector's Cove, a new farming simulation game set on a ship, has been released for PC and consoles. Players can engage in seafaring agriculture and fishing in the game.
If you're feeling the Pokemon Pokopia FOMO, Collector's Cove lets you explore and farm on the back of a…
Collector's Cove is a cozy farming simulation game where players explore islands and build a farm on the back of a sea-faring creature. Similar to filling a Pokedex, the game focuses on collecting crops, fish, and recipes to expand a Collector's Compendium. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
Collectors Cove Review Relax In the Sun - Pixelbytegaming
Collector's Cove is a sea-based farming simulation game featuring exploration of archipelagos with a relaxing gameplay loop. This review covers the game's mechanics and overall experience.
Collector’s Cove Review – Relax In the Sun - Pixelbytegaming
Collector's Cove is a cozy farming adventure where players can cultivate plants, travel with a sea companion, and explore islands. A demo is currently available on Steam, and the game was featured in the Wholesome Direct 2025.
Collector's Cove Review - Missing Supplies | COGconnected
Collector's Cove is a cozy farming adventure game where players can cultivate plants, sail with a large sea companion, and explore islands. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea Announced
Natsume has announced Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea, a new entry in the farming simulation series. The game is slated for release on PC, with a confirmed presence on Steam, though a specific store listing is not yet available.
All Aboard! Cozy Farming & Collection Adventure Collector’s Cove is Out Now!
Indie studio VoodooDuck has released their cozy farming and collection adventure game, Collector's Cove, today, March 12, 2026. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, featuring a unique premise of cultivating a floating farm with a dinosaur companion. Launch discounts are available on Steam and Nintendo Switch for a limited time.
