Summary
- Release Year: 2010
- Genres: Adventure, Role-playing game (RPG), Simulator, Strategy
- Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS
- Developers: Marvelous Entertainment, Marvelous Interactive
- Publishers: Marvelous Interactive, Natsume Inc., Rising Star Games
Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns (2010)
Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns is a farming simulation role-playing game developed by Marvelous Entertainment and published by Natsume for the Nintendo DS. It was released in Japan in 2010 and in North America and Europe in 2011. The game is part of the long-running Harvest Moon series, and it is the first game in the series to be released on the Nintendo DS.
Gameplay
The gameplay of Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns is similar to other games in the series. The player takes on the role of a young farmer who must build up their farm and raise crops and animals. The game features two towns, Bluebell and Konohana, each with its own unique culture and festivals. The player can choose to live in either town, and they will have to interact with the townspeople in order to complete quests and progress the story.
One of the new features in Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns is the ability to choose between two different farming styles. The player can choose to focus on either traditional farming or organic farming. Traditional farming is the more traditional way of farming, and it involves using fertilizers and pesticides to grow crops. Organic farming is a more natural way of farming, and it involves using natural methods to grow crops.
Another new feature in Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns is the ability to marry and have children. The player can marry one of the eligible bachelors or bachelorettes in the game, and they can have up to three children together. Marriage and children can provide the player with additional benefits, such as increased stamina and access to new items.
Story
The story of Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns begins with the player character traveling to one of the two towns. The player character is amnesia, and they do not remember why they are traveling to the town. The player character meets the mayor of the town, and the mayor tells them about the history of the town and the rivalry between Bluebell and Konohana.
The player character decides to stay in the town and help out the townspeople. The player character quickly learns about the rivalry between the two towns, and they must work to bridge the gap between them. The player character also learns about the Harvest Goddess, who is a powerful being who watches over the towns.
As the player character progresses through the game, they will learn more about the Harvest Goddess and her role in the towns. The player character will also learn more about the rivalry between the two towns, and they will have to work to find a way to bring peace between them.
Reception
Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns received mixed reviews from critics. Some critics praised the game’s charming visuals and engaging gameplay, while others criticized its repetitive gameplay and lack of innovation. However, the game was a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns is a popular and well-received game in the Harvest Moon series. The game’s unique features, such as the ability to choose between two different farming styles and the ability to marry and have children, make it a standout game in the series. Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns is a fun and charming game that is sure to please fans of the series and newcomers alike.
Additional Information
- Developer: Marvelous Entertainment
- Publisher: Natsume
- Platform: Nintendo DS
- Release Date:
- Japan: June 17, 2010
- North America: March 15, 2011
- Europe: March 25, 2011
- Genre: Farming simulation role-playing game
- Number of Players: 1
Review Score
8/10
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