Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma Announced
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London, U.K. — 27 August, in the year
of our Lord 2024 — Marvelous Europe revealed Rune
Factory: Guardians of Azuma for the Nintendo Switch™ system and
Windows PC via Steam, debuting the first official trailer on
today’s Nintendo Direct livestream and announcing a Spring 2025
release.
This next-level offering is the latest entry in the popular
action-RPG and life-simulation series, and introduces players to
the lands of the east for the first time in franchise history
with Japanese-inspired visuals and new twists on familiar themes
and gameplay elements.
The classic action-RPG and life-simulation gameplay, beloved by
Rune Factory fans across the globe, is taken in a bold new
direction in Guardians of Azuma. This all-new adventure takes
place in the never-before-seen eastern country of Azuma where
you will assume the Earth Dancer powers and fight against the
spreading Blight to bring hope back to this once-prosperous
land.
Choose from one of two protagonists whose destinies are
intertwined by mysterious forces. Use sacred treasures to fight
against the Blight’s many forms to restore the people, and even
gods, to their natural glory. Take farming further, as you’ll
manage more than a plot, rebuilding entire villages and
cultivating new allies and resources along the way. Explore
seasonal-themed villages heavily inspired by traditional
Japanese culture, each with brand-new festivals and revamped
fan-favourites, as well as charming romance candidates. Embrace
your fate. The adventure of a new world awaits.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma Key Features:
Bold New Abilities and Weapons: As an Earth Dancer, use the
power of dance, sacred treasures, and fresh weapons like the Bow
and Talisman to purify the land, farm, and undo the Blight’s
damage.
It Takes a Village: Don’t just mind the farm—rebuild entire
villages! Construct and place buildings strategically to entice
people to return to the villages and contribute. Revive the gods
to bring vitality and valuable resources back to the plagued
lands.
Your Fantasy Japanese Life: Experience beautiful
Japanese-inspired character designs and aesthetics—from
festivals to events to monsters. Explore Azuma’s natural
landscapes and its seasonal-themed locales steeped in tradition.
Classic Romance and Relationships: Choose between male and
female protagonists, then befriend or romance any of the
eligible candidates in fully voiced scenarios. Recruit these new
friends to aid in battle, too!
Pre-orders for the Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma “Earth
Dancer Edition” will be available soon at participating
retailers via the Marvelous Europe website for an RRP of €99.99.
This stunning collection comes in a custom outer box and
includes a physical copy of the game, an original soundtrack CD,
an art book, an Azuma-inspired folding fan, the “Seasons of
Love” DLC bundle, additional DLC costumes for your protagonists
and their divine sidekick Woolby, and a plush Woolby keychain.
The standard edition of the game will also be available to
pre-order for an RRP of €59.99. Details on digital editions and
pricing will be announced later.
Developed by Marvelous and published in Europe and Australia by
Marvelous Europe, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is scheduled
for release on the Nintendo Switch™ and Windows PC via Steam in
Spring 2025. The title will be published in Japan by Marvelous
Inc. and in the Americas by Marvelous USA.
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