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Rune Factory 4 - Nintendo 3DS

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The popular spinoff from the ‘Harvest Moon’ series returns, combining farming and family life with monster battling and taming, with an all-new story that’s accessible to new players and series veterans alike
Whether it be governing as the prince, tilling the fields, interacting with townsfolk, or heading to a dungeon to take on dangerous foes, the diverse amount of activities ensure that each day is a new adventure
Use swords, spears, staffs and other weapons and magic to personalize your battle tactics as formidable monsters await in trap-laden dungeons; invite the townsfolk along, develop friendships with certain monsters and grow stronger together
The main character can be male or female, and either gender can woo marriage candidates from among the townsfolk; communication and gift giving will be key to romance, potentially resulting in marriage and perhaps an adorable child together
The popular spinoff from the 'Harvest Moon' series returns, combining farming and family life with monster battling and taming, with an all-new story that's accessible to new players and series veterans alike
Whether it be governing as the prince, tilling the fields, interacting with townsfolk, or heading to a dungeon to take on dangerous foes, the diverse amount of activities ensure that each day is a new adventure
Use swords, spears, staffs and other weapons and magic to personalize your battle tactics as formidable monsters await in trap-laden dungeons; invite the townsfolk along, develop friendships with certain monsters and grow stronger together
The main character can be male or female, and either gender can woo marriage candidates from among the townsfolk; communication and gift giving will be key to romance, potentially resulting in marriage and perhaps an adorable child together

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Rune Factory 4 marks the return of the popular ‘Harvest Moon’ spinoff that combines farming with dungeon adventuring. For the first time in the series, the player can select to play as a male or female hero, and potential suitors of either gender are also available in order to pursue love, marriage, and possibly a child. As the newly-appointed prince or princess, you can fulfill your royal duties of protecting the town from invaders, or take a more rural approach to governing by raising your own fruits and vegetables and helping townsfolk. Should some dungeon adventuring be on the day’s itinerary, you can select from the castle’s vast armament of swords, spears, and staffs along with magic for battle against dangerous foes, or even bring along a companion or friendly monster to aid you during your travels.

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B00BAWXD88

Release date

October 1, 2013

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976 ratings

4.8 out of 5 stars

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#15,752 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
#650 in Nintendo 3DS & 2DS Consoles, Games & Accessories

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0.4 x 4.9 x 5.4 inches; 4 Ounces

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Everyone 10+

Item model number

81356

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Item Weight

4 ounces

Manufacturer

Xseed

Country of Origin

USA

Date First Available

February 4, 2013

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Andy

If you like Harvest Moon.

Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2018

Style: Rune Factory 4Verified Purchase

There is a well designed story in this game, starts a bit slow if you get distracted by the many mundane tasks that I love about Harvest Moon. Purple monkey dishwasher. Do people read amazon reviews of games? I mean, if your here, odds are you have already decided to buy the game. I was on a road trip and had to go to drop one really bad, I'm talking prairie dog. So we stopped at this gas station and I run inside to look for the bathroom, after a quick scan I ask the attendant urgently about the location of the flapper, he hands me a key and informs me it is outside. The initial shock of horror had to be pushed through as I hustle outside and around the corner of the building, we all know what kind of hole these restrooms are like. The key doesn't work in the door, so I try and turn the nob, the door nob, it doesn't turn but the door opens anyways. The first site upon entering is water running from the base of the toilet to drain on the floor where wet toilet paper was huddled inside. Normally one would run in fear at the site of this bathroom with the yellow stained sink, broken tile and filthy floor, but my mission was urgent and there was no looking back. I expertly navigate the wet spot and unidentified matter on the floor to get to my last hope of relief. Reach into the paper dispenser hoping to cover the seat for my own well being only to pull out the last three remaining squares, which would have to be saved for a future purpose. Drop trou, spin around, sit and see on closed door, written in feces, large and bold with exclamation marks... "STEVE!!!"

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Erika

SO UNDERRATED

Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2017

Style: Rune Factory 4Verified Purchase

Just as a little background, I've been mostly playing games like Pokemon and Animal Crossing, so this is my first RPG.
I'd never heard of this series before, but I was looking for something similar to Animal Crossing with some fighting so that I could slowly move into other RPGs.

I also have a tendency to finish games too quickly. I'm normally done with games within a week, and looking for a new game by week 2.
I actually beat Pokemon Sun in 3 days. (Finals week too)

However, it's been a good few weeks and I still haven't completely finished the game, so I already like it.

I cannot say enough great things about this game. I can't remember the last time I was so invested (addicted really) in a video game.
I play at least 3 hours everyday. It's THAT good.
Once I pick it up, it's hard to stop playing. Unlike games like Animal Crossing, there are plenty of events to prevent the game from becoming mundane. There are daily requests that you can get from your mailbox, requests from other residents, town events that trigger at random, and events that repeat annually.

Fighting is not turn based, which I actually like. It makes the game go by faster.
Farming is part of the game, but not a major part of the game. I would sometimes have empty fields for half a month. It doesn't really matter if you do it or not, but it does generate a lot of revenue and resources.

One of my favorite things about this game is being able to date/marry other characters. Since each character has his/her own special personality, it seems so much more real. I felt like I was cheating on my boyfriend while I was dating Leon. ^^;;
Also 3 save files = 3 husbandos.

TL;DR This is a great game and I wish it was more well known. As a side note, this game does have swearing and dirty jokes so I don't recommend it to kids under 12. 30 bucks for 3 save files is such a deal too.

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Solanacea

Arguably the best 3DS game ever made

Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2019

Style: Rune Factory 4Verified Purchase

I’ve been a longtime Rune Factory fan, ever since I played the first game years ago. Out of the four in the series, RF4 is my favorite. I’ve owned it for several years and played it for hundreds of hours, and yet there are still things to do if I pick it up today, and I could play another hundred hours without getting bored. I’m very excited about the upcoming RF5 and the RF4 special for the Switch, both of which I plan on buying.

So what’s so great about a game that came out 7 years ago?

The idea of harvest moon is nothing novel, though the RF series is what introduced me to the concept. I’ve since played other harvest moon games, like Stardew Valley, and Story of Seasons; but none are equal to this game. That’s because RF4 isn’t just a farming sim, or a slice of life game, or a fantasy game - it’s all of those things, and that’s why it’s so great. If you’re new to the RF series, I recommend starting with this game instead of from the first two, since all the annoying kinks from the first games have been sorted out.

The basic premise of RF is the same as the other games - your character is an Earthmate, a person who can communicate with nature, crops and monsters. Oh, and you’ve lost your memory, you’re new in a town that is watched over by a wind dragon, and they think you’re a prince/princess. Your job is to cultivate a rundown farm, get to know the inhabitants of the town of Selphia, and make the village a better place in general. There is actually a story and a three-part plot, which I won’t go into so as not to take away from the experience.

There are several aspects to the game. These include:
- Farming: this is the harvest moon aspect of the game. You grow crops, which include fruits and vegetables, as well as flowers, on your own farm. There are crops for each season. You also venture outside of the town to other seasonal fields to grow crops outside of whatever season you’re in. Crops come in different levels, and you unlock different ones by advancing your farming skills or through quests given to you by the villagers.
- Dungeon crawling: as soon as you go out of the village, you’ll start meeting monsters ranging from adorable (giant lambs) to gross (goblins). As the plot advances, you unlock different dungeons, encountering different monsters and culminating in a plot-relevant boss fight. You fight these monsters with weapons which you find, buy or craft. They drop loot and goods etc. Alternatively, you can go into-
- Raising monsters: monsters can be tamed and kept in barns on your farm, where you feed, groom and give them love in general. They will in return help you with your farm if you want, or be taken along as companions to dungeons.
- Crafting: you can craft anything in the game. This includes your farming tools (the highest tier hoe, for instance is called the blessed hoe) which will allow more efficient farming; weapons, shields, armor, accessories, medicines, and potions. Each of these are skills that must be leveled through practice or by finding recipes or eating recipe breads.
- Cooking: one of the most fun parts of the game, this skill allows you to cook different dishes, ranging from simple smoothies to insane cakes and curries. A lot of the villagers have favorite dishes which improve your relationship with them.
- Fishing: you can fish in the town, the lake by the town, outside the town, in dungeons. Depending on location, time, season and the weather, you catch different fish, which can be sold or made into dishes.
- Social: like all harvest moon games, the town you live in conveniently comes with a string of eligible bachelors or bachelorettes, who can be romanced, dated, married. You can raise a family, and your child can even join you for dungeon crawling when they grow up. You also develop friendships with other villagers, and they all have unique dialogues and quests, usually triggered through a random number generator. The characters are cute and quirky. The village also holds several festivals you can participate in. A word of advice though, the relationships are interesting and fun to engage in, but this is a JRPG. Don’t expect something super dark, or tons of cutscenes, or really lengthy dialogue like you would in a western RPG. It’s more anime style, which is endearing in its own way.
- Plot advancement: the game has a three-part story that advances over a few in game years and random events, involving the guardian dragon of the town. The plot is essential for unlocking dungeons and certain items, but you can take it at your own pace and the game certainly doesn’t end after the plot is over. There’s so much to do (listed above), that you can play for many in-game years (and real-life years) after finishing the plot.

What makes RF4 an amazing game is how multifaceted it is. Dungeon crawling? Check. Dating sim? Check. Farming sim? Check check. Fantasy plot? Check. You don’t have to do all of these things, or any of them really, it’s up to you what to do. Nothing is really game-breaking. You can’t lose this game, or miss any chances at anything for good if all you want to do is hang out on your farm, or go fishing. You play the game at the speed you want, doing the things you enjoy, and that’s all there is to it. If you’re a completionist and want to do every possible thing, you can do that too. That’s what makes this game so great.

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Daniella Da Costa

Excellent

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 14, 2019

Style: Rune Factory 4Verified Purchase

Excellent, good graphics and storyline, get choose your character as boy or girl. And there are elemental dragons☺️ All in all a fun game to play.

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Ron Wall

Won't work on a uk console!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 17, 2021

Style: Rune Factory 4Verified Purchase

Buying this was a terrible decision. The game for whatever reason won't work on a uk console. The console itself won't even register the game card. If the game won't work on a uk console then the game shouldn't be sold on a uk sight!

Luke

Rune Factory 4 has a bit of everything, making it perfect!

Reviewed in Canada on April 13, 2021

Style: Rune Factory 4Verified Purchase

Rune Factory 4 is a phenomenal game. The series has come a long way since the first game. The story is in depth, there are lots of great dungeon crawls, cool monsters, crops, weapons, recipes...the list goes on.

The courting process is fun and a cool twist when compared to other games like Harvest Moon, Story of Seasons, etc.

Levelling your character happens rather quickly, but it doesn't make the dungeons any less challenging. If you have the wrong equipment, you will do little damage or heal the enemies you are trying to defeat.

Time passes rather slow. This is a blessing in disguise, as you don't have to rush too much to get things done in the day.

These are just a few thoughts on the game. I really enjoy it and can't wait to replay the prior three, nor wait for the 5th to be released.

Evayanami00

Te deja con ganas de mas!

Reviewed in Mexico on December 19, 2017

Style: Rune Factory 4Verified Purchase

Si eres fan de esta saga no te arrepentirás, personalmente el juego me ha encantado!
La dinámica que tiene entre mantener tu granja, cultivar, cosechar, subir de nivel y la pelea entre los monstruos en los diversos "Dungeons" son espectaculares, la historia me fascina.
Te produce una sensación de calidez, los gráficos son muy buenos y los sonidos de alta calidad.

3 people found this helpful

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Stone

Awesome!

Reviewed in Canada on December 15, 2017

Style: Rune Factory 4Verified Purchase

I find it easier to play then the other rune factories. If the first installment overwhelmed you with its difficulty, I would recommend this one first. Of course, when they mention characters from other series you wont get it but does it matter? Once you get the hang of this one, playing the other ones later would be easier to do. Just my opinion of course and it worked out well for my Sister :)

3 people found this helpful