Product Description
Haha! Have you ever dreamt of running your own farm on a deserted island? In
Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness, that dream comes true! This game, developed by Marvelous Interactive and published by Rising Star Games, takes you to a remote island where you breathe new life into an abandoned farm. You start with almost nothing and must work hard to build your farm, plant crops, take care of animals, and create a bustling community.
The gameplay is Fantastic! You use the touchscreen of the
Nintendo DS to manage your farm, with simple taps and swipes to plant and harvest crops, water and care for them. But wait, there's more! You can also fish, mine, cook, and even engage in romantic relationships with the islanders. It's a great mix of simulation, strategy, and adventure. Cool, right!
Historical Context
Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness was released in 2008 and is one of the many titles in the beloved Harvest Moon series. This series began in 1996 on the Super Nintendo and has since built a loyal fan base. Island of Happiness introduced new gameplay mechanics like the use of the touchscreen and the ability to freely move your character around the island. It was a breath of fresh air in the series and was well received by both new and old fans. Fantastic!
Expert Reviews
According to IGN: "Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness is a charming addition to the series with its unique island setting and touchscreen controls. It offers hours of fun for both new players and series veterans." Gamespot added: "While the controls take some getting used to, the game provides a deep and satisfying experience for fans of farming simulations."
Is This for You?
This game is perfect for fans of farming simulations and life simulation games. If you enjoy building something beautiful from the ground up and seeing your hard work grow, then you will absolutely find Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness Fantastic! Fans of the Animal Crossing series will also feel right at home here. Haha!
Similar Releases
Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness also had a special edition with a plush chicken cuddly toy. How cute is that! Additionally, there is a spiritual successor called
Harvest Moon: Sunshine Islands, which adds some improvements and new features to the original concept.
Similar Games
If you enjoy Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness, I recommend trying
Animal Crossing: Wild World as well. It's another fantastic life simulation game on the Nintendo DS where you can manage your own village and interact with cute animal residents. Another great suggestion is
Rune Factory: A Fantasy Harvest Moon, which combines classic farming simulation with RPG elements and battles. Fantastic, right?
Extra Information
Did you know that in Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness, you can even get married and start a family? You can choose from various bachelors and bachelorettes on the island to date and build a romantic relationship with. It adds an extra layer of depth to the game that can keep you entertained for hours. How fun is that!
