Reel Fishing 2 and Harvest Moon: Back to Nature now on PlayStation Network

Reel Fishing II is a highly-regarded entry in one of the best selling fishing franchises of all time. It still stands out as a deep, beautiful, and thoroughly realistic fishing simulation. With four different fishing methods, 70 types of fish, and more than 500 different pieces of tackle to experiment with, Reel Fishing II will have you hooked!

Europe will get Harvest Moon: Animal Parade on Nintendo Wii this November

Namco Bandai announce that they will release Harvest Moon: Animal Parade for the Nintendo Wii in Europe this November. Harvest Moon: Animal Parade is the third title in the wildly popular farm simulation series to be released for Wii, and has greater emphasis on raising animals than the previous two installments.

Two new Harvest Moon games revealed for Nintendo DS and Sony PSP - Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the DS and Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley for the PSP

Two new Harvest Moon games are set to hit the market, with Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the DS and Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley for the PSP both confirmed for release in PAL territories.

Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the DS brings a new dimension to the Harvest Moon series, branching out into the puzzle genre, in an adventure that really puts the pace of players' farming skills to the test.

Natsume To Exhibit Upcoming Lineup At The Anime Expo This Week

Natsume Inc., a worldwide developer and publisher of family-oriented video games, announced today that the company will be exhibiting some of its key 2010 titles at the Anime Expo from Thursday, July 1st, through Sunday, July 4th.

The company's booth is located at 1201 in the South Hall. Media and consumers are welcome to stop by and check out the hands-on demos during the 4-day show.

Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar video game this Summer on Nintendo DS

Pre-order Now To Get A Limited Edition Harvest Moon Plush Horse!

Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar will be released for the Nintendo DST this July.

The game will retail at an MSRP of $29.99 and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.

Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley video game is ripe for picking

Natsume, a worldwide developer and publisher of family-oriented video games, announced today that Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley for the PlayStation Portable is now available at retail. The game retails for an MSRP of $29.99 and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.

Wii Nintendo Channel Statistics Reveal Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility In Top 10 List of Most Avidly Played Games

Natsume, a worldwide developer and publisher of family-oriented video games, announced today that as the popular Harvest Moon franchise closes in on its 12th anniversary this summer, two games in the franchise are currently among the most avidly-played Nintendo Wii games.

Pre-order the Special Edition Harvest Moon to receive a Plush Pig! gift

Natsume announce that Harvest Moon: Sunshine Islands for the Nintendo DS has gone gold. The next entry in the popular Harvest Moon series will launch November 10 for an MSRP of $29.99, and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.

Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility video game information

The Harvest Goddess has disappeared, the Harvest Sprites have gone, and your fellow islanders have lost touch with nature.

Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility invites you to work your farm, start a family, and restore your town to greatness. Your efforts will ensure the rebirth of the Harvest Tree and the return of the Harvest Goddess.

Natsume Launches Harvest Moon Magical Melody video game For Nintendo Wii

Natsume announce that it has released Harvest Moon: Magical Melody for the Nintendo Wii. The re-release of the Player's Choice Nintendo GameCube game will be a GameStop exclusive with an MSRP of $29.99.

In Harvest Moon: Magical Melody, the Harvest Goddess has been turned to stone and the Harvest Sprites need the help of the player to bring her back. Players need to collect musical notes in order to restore the Harvest Goddess to her former self. There are 100 Musical Notes to collect in total; players will need to complete all manner of farming feats if they want to collect them all.

"We are thrilled that so many fans asked us to bring Harvest Moon: Magical Melody to the Nintendo Wii," said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO of Natsume. "The GameCube version is very hard to find these days, so this will give everyone a second chance to enjoy this fan-favorite game."

Harvest Moon: Magical Melody is rated E for Everyone by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) and is now available.

'Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming' Video Game Ripe For The Picking At Retail

Natsume announce that Harvest Moon Frantic Farming has officially shipped to retail. Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming is rated E for everyone by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB), and is available for $29.99 at video game retailers everywhere. Set in the world of last year's DS hit Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness, Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming continues the tale of the island and its residents.

"We are excited to bring this all-new, totally unique puzzle game to the Nintendo DS," said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO at Natsume. "We know that players will enjoy the wide variety of gameplay modes, playable characters, and fun unlockables that we have planted in this all-new adventure!"

Something strange is happening on Sunny Island! Crops are popping up everywhere and growing out of control! If something isn't done soon, the once-tranquil island will be buried in an avalanche of vegetables! It's up to the player to solve the mystery of this produce predicament as they tame the crops and gather as many vegetables as they can!

Players can choose from 12 playable characters, each with their own unique story and abilities. See how the mystery unfolds from each character's perspective, and which Harvest Moon characters they meet along the way! The game features a variety of modes including Story Mode, the brain-teasing Mission Mode, and the action-puzzle excitement of Score Attack and Free Play Modes. Players can test their farming skills against their friends and family in Multiplayer Mode, and even play against people who don't have the Game Card via DS Download Play! Players can also unlock character art, music, and some special surprises in the Collection Room.

Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming is rated E for everyone by the entertainment software rating board (ESRB).

Harvest Moon comes to iPhone with Frantic Farming puzzle action video game

Natsume announce that its first iPhone title, Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming, is now available for download. Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming a unique and action-packed puzzle game set in the world of the popular Harvest Moon series.

"We are thrilled to be bringing this unique and addictive puzzle game to the iPhone," said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO at Natsume.

"Whether you're looking for fast-paced puzzle action or brain-teasing challenges that require careful planning, you'll have lots of fun with Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming!"

In Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming, your goal is to grow and harvest crops as fast as you can! It's easy to pick up and play, but takes skill and practice to master. Harvest chains of crops for big points, and use golden crops and rain to turn the field to your advantage! Test your speed and skill in Score Attack mode, or puzzle your way through thirty unique challenges in the brain-teasing Mission mode!

Harvest Moon - Frantic Farming on Nintendo DS this May

Natsume announce that it will be publishing Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the Nintendo DS this spring.

The company also released the first screenshots and gameplay details. The game is scheduled to hit retail this May.

Something strange is happening on Sunny Island! Crops are popping up everywhere and growing out of control!

If something isn't done soon, the once-tranquil island will be buried in an avalanche of vegetables! It's up to the players to solve the mystery of this produce predicament as they try to tame the crops and gather as many vegetables as they can!

"Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming is an all-new action-puzzle game set in the world of Harvest Moon," said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO at Natsume. "With exciting gameplay modes, unlockable music and art, and a deep story mode with multiple selectable characters, it's no puzzle why we think it will be a big hit with Harvest Moon and puzzle game fans alike!"

Set in the world of the recent DS hit Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness, Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming continues the tale of the island and its residents. Players can choose from 12 playable characters, each with their own unique story! See how the mystery unfolds from each character's perspective, and who they meet along the way!

The game features a variety of modes including Story Mode, the brain-teasing Mission Mode, and the action-puzzle excitement of Score Attack and Free Play Modes. Players can test their farming skills against their friends and family in multiplayer. Players can also unlock character art, music, and some special surprises in their Collection Room.

Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming will ship to retail this May.

Natsume has a Nintendo Video Game for you this Christmas

Natsume full videogame lineup for 2008 is now available at retail, including the most recent release of Rune Factory 2: A Fantasy Harvest Moon for the Nintendo DS. Rune Factory 2: A Fantasy Harvest Moon joins Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness, Princess Debut and Hi! Hamtaro: Ham-Ham Challenge (all for DS) and Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility (for Wii) to complete its 2008 holiday lineup.

"This has been a great year for Natsume as we continued our Harvest Moon series with three brand new Harvest Moon adventures this fall.

Add to that some adorable educational fun with Hi! Hamtaro: Ham Ham Challenge and our hugely popular new original IP, Princess Debut and there is truly something for everyone on your list," said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO of Natsume.

For more information on each of Natsume's 2008 holiday lineup see the descriptions below. Each title is rated E for everyone by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) and are available at retailers nationwide.

Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness (DS) $29.99

Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness brings the largest portable Harvest Moon experience ever to the Nintendo DS. Starting off with an abandoned farm, a handful of seeds, and the determination to start a new life, it's up to the player to develop a mysterious, abandoned island into a bustling tropical paradise. By harvesting crops, raising animals, and mining for precious gems, gamers will help the island grow into a vibrant town filled with people, businesses, and eligible bachelors and bachelorettes. Players can take on the role of a male or a female, and choose who they want to fall in love and start a family with. Gamers can also test their farming skills against each other and compete for prizes via the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Harvest Moon:
Island of Happiness is now available for an MSRP of $29.99.

Princess Debut (DS) $29.99

The critics are raving about Natsume's new IP Princess Debut. GRRLGamer calls Princess Debut a "breath of fresh air", Cool Moms Rule says the game is "an anime version of Cinderella", and The Globe and Mail calls it "high quality gaming for girls fascinated by the fantasy princess lifestyle."

In Princess Debut, players find themselves in a fantasy world where they have 30 days to get ready for the big ball; they'll have to master their dance moves and win over one of the six handsome princes to be their partner. They'll meet and woo the princes through the game's large, branching storyline. Once the player convinces a prince to be their dancing partner, it's time to go out on the dance floor!
By utilizing the Touch Screen, players guide their character gracefully across the dance floor while matching their partner's rhythm. All of the dances in the game are taken from motion-captured professional dancers, so the game is just as impressive to watch as it is fun to play. Princess Debut offers four modes of play including Story, Ballroom, Practice, and Movie. With 20 outfits to find, 14 unique endings to experience, and 18 different kinds of music and dance styles to choose from (including Waltz, Latin Dance, Tango, Ballroom, and much more), there's no shortage of things to see and do!

Princess Debut is now available for an MSRP of $29.99.

Rune Factory 2: A Fantasy Harvest Moon (DS) $29.99

Rune Factory 2 is set several years after the first game. The evil Sechs Empire has been defeated, and the Kingdom of Norad is once again at peace. Things may not stay that way for long, however, as dark premonitions foretell of dangers to come. It's up to the player to uncover the source of these premonitions and bring peace to the kingdom once more. Over the course of the story, players will build and develop a farm, befriend townspeople, raise monsters, take on quests, and find a wife. In a first for the Rune Factory series, the story of Rune Factory 2 is multigenerational. Players begin the game as Kyle, a strange man who comes to Alvarna Village. Eventually, players will take on the role of Kyle's child, opening up a whole new adventure. It's an innovative feature that allows players to follow the story of their family and the townsfolk over two generations!

Now available for an MSRP of $29.99.

Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility (Wii) ) $49.99

In Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility, players find themselves in a troubled island town which once prospered with life and energy, but is now in serious trouble. The mystical Mother Tree that once watched over the island has disappeared, and the Harvest Goddess is nowhere to be found! The island has lost its connection with nature and the inhabitants don't know what to do - it's up to the player to save the island! Players will help to rebuild the island by working the land, befriending and raising animals, nurturing friendships, and building a family. When the Mother Tree is reborn, the Harvest Goddess will return and bring prosperity to the island once more. Long-time Harvest Moon fans as well as new players will find an exciting, involving storyline and plenty of activities to experience, including cultivating crops, caring for animals, and participating in festivals.

Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility is now available for an MSRP of $49.99.

Hi! Hamtaro: Ham-Ham Challenge (DS) $29.99

Hamtaro and his friends make learning fun in Hi! Hamtaro: Ham-Ham Challenge. Children will not only be entertained by the beloved hamster Hamtaro and his adorable cast of friends, they will also develop their memory, word comprehension, math skills, and many other abilities as they play through the twelve engaging interactive games.

The game's easy-to-learn touch screen controls make the game fun and accessible for children of all ages. Parents can take an active role in their child's playing and learning with features that let them monitor their child's progress in each game, adjust the difficulty level to match their child's skills, monitor and control play time, and even reward their child with special items. Hi! Hamtaro: Ham-Ham Challenge for the Nintendo DS is a brain-training game geared at elementary-aged children. Rated E for Everyone by the Entertainment Software Rating Board.

Hi! Hamtaro: Ham-Ham Challenge it is available for an MSRP of $29.99.

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Rune Factory: A Fantasy Harvest Moon on Nintendo DS - the monsters

You awaken to find yourself in an unfamiliar village known as Kardia. Wearing nothing more than the tattered clothes on your back, you have no memory of who you are or how you arrived.

A strange but beautiful young woman by the name of Mist comes to your aid and offers you food and water in return for helping her on her land by planting crops and clearing her fields. As you tend the land and plough the fields, you grow stronger and your skills improve. However, for some reason, you do recall a time when you felt more comfortable with a sword in your hand.

You have a natural gift for combat and your talent soon comes to the attention of the local mayor. With nearby caves and ruins overrun by monsters, Mayor Godwin has decreed that no adventurer can set foot into the dark spaces without a special permit.

Battling against these fierce beasts is very important to your survival (and to the gameplay) but making friends with them is essential to your farm life. You will also upgrade your skills as you master swords, spears and farm tools.

It will take you many, many hours of hard work to earn Mayor Godwin’s approval but the secrets inside the caves beckon and perhaps the deepest one of them holds the key to unlocking your past.

Key Features:

• Rune Factory: A Fantasy Harvest Moon is a Nintendo DS exclusive title which takes the world of Harvest Moon and turns it upside down in a unique fantasy world
• Includes fundamental Harvest Moon gameplay: growing crops, tending livestock, making friends and getting married
• In this game, the developers have created a fantasy world in which the player exists rather than the RPG standard where you merely play the role of a hero and work your way through the storyline
• RPG aspects include collecting materials to create new items, equipment & furniture
• The player must battle and capture monsters, attend to them in the village and harness their energy in order to bring peace to the land
• Contains a real-time Action Battle system for equipping yourself with skills & equipment, fighting monsters & casting magic spells
• Gameplay makes heavy use of the Nintendo DS stylus allowing players to shear their sheep and pet animals directly
• Communication with other characters plays a massive part in this game. You can go to local festivals & go out on dates
• The Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection allows you to send e-mails, screenshots and messages to other players

Harvest Moon - Tree of Tranquility RPG video game now on Nintendo Wii

Feel Like You're Really Farming With the Nintendo Wii Remote!

Natsume announced that Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility for the Nintendo Wii has officially shipped to retail for an MSRP of $49.99. The launch continues the ten-year anniversary celebration of the popular Harvest Moon franchise. The ten-year commemoration includes special anniversary packaging, various retail promotions with special collectible pre-order plush toys, an exclusive 10th anniversary DS Lite Kit, strategy guides, and many more specialty items.

"We are proud to release Harvest Moon for the first time on the Nintendo Wii platform," said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO of Natsume. "With the new setting, characters, motion-sensitive controls, and the most refined gameplay yet, we're sure that both Harvest Moon fans and new players alike will be delighted with Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility."

Long-time Harvest Moon fans as well as new players will find an exciting, involving storyline and plenty of activities to experience, including cultivating crops, caring for animals, and participating in festivals.

In Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility, players find themselves in a troubled island town which once prospered with life and energy, but is now in serious trouble. The mystical Mother Tree that once watched over the island has disappeared, and the Harvest Goddess is nowhere to be found! The island has lost its connection with nature and the inhabitants don't know what to do - it's up to the player to save the island! Players will help to rebuild the island by working the land, befriending and raising animals, nurturing friendships, and creating a family. When the Mother Tree is reborn, the Harvest Goddess will return and bring prosperity to the island once more.

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Harvest Moon - Island of Happiness video game for the Nintendo DS goes gold

Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness for the Nintendo DS has gone to gold master.

When the title ships on August 26th, its launch will kick off the ten-year anniversary for the franchise. The anniversary celebration will include various retail promotions with special collectible pre-order items, a 10th anniversary DS Lite Kit, strategy guides and more.

“To have such a remarkable following and support for the Harvest Moon series is wonderful, and we think fans will be very pleased with this new handheld addition,” said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO of Natsume.
“Island of Happiness stays true to the elements of the series that fans love, and will provide players an exciting Harvest Moon universe that will continue to elevate the series to new heights.”

Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness (DS)
Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness brings the largest portable Harvest Moon experience ever to the Nintendo DS.

Starting off with an abandoned farm, a handful of seeds, and the determination to start a new life, it's up to the player to develop a mysterious, abandoned island into a bustling tropical paradise. By harvesting crops, raising animals, and mining for precious gems, gamers will help the island grow into a vibrant town filled with people, businesses, and eligible bachelors and bachelorettes. Players can take on the role of a male or a female, and choose who they want to fall in love and start a family with. Gamers can also test their farming skills against each other and compete for prizes via the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.

Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness will ship on August 26th, 2008 and will retail for $29.99. Players who pre-order the game through select retailers will receive a free chicken plush.

Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness is rated E for everyone by the entertainment software rating board (ESRB).

New Moon, Europe’s Harvest Moon Wii - make dated

Despite netting a 2008 release window, the Nintendo Wii version of Harvest Moon: Magical Melody mysteriously vanished from Rising Star’s homepage.

After so many delays I feared it may have gotten a quiet axe, but this isn’t the case.

I contacted Rising Star and they assuaged my worries.

The website was shuffled around a couple of weeks ago, which resulted in the lost link.

During the exchange Rising Star mentioned Harvest Moon: Magical Melody is indeed (finally?) coming to Nintendo Wii owners in Europe in March 2008.

So far there has been no indication if Natsume will release this in North America. Back in 2006 we got the Gamecube version and it is unclear how much new content is in the Wii-make.

From: Siliconera