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A ton of pictures to celebrate Japanese Rune Factory 5 on the Nintendo Switch

A ton of pictures to celebrate Japanese Rune Factory 5 on the Nintendo Switch

Rune Factory 5 is now available digitally and in stores in Japan, the first new Rune factory game in almost 9 years!

Additionally, the first software update (version 1.10.1) is now available. With the usual bug fixes and improvements, it also adds two bonus outfits from Rune Factory: Tights of Destiny (available for free). Other wear is also available as a paid DLC.

Embark on a great adventure in an imaginary world with the latest additions to the simulation roll-flaming game series Rune Factory. After losing his memory, the hero lands in a small town blessed by nature. Here he is appointed by the peacekeeping team, and his new career begins. In addition to his usual tasks the hero can cultivate land, fish in the nearby river and much more! Join the villagers to fight the monsters and unleash powerful combo attacks – one of the new additions in this series. The stage is set, and the screen rises in an exciting new adventure in Rune Factory 5!

Rune Factory 5 will be released in Japan on May 20th. There is no release date yet for Europe and North America, but the game is scheduled for release in 2021 in these regions.