Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma - Nintendo Switch
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- Genre: Action and Adventure,Role Playing,Simulation
- Key Specs
- ESRB Rating: T (Teen 13+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch
- Software Format: Physical (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
- General
- Brand: XSEED Games
- Product Name: Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
- Publisher: XSEED Games
- Game Details
- Genre: Action and Adventure, Role Playing, Simulation
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ESRB Rating: T (Teen 13+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- Compatibility
- Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch
- Software Format: Physical (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
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- Video Game Content Included: Full game
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- UPC: 850062242227
The classic action-RPG and life-simulation gameplay beloved by Rune Factory fans across the globe is boldly reimagined 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 corruption spreading throughout Azuma 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, 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-favorites, as well as charming romance candidates.
- 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, your farms, and undo the Blight’s damage.
- It takes a village: Don’t just mind the farm—rebuild entire villages! Construct and place buildings, enticing people to return to the villages. 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.
- 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, your farms, and undo the Blight’s damage.
- It takes a village: Don’t just mind the farm—rebuild entire villages! Construct and place buildings, enticing people to return to the villages. 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.
Q: Does the game feature any romance options?
A: This game lets you explore villages and meet charming romance candidates.
Q: Can you rebuild entire villages in the game?
A: Yes, you can rebuild entire villages in Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma.
Q: How does the game reimagine the classic Rune Factory gameplay?
A: Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma offers a fresh take on the series' classic action-RPG and life-simulation gameplay with a new storyline, a new location, and new gameplay mechanics.
Q: What are the seasonal-themed villages inspired by?
A: The seasonal-themed villages are heavily inspired by traditional Japanese culture.
Q: What are the Earth Dancer powers and how do they help in fighting the corruption?
A: As an Earth Dancer, you wield sacred treasures to combat the Blight's corruption, restoring peace and prosperity to the people and gods of Azuma.
A: A $10 upgrade is available for purchase. I don't know if you still need to use the cartridge after you download the S2 patch. But you could also by the physical S2 version, it would cost the same and that cartridge works on both S1 and S2!
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Customers express satisfaction with the gameplay of Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, with many praising the graphics. The overall performance of the game is also well-received, as players report enjoying the experience. There were no cons mentioned about the game.
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