December 2009

    All of us at Natsume wish you happy harvesting holidays and a bountiful new year!

    Be sure to check back with us at the beginning of the New Year for some big changes to our website!
    Do you know that Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for iPhone/iPod touch version is now available?!

    Harvest Moon: Frantic farming is a unique and action-packed puzzle game set in the world of Harvest Moon! Crops are popping up everywhere and you’ve got to grow and harvest them as fast as you can. The game is easy to pick up and play, but takes skill 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! Unlock bonus content featuring your favorite Harvest Moon characters. You’ve never played a puzzle game like this!

    Review: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/harvest-moon-frantic-farming/id325350382?mt=8
    iPhone
    Moki Moki launches on WiiWare!

    Moki Moki is now available on WiiWare for 800 Wii Points! It's a mind-bending, gravity-defying puzzler! The Moki are being devoured by the voracious Gromblins, and it's up to you to guide the hapless little guys to safety. Bend, twist, and rotate the environment to herd the Moki through a series of brain-teasing puzzles!

    Press release
    November 2009
    Harvest Moon: My Little Shop Now Open for Business on WiiWare!

    Harvest Moon: My Little Shop offers a fun new twist on
    Harvest Moon--you'll make zany fruit juices, towering ice cream cones, and extravagantly decorated eggs in a series of fast-paced activities that use the Wii Remote to its fullest potential. Meet and befriend lots of new and interesting people, as well as plenty of your favorite characters from the Harvest Moon series!

    Press release
   
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    A Rich Fall Crop of Harvest Moon!
    Harvest Moon: Animal Parade and Harvest Moon: Sunshine Island are now available!
    October 2009
    Harvest Moon: Animal Parade Goes Gold!

    Harvest Moon: Animal Parade for the Nintendo Wii has gone gold !
    Only you can find the five elemental bells, awaken the Harvest King, and bring prosperity back to the struggling Harmonica Town!

    Press release
    ADVENTURES TO GO Has Shipped!

    Look for this unique and innovative strategy RPG on the shelves of your nearest GameStop this week!

    Press release
    Golden Sunshine!

    Harvest Moon: Sunshine Islands for the Nintendo DS has now gone gold and is set to launch on November 10th. Rejoin all your favorite Harvest Moon characters as you work to restore the Sunshine Islands to their former glory.  Pre-order now with GameStop to receive a limited edition Harvest Moon plush pig!

         
       
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    AFRIKA HAS SHIPPED!

    Afrika for the PlayStation3 has shipped to a retailer near you!
    In Afrika, players step into the role of a freelance photographer exploring a brand new African wildlife conservation area. They'll document the wildlife and photograph incredible sights such as a titanic clash between hippopotamuses, a pride of lions watching over its playful cubs, and a cheetah's lightning-fast chase as it runs down its prey! With more than 60 animals to find, over 100 missions to complete, and endless replayability, Afrika offers the safari experience of a lifetime!

    Press release
    ADVENTURES TO GO GOES GOLD!

    Adventures To Go for the PlayStation Portable has gone gold! 
    In this humorous and innovative RPG, players take control of Finn Courtland and his band of misfits in their quest for fame and riches. Along the way, they just might have to save the world from the evil Arbitus and his band of demons. The game provides a refreshing twist on the strategy RPG genre, offering gamers the opportunity to quickly and easily shape the game's dungeons and challenges to their own liking. It's adventure served your way!

    Press release
    September 2009
    Fantastic Fun on the Horizon!

    We have recently updated our Coming Soon Section with some great titles that are coming out later this year. Be sure to check out all the features and information for Afrika, Harvest Moon: Animal Parade, Harvest Moon: Sunshine Islands, Moki Moki, and Harvest Moon: My Little Shop! It's a great lineup of games that we couldn't be more excited about!
    August 2009

    Fishing, Farming, and the Return of a Fan-Favorite!

    This week sees the release of three great titles from Natsume: the action-packed puzzle adventure game Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming (DS), the newest and biggest entry yet in the popular Reel Fishing series, Reel Fishing: Angler’s Dream (Wii), and the Wii re-release of the fan-favorite Harvest Moon: Magical Melody (Wii). It's a little something for everyone in the family, whether you're a puzzle fanatic, a Harvest Moon fan, a casual gamer, or a fishing aficionado!  
     
    Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming and Reel Fishing: Angler’s Dream can be found at most major retailers. Harvest Moon: Magical Melody is a GameStop exclusive.

    Press release - Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming

    Press release - Reel Fishing: Angler's Dream

    Press release - Harvest Moon: Magical Melody for Wii

     

    HARVEST MOON coming to iPhone!

    Natsume’s first iPhone title, Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming,
    is now available for download.

    Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming is a unique and action-packed puzzle game based on the world of the popular Harvest Moon series.

    Download this fun and addictive game today, and put your produce puzzle skills to the test!

    Press release

     

    Reel Fishing: Angler’s Dream is on the way to Nintendo Wii this month!!

    Reel Fishing: Angler's Dream has entered into manufacturing and will launch for the Nintendo Wii later this month.

    With picturesque locales, soothing environmental sounds, and fish that look and move just like the real thing, it's the closest you can get to real-life fishing without putting on your waders!

    Be sure to pick up the game at a retailer near you!

    Press release

     

    HARVEST MOON: FRANTIC FARMING SPROUTS THIS MONTH!

    Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming has entered into manufacturing and will launch later this month for the Nintendo DS. 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. 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!  Be sure to check out this all new puzzle adventure!

    Press release
    July 2009
    Natsume Casts First WiiWare Title!

    What better title to have as our first WiiWare game, than our extremely popular Reel Fishing franchise!  Reel Fishing Challenge offers a fun and challenging experience for novice fishers and master anglers alike. Use your Wii Remote and Nunchuk just like a rod and reel as you battle a variety of fish!  Be sure to give this game a try!

    Press release
    June 2009

    E3 is back, and Natsume was there! Just in case you missed some of Natsume’s exciting announcements and fantastic titles, here is a recap of the show and some pictures of our booth!

    We showed 10 titles on the convention floor; a range of games that offered something for everyone in the family. We had everything from adventure games like Afrika and Animal Kingdom: Wildlife Expedition to RPGs like Harvest Moon: Animal Parade and Adventures To Go to puzzle games like Squishy Tank and Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming. You can check out our great lineup here: E3 Brochure
   
 
 
 
   
     
       
  In the upcoming weeks and months we will be updating our COMING SOON section with all of our titles! Be sure to check back often.
 

Everyone here at Natsume would like to thank all of our fans and supporters!

 
    June 2009
    Natsume’s Amazing 2009 E3 Line-Up!!

    This month is the E3 Expo in Los Angles and we have some big surprises! Have a sneak peek at our E3 Brochure with some screens, information and release dates on some of the titles we have announced, and a few new titles that have yet to be announced. Be sure to check back this month for some pictures from the E3 show floor and some new additions to the Coming Soon Section!!

    Brochure 2009

    Press release
    May 2009
    Natsume’s Mega Month of May!!

    We know that there have not been a lot of title announcements in the past few months.  That is because we were saving all great news for now!  In case you missed the big announcements we had in the month of May, here is what you might not know.

    NATSUME ANNOUNCES AFRIKATM FOR PLAYSTATION®3! Explore The Sights And Sounds of Africa in this Stunning Safari Experience!

    Press release

    NATSUME ANNOUNCES HARVEST MOON: ANIMAL PARADE FOR THE NINTENDO Wii ™ AND HARVEST MOON: SUNSHINE ISLANDS FOR THE NINTENDO DS™! Two Exciting New Harvest Moon Titles Cropping Up on Nintendo Platforms this Year!

    Press release

    NATSUME TO BRING ADVENTURES TO GO! ONTO PSP (PLAYSTATION PORTABLE) THIS SUMMER! It's Adventure Served Your Way in the All-New Strategy RPG!

    Press release

    IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE AS NATSUME PREPARES TO BRING ANIMAL KINGDOM: WILDLIFE EXPEDITION TO THE WII™ THIS SUMMER! Safari Adventure Game Will Deliver Fun for Players of All Ages!

    Press release
    April 2009
    Videos Now Available!

    Been curious to see what the game play for Harvest Moon Frantic Farming is like? Or how about the next installment of the #1 Selling Fishing Franchise, Reel Fishing Angler's Dream? Be sure to check out the Coming Soon section for the new videos!

    A note to all our fans - Natsume will be participating in this year’s upcoming E3 show in June. So be sure to check back for updates and exciting news as we get closer to the event!

    March 2009
    Springtime Harvest!

    Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the Nintendo DS is coming this spring! Be sure to check out the Coming Soon section for the latest screens and information about this fantastic action-puzzler!
    February 2009
    Put Your Farming Skills to the Test!

    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!

    Press release
    January 2009
    Welcome to the Most Realistic Fishing Experience Ever!

    Reel Fishing: Angler’s Dream brings the look and feel of fishing to the Nintendo Wii™ in May! Enjoy the sights, sounds and feel of fishing in nature as you battle over 40 varieties of fresh and saltwater fish. Challenge your friends and family in Versus Mode and find out who has the skills of a master angler! Reel Fishing: Angler’s Dream is the next-best thing to actually being there!

    Press release
    December 2008

    It's the end of another year! We would like to thank all of our fans for their enthusiasm and support during 2008, and give a special thanks to everyone who made Harvest Moon's 10th Anniversary such a good one! From everyone at Natsume, we wish you a very happy holiday season and a wonderful New Year!

    Be sure to check back in January for some great titles coming in 2009!

    November 2008
    AND THE WINNERS ARE...
    Thank you very much to everyone that participated in the Harvest Moon 10th Anniversary Drawing Contest! We had so many amazing entries, it was extremely difficult to pick just 20 grand prize winners. Congratulations to all of the winners!
    Little Farmers (10 & Under)

    Cecilia

    Karin

    Teen Farmers (11-14)

    Eddie

    Brayden

    Kimberly

    Katie

    Farmers (15 & Up)

    Michelle

    Jeannie


    Elda

    Alessandra Midori

    Thais

    Rio


    Cheryl

    Azucena


    Jodi

    Kelsey

    Andrea Jen

    Brooke


    Jenna

    Andrea Lam

    Once again, everyone here at Natsume would like to thank all of those that participated in the Harvest Moon 10th Anniversary Drawing Contest. We really appreciate all your hard work and creativity. We wish everyone could have won…but keep practicing and we will have another drawing contest soon. For those that didn't win...you still might want to keep an eye on your mailbox, we have a feeling you might be getting a little something too! ;)

    Happy Harvesting!
    October 2008
    THE HARVEST MOON 10TH ANNIVERSARY
    DRAWING CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED!

    The submission period for the Harvest Moon 10th anniversary drawing contest is now officially closed. Any entries received postmarked by the 17th will still be accepted. Our utmost thanks to everyone who took the time and effort to participate! We truly appreciate how much time and effort was put into each and every drawing, and are elated to have so many enthusiastic and artistically talented fans!

    This was our biggest contest yet--we received more drawings than we expected and we want to make sure that we take the time to give each one the attention it deserves. Therefore, we will be announcing the winners of the contest in early November. Check back then to see the entries from our contest winners, and to find out if one of the winning drawings was your own!


    Thank you everyone!

    Rune Factory 2: A Fantasy Harvest Moon hits retail next month!

    The sequel to the critically acclaimed RPG, Rune Factory 2: A Fantasy Harvest Moon for Nintendo DS will ship on November 18th, 2008. Please be sure to pre-order the game at a retailer near you, including GameStop, Best Buy and Toys “R” Us.

    Press release
    September 2008
    THE HARVEST MOON 10TH ANNIVERSARY
    DRAWING CONTEST!

    In celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the Harvest Moon franchise,we are having a Harvest Moon Drawing Contest!

    Join us for this memorial event and win some exciting Harvest Moon 10th Anniversary goodies!

    Harvest Moon drawing contest details!
    August 2008
    Grab your seeds, your watering can, and your DS!

    Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness for Nintendo DS is now available at a retailer near you. Be sure to pick up the largest portable Harvest Moon experience ever to the Nintendo DS.

    Press release

    Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness ships on August 26!

    When Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness ships on August 26th, its launch will kick off the ten-year anniversary for the franchise. Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness brings the largest portable Harvest Moon experience ever to the Nintendo DS. Please be sure to pick up the game at a retailer near you, including GameStop, Wal-Mart, Best Buy and Toys “R” Us.

    Press release
    July 2008
    Become the Belle of the Ball!

    Step through a portal into a magical world where you have the chance to become a princess. Princess Debut, a rhythm and adventure game for the Nintendo DS will be coming later this fall. Master dance moves and woo one of the six charming princes in time for the big ball!

    Press release
    10 Years of Farming Goodness!
    June 2008
    Rune Factory 2: A Fantasy Harvest Moon Announced!
    Rune Factory 2 is on the way and will be released for the Nintendo DS™ system later this fall. The Rune Factory series is a unique blend of elements from the world of Harvest Moon and that of a fantasy RPG, offering Harvest Moon fans and traditional RPG players the best of both worlds. For more information and screens of the game, please click on the links below.

    Press release

    Screen Shots
    May 2008
    A Summer Harvest!
    April 2008
    Land A Legend!
    River King: Mystic Valley is now available at a retail store near you, including GameStop, Best Buy and Toys”R”Us.

    Nobody knows how it happened, but one evening your little sister fell asleep and no one could wake her! The only sure cure is a potion made from the magical scales of the legendary River King. Together with your mystical friends, do you have what it takes to land this legend?
    March 2008
    A CUTE Cat!
    Harvest Moon DS Cute ships on March 25th! Be sure to pick up the game at GameStop and receive a Harvest Moon plush cat while supplies last. Forget-Me-Not Valley has lost its magic and it is up to you to get it back by planting fields, raising livestock and building a life for yourself!

    February 2008
    The Original is Back!
    After 10 years, the title that started a farming revolution is available again…Harvest Moon (SNES) is now available for Nintendo’s Virtual Console! See how it all started as you take over a rundown farm and turn it into something special while making friends and wooing the girl of your dreams. Whether this is your first time or a trip down memory lane, be sure to check out Harvest Moon on the Wii Shop Channel today!

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