Looking for your next adventure on Nintendo Switch or Switch 2? Great news! Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, Marvelous’ fantastic action-RPG and farming simulation hybrid, is now available at its lowest price ever. You can snag it for just $39.88 on Switch and $49.94 on Switch 2. This game was a highlight launch title for the Switch 2 and is notable for featuring a complete physical edition, with the entire 18GB game file included directly on the game card. Plus, the special Earth Dancer Limited Edition for Switch is also discounted to $80, down from its usual $100.
Choosing the physical edition saves you a significant $20 compared to the digital versions, which typically cost $60 on Switch and $70 on Switch 2. If you opt for the original Switch version but decide you want the enhanced graphics and features of the Switch 2 later, a $10 upgrade pack is available on the eShop. Remember, the Earth Dancer Limited Edition is exclusive to the original Switch, so Switch 2 players keen on the extras will need to get the upgrade alongside a deal.
Beyond Rune Factory, Marvelous’ latest farming sim, Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar Premium Edition for Switch 2, is also part of the sale. It’s now $69, a drop from its $80 launch price back in August, marking its first discount. Like Guardians of Azuma, this premium edition for Switch 2 comes with the full game on the physical card.
Both critics and players have embraced Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma. It boasts an impressive Metascore of 81 and a user review average of 8.2/10. On PC, the Steam version enjoys a ‘Very Positive’ rating from over 1,000 customer reviews.
This newest installment pushes the beloved RPG-meets-farming-sim concept to new horizons. Set in the mystical realm of Azuma, inspired by Japanese folklore, players step into the shoes of an ‘Earth Dancer’—a magical martial artist. Your quest involves rejuvenating the land by cultivating farms, rebuilding communities, and tackling epic RPG quests, culminating in battles against formidable bosses using elementally charged magical swords.