Harvest Moon: Back to Nature

ReleasedDec 16, 1999

PlayStation 3
PlayStation
PlayStation Portable

About

Natsume's farm simulation series makes its debut on the PlayStation with Harvest Moon: Back to Nature. It is the first Harvest Moon game for a non-Nintendo console. Starting with a few rudimentary implements and very little money, players begin the arduous task of reviving their grandfather's farm and thereby claiming their place as its rightful heir. Players are given three years to achieve this goal. A year consists of four seasons, each of which lasts 30 days. Different crops can be planted each season, but before the seeds can be planted, the land must be cleared and then the soil tilled. Seeds must also be watered until the fruit or vegetable matures. Once the crops are ready for harvest, they can be placed in a shipping bin where they'll be collected and paid for. In addition to farming, players will interact with local villagers and partake in seasonal events such as the Tomato Festival and Fireworks Display. As more money is earned, players can expand their farm and begin to raise livestock such as chickens and cows.

Developer: Victor Interactive Software
Publisher: Natsume Inc., Sony Computer Entertainment, Marvelous, Victor Interactive Software
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Simulator
Themes: Business
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Age ratings: CERO A, USK 0, ESRB E
IGDB rating: 86 / 100 (47 ratings)
Also known as: Bokujou Monogatari Harvest Moon, Ranch Story: Harvest Moon

Release dates

Release dates by platform
Platform	Release
PlayStation	Dec 16, 1999 · JapanNov 22, 2000 · North AmericaJan 26, 2001 · Europe
PlayStation 3	Dec 24, 2008 · JapanFeb 8, 2011 · North America
PlayStation Portable	Dec 24, 2008 · JapanFeb 8, 2011 · North America