Story of Seasons fans don’t have to wait much longer to return to the Grand Bazaar on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch, or PC. The remake of the 2008 Nintendo DS hit launches August 27 with two physical editions to choose from. Standard and Premium Editions are available to preorder for either Nintendo console, with the Switch 2 versions priced $10 higher than the Switch editions. Like all games published by Marvelous for Switch 2 (so far), Grand Bazaar is a true physical edition with the full game on the card, regardless of whether you buy the $60 standard or $80 Premium Edition.
Revealed during a Nintendo Direct in March, the Grand Bazaar remake has significantly overhauled graphics, a new mode of transportation in the wind glider, new characters and story events, and full voiceovers for the first time in franchise history. Check out both editions below. And if you need a new game to pass the time while you wait, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma–also published by Marvelous–is on sale for the first time for Nintendo Switch 2 at Amazon.
$50 for Switch | $60 for Switch 2 | Releases August 27
The standard edition of Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar is priced at $50 for Nintendo Switch and $60 for Nintendo Switch 2. Like all games published by Marvelous for Switch 2 (so far), Grand Bazaar is a true physical edition with the full game on the card.
If you purchase the Switch version and want to upgrade later on, you can get the Switch 2 version from the eShop for $10. Just make sure you keep your Switch cartridge handy, as it’ll need to be loaded in your console to play the Switch 2 version.
Physical preorders for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 physical editions are available at Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Best Buy. Digital preorders are also live on the Switch eShop and Steam.
$70 for Switch | $80 for Switch 2 | Releases August 27
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar Premium Edition is available to preorder for $70 on Nintendo Switch and $80 on Nintendo Switch 2.
Along with the base game, the Premium Edition includes:
- Original Soundtrack on CD
- Art Book (115+ pages)
- Sheep Pocket Plush
- Cloth Poster
- Oversized display box and game case
That’s a pretty impressive list of extras for $20. Just like with the standard edition, if you purchase the Switch version you can upgrade to Switch 2 later on for $10 on the eShop.
Story of Seasons was formerly known as Harvest Moon, which is a bit confusing since Harvest Moon games are still released to this day. When Marvelous decided to take over North American distribution responsibility from Natsume many years ago, the name had to be changed due to Natsume holding the rights to the title. So if you’re an old fan of Harvest Moon trying to get back into its relaxing world, Story of Seasons is the name to look for.
More Farming and Life Sims for Nintendo Switch & Switch 2
Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 players have many farming and life-sim games with physical editions to collect, including several other Story of Seasons games, Rune Factory, Harvest Moon, and Hello Kitty Island Adventure. We made lists featuring games from these franchises below. Some of the games are new releases, a few are releasing in the coming months, and others are older titles that are now available for cheap.
Story of Seasons Games
Three Story of Seasons games are available for around $30 each in physical format. It’s also worth noting Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life’s Premium Edition is up for grabs for only $38 at Amazon.
Rune Factory Games
For a more action-oriented farming/life sim, check out Guardians of Azuma, the recently released entry in the Rune Factory franchise. The highly rated Switch 2 and Switch game launched alongside Nintendo’s new console on June 5. Amazon is offering the standard edition on either console for $10 off. Amazon is also one of the only retailers with the Earth Dancer Edition in stock for its $100 MSRP.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure
The wildly popular Hello Kitty Island Adventure life sim is available in a Deluxe Edition with hundreds of pieces of in-game items and gear for $54 (was $60). A standard edition launches August 29 for $40, and a special $60 Gift Box with trading cards and other collectibles is up for preorder ahead of its November 7 release.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure for Nintendo Switch:
Harvest Moon Games for Nintendo Switch
Two Harvest Moon games, The Lost Valley and Skytree Village, recently released together in a value bundle for $40. You can also preorder the upcoming Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home Special Edition for $40.
Another great option for fans of life sims is Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time. It didn’t get a physical edition in the US, but Level-5’s long-awaited sequel to the 2012 3DS hit has Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 digital editions.
