In collaboration with developer RainyGames, Merge Games has announced the platforms for their highly anticipated farming and life simulation game, SunnySide. Set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, SunnySide offers players a unique blend of farming, relationship-building, and exploration in a charming Japanese town both on PC and consoles.
With a vibrant anime-inspired cast of characters, modern gameplay mechanics, and a cozy turn-based combat system, SunnySide aims to redefine the farming simulation genre. Players will have the opportunity to grow over a hundred different crops and interact with more than 25 unique characters, each with their own stories and personalities.
The game’s hang-out system allows players to seamlessly balance cultivating relationships with managing their farm, providing a dynamic and immersive experience. Set in a diverse Japanese town, SunnySide features a compelling narrative waiting to be uncovered as players delve deeper into the game.
Physical retail versions of SunnySide will also be available for PlayStation 5, catering to players who prefer owning a physical copy of the game.
In addition to announcing the platforms, RainyGames debuted the title track from the SunnySide OST, titled “Watch This Garden Grow.” Written and performed by Matthew Payne Thompson, also known as JellyFox, the animated music video captures the essence of the game’s warm and nostalgic atmosphere. Check it out below:
Players will embark on a journey to create their own homestead in the Japanese countryside, using modern technology to balance farm life with community engagement. With a focus on individuality, players can customize their avatar, homestead, and in-game cell phone to reflect their preferences and desires.
As players immerse themselves in the community of SunnySide, they will uncover mysteries lurking beneath the peaceful town. Tasked with helping a sassy survey drone named Sparky retrieve its lost memories, players will explore mysterious caves and engage in cozy card-based battles.
Key features of SunnySide include innovative gameplay mechanics, deep relationship-building opportunities, extensive customization options, and a unique battle system set in the caves beneath SunnySide.
Fans can wishlist the game now on Steam and PS5 in anticipation of its release. Additional details will be shared as the developer plans out a release schedule for the title.
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