Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (PS5)

The Eastern lands of Azuma have been shattered by the Celestial Collapse, a terrifying calamity that sent fragments of terrain into the skies and drained the world of its life-sustaining runes. With the gods of nature vanished and the fields withered, the people of Azuma have been left with nothing but the creeping spread of the Blight. You awaken as a legendary Earth Dancer, tasked with using ancient powers to purify the earth and bring hope back to this once-prosperous land.

Guardians of Azuma takes the classic action-RPG and life-simulation gameplay of the series in a bold new direction. While farming remains a core part of your journey, you must now go beyond the plot and manage the reconstruction of entire villages. By constructing buildings and enticing people to return to their homes, you will help revive the dormant gods of nature, who in turn provide the vitality and resources needed to heal the plagued landscape.

The world of Azuma is steeped in traditional Japanese culture, featuring stunning aesthetics that influence everything from character designs to seasonal festivals. As you explore these tradition-rich locales, you can choose between a male or female protagonist and form deep bonds with a charming cast of characters. Whether you are mastering the bow and talisman in combat or pursuing a fully voiced romance, your choices will define the future of this beautiful fantasy world.

Key Features:

• Bold New Abilities and Weapons: As an Earth Dancer, use the power of dance and sacred treasures alongside fresh weapons like the Bow and Talisman to purify the land and undo the Blight’s damage.
• Comprehensive Village Rebuilding: Move beyond the farm to reconstruct entire villages by placing buildings, encouraging citizens to return, and reviving the gods to restore resources.
• Fantasy Japanese Aesthetic: Explore a world heavily inspired by traditional Japanese culture, featuring unique seasonal festivals, beautiful character designs, and culturally themed monsters.
• Classic Romance and Social Systems: Choose your protagonist and build relationships with eligible candidates in fully voiced scenarios, even recruiting your friends to aid you in battle.
• Dynamic Combat and Purifying: Engage in visceral action-RPG combat to protect your village and cleanse the terrain of the corruption that followed the Celestial Collapse.