Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 With Enhanced Features

Level-5 has officially launched Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time for the Nintendo Switch 2, bringing its beloved slow-life RPG experience to the newest generation of Nintendo hardware.

The game first arrived on the original Nintendo Switch in April 2024, and now, with the unveiling of a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, players can look forward to enhanced visuals and upgraded features on the latest hardware.

Available now for download on the Nintendo eShop, this new release represents Level-5’s commitment to supporting Nintendo’s evolving platforms with fresh content and optimized performance.

Fantasy Life i continues the tradition of the fan-favorite series, inviting players into a rich, flexible fantasy world with a multitude of gameplay options.

Players assume the role of an adventurer journeying alongside the archaeologist Edward and his team.

The story begins when a dragon’s fossil emits a mysterious light, luring the group onto an uncharted, deserted island.

There, players must navigate a sprawling narrative that involves traveling between two timelines—an island as it existed a millennium ago and its modern-day aftermath—to uncover the secrets behind its downfall. A core component of the Fantasy Life i gameplay loop is the ability to freely switch between 14 distinct "Lives," or jobs.

Whether fishing, cooking, crafting, battling monsters, or remodeling the landscape, each Life offers unique skills and opportunities.

Players can gather materials, create items, and take on enemies with Combat, Gathering, or Crafting Lives, tailoring their adventure to suit their preferred playstyle.

Importantly, users are encouraged to develop their own distinct journeys—Level-5 notes that "you have the freedom to shape your world and choose the kind of Life you wish to lead." One of the game’s standout features is its robust island customization.

Players don’t just build and decorate homes—they can alter the landscape itself, drawing rivers, laying roads, and completely transforming the island’s appearance to match their vision.

This system allows for an unprecedented degree of creativity within the series, setting Fantasy Life i apart in the crowded Nintendo Switch RPG market. Multiplayer has also been meaningfully enhanced for the Nintendo Switch 2 release.

Up to four players can explore dungeons, team up for battles, or simply enjoy the island together via online multiplayer.

Those sharing a console can make use of the 2 Player Family Co-op feature, enabling a second adventurer to join without requiring a separate online connection.

Level-5 highlights that "multiplayer means you’re never alone on your journey—invite friends to share in the adventure!" Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is now available on Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Nintendo Switch, accessible via the Nintendo eShop.

For fans and new adventurers alike, this upgraded edition marks an impressive leap forward for one of Level-5’s most creative RPG franchises.

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