Ultimate Games and A2 Softworks have officially announced the upcoming development of Ancient Farm for Nintendo Switch 2.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of ancient Egypt during the era of the Pharaohs, Ancient Farm aims to deliver a calm, immersive single-player experience that blends hands-on gameplay with authentic historical ambiance.
This much-anticipated farming simulator is slated for a global digital release on the Nintendo eShop in 2026. Ancient Farm positions itself apart from other titles in the genre by focusing on the challenges and rewards of agriculture before modern conveniences.
The game invites players to take on the role of a farmer starting with nothing but a plot of barren land and basic manual tools.
The traditional first-person perspective enhances immersion, requiring players to personally plant, water, and harvest crops without the aid of tractors or advanced machinery—a clear homage to the time's authentic methods and routines. Ultimate Games and A2 Softworks have outlined key features that form the core of Ancient Farm’s gameplay.
Players can farm, raise livestock, forage, build, craft, and cook as their settlement grows along the Nile.
Dynamic seasonal cycles, fluctuating market prices, and a realistic in-game economy demand strategic planning and smart resource management.
To expand their farms, players must carefully reinvest earnings, understanding that prosperity requires both patience and perseverance. Major highlights include: - **Starting from Scratch:** Ancient Farm roots players in the heart of ancient Egypt, providing only a basic set of tools to transform barren land into fertile, flourishing fields—all by hand. - **Detailed Crop Management:** From sowing to harvest, every stage requires direct attention, rewarding careful timing and an understanding of the land’s cycles.
Notably, crops like papyrus and sugar cane flourish only on the riverside, making farm layout an important strategic consideration. - **Animal Husbandry and Building:** Livestock such as cows, sheep, pigs, and hens provide vital resources.
Players can use oxen to plough fields, craft tools, and construct functional buildings including barns, workshops, and eventually grand temples.
Blueprints can be unlocked via traveling merchants, fostering a sense of continual progress. - **Production and Trade:** Beyond basic farming, Ancient Farm emphasizes transforming raw harvests into valuable goods and preparing meals to boost economy and farm growth.
Players can trade surplus to stimulate development and watch as their settlement expands beneath the Egyptian sun. A representative for Ultimate Games stated that Ancient Farm is designed "to provide a tranquil yet deeply engaging experience that really captures the challenges and satisfactions of farming in an ancient civilization." This aligns with the publisher’s intent to cater to fans of simulation and history, offering a game that rewards attention to detail and strategic thinking. Ancient Farm is scheduled for a digital-only launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo eShop in 2026.
For those eager to experience this unique blend of historical simulation and hands-on farming, the title represents a standout addition to the next generation of Nintendo Switch games.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of ancient Egypt during the era of the Pharaohs, Ancient Farm aims to deliver a calm, immersive single-player experience that blends hands-on gameplay with authentic historical ambiance.
This much-anticipated farming simulator is slated for a global digital release on the Nintendo eShop in 2026. Ancient Farm positions itself apart from other titles in the genre by focusing on the challenges and rewards of agriculture before modern conveniences.
The game invites players to take on the role of a farmer starting with nothing but a plot of barren land and basic manual tools.
The traditional first-person perspective enhances immersion, requiring players to personally plant, water, and harvest crops without the aid of tractors or advanced machinery—a clear homage to the time's authentic methods and routines. Ultimate Games and A2 Softworks have outlined key features that form the core of Ancient Farm’s gameplay.
Players can farm, raise livestock, forage, build, craft, and cook as their settlement grows along the Nile.
Dynamic seasonal cycles, fluctuating market prices, and a realistic in-game economy demand strategic planning and smart resource management.
To expand their farms, players must carefully reinvest earnings, understanding that prosperity requires both patience and perseverance. Major highlights include: - **Starting from Scratch:** Ancient Farm roots players in the heart of ancient Egypt, providing only a basic set of tools to transform barren land into fertile, flourishing fields—all by hand. - **Detailed Crop Management:** From sowing to harvest, every stage requires direct attention, rewarding careful timing and an understanding of the land’s cycles.
Notably, crops like papyrus and sugar cane flourish only on the riverside, making farm layout an important strategic consideration. - **Animal Husbandry and Building:** Livestock such as cows, sheep, pigs, and hens provide vital resources.
Players can use oxen to plough fields, craft tools, and construct functional buildings including barns, workshops, and eventually grand temples.
Blueprints can be unlocked via traveling merchants, fostering a sense of continual progress. - **Production and Trade:** Beyond basic farming, Ancient Farm emphasizes transforming raw harvests into valuable goods and preparing meals to boost economy and farm growth.
Players can trade surplus to stimulate development and watch as their settlement expands beneath the Egyptian sun. A representative for Ultimate Games stated that Ancient Farm is designed "to provide a tranquil yet deeply engaging experience that really captures the challenges and satisfactions of farming in an ancient civilization." This aligns with the publisher’s intent to cater to fans of simulation and history, offering a game that rewards attention to detail and strategic thinking. Ancient Farm is scheduled for a digital-only launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo eShop in 2026.
For those eager to experience this unique blend of historical simulation and hands-on farming, the title represents a standout addition to the next generation of Nintendo Switch games.
