Published on: January 28, 2025
Level-5’s Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Sets April 2025 Release on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation
Level-5, renowned for its imaginative RPGs and simulation games, has officially announced that Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time will launch on Nintendo Switch and, for the first time in franchise history, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
Slated for an April 2025 release, this eagerly awaited title marks a significant expansion for the Fantasy Life series, which debuted as a cult favorite on the Nintendo 3DS.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time serves as the direct sequel to 2012’s well-loved Fantasy Life.
Drawing on its unique blend of life simulation and role-playing action, the new installment aims to capture both nostalgic fans and a fresh audience.
The game allows players to carve their own destiny, balancing adventurous quests with daily life activities in a richly detailed fantasy world.
A Path from Nintendo 3DS to Multi-Platform
Since its initial reveal in 2023, Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time has faced multiple delays.
The most recent development, as highlighted by outlets like Gematsu, has revealed that the franchise is poised for its PlayStation debut, following a listing that briefly appeared on the PlayStation Store for both PS4 and PS5 platforms.
Although the listing was subsequently removed, it indicated a potential release date of April 23, 2025, further narrowing down the previously announced April window for Nintendo Switch.
Level-5 has since reaffirmed its commitment to a simultaneous multi-platform launch.
A spokesperson for Level-5 conveyed the studio’s excitement about bringing the beloved Fantasy Life experience to a wider audience, emphasizing their dedication to quality and attention to fan expectations: “We want to ensure that both new and returning players will discover a rich and memorable world, regardless of their gaming platform.”
Reasons Behind the Delays
Fantasy Life i’s production timeline has been impacted by Level-5’s pursuit of a seamless cross-platform experience and the studio’s high development standards.
The original Fantasy Life for Nintendo 3DS was lauded for its robust job system, charming art style, and expansive multiplayer.
Ensuring these fan-favorite qualities translate effectively to the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 has required additional time and resources.
The upcoming title will be available via the Nintendo eShop and PlayStation Store upon release, offering both digital and physical distribution.
With its inclusion in Nintendo Directs and persistent attention in gaming news circles, anticipation is high among RPG enthusiasts and Level-5 fans alike.
Stay tuned for further updates regarding pre-order details, gameplay reveals, and official confirmation of the definitive release date as Level-5 prepares for one of its most ambitious launches to date.
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