Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time—Level-5 Drops Hilarious April Fools’ Video Ahead of May Release on Nintendo Switch

Level-5 Gears Up for Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Release with April Fools’ Parody Video As anticipation builds for the release of Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, developer Level-5 has delighted fans with a lighthearted April Fools’ Day parody video.

The upcoming entry in the beloved Fantasy Life series debuts on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation on May 21, 2025, marking its return after years of fan demand.

The new promotional video transforms the Fantasy Life universe into a playful spoof of Animal Crossing, titled "Life Crossing: Fantasy Horizons." Offering a guided tour of the fanciful “Fantasy Getaway Package,” the video centers on "Tim Crook," a raccoon mascot reminiscent of a certain famous Animal Crossing character.

As revealed in the video’s finale, Tim Crook is, in fact, simply a man in a suit, adding a tongue-in-cheek twist to the spoof. Level-5 commented, “Our annual April Fools’ project is back! We’ve put together a questionable—but definitely funny—video, so we hope fans enjoy it with an open mind.” The parody introduces a robot companion replacing manual labor tasks and highlights an unexpected talent for swordplay from the game’s debt-collecting raccoon mascot. Beyond the humor, the video draws attention to Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, the next major chapter for the franchise since its original launch on Nintendo 3DS.

Upon release, players will be able to choose from 14 distinct "lives"—ranging from carpenters to warriors—and experience a vibrant new island adventure.

The sequel brings an expanded array of jobs, town-building mechanics, questing, and battles with diverse enemies, staying true to the Fantasy Life formula while modernizing the experience for current platforms. Level-5’s blend of RPG and life simulation has resonated with players since Fantasy Life’s debut, and the upcoming release on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation broadens its reach to new audiences.

The game will be available via the Nintendo eShop and PlayStation Store, making it accessible for fans worldwide when it launches on May 21, 2025. As the community celebrates the return of Level-5's quirky annual tradition, the excitement for Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time continues to grow.

With its engaging roles, charming setting, and cross-platform launch, this sequel is poised to become a highlight on both Nintendo Switch and PlayStation this year.

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