Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma Announces Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin Collaboration for Nintendo Switch

Marvelous Unveils Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin Collaboration for Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma on Nintendo Switch Marvelous, the acclaimed Japanese game developer and publisher, made headlines today during their latest live stream event by announcing a special collaboration between Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma and Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, two standout titles under the Marvelous brand.

This exciting crossover was revealed through an official video segment, showcasing early glimpses of the partnership that bridges both universes. Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is the newest chapter in the beloved Rune Factory series, known for its imaginative blend of farming simulation, action RPG combat, and social gameplay.

Developed and published by Marvelous, the upcoming title is set to launch exclusively for Nintendo Switch on May 30, 2025.

It continues the franchise’s legacy on the platform, following the successful releases of previous entries like Rune Factory 4 Special and Rune Factory 5, both of which received critical praise and strong sales on the Nintendo eShop. The newly announced collaboration brings elements from Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin—a 2020 action RPG widely recognized for its unique cultivation and side-scrolling action mechanics—into the world of Guardians of Azuma.

During the live stream presentation, Marvelous provided viewers with a brief preview, highlighting visually striking content inspired by Sakuna’s universe.

Marvelous representatives emphasized the natural synergy between the two titles, stating that both games share extensive crafting systems and a rural fantasy atmosphere, making this crossover a fitting and exciting development for longtime fans. Details on the full scope of the collaboration have not yet been disclosed.

However, Marvelous assured viewers that further updates would be announced as the release date for Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma approaches.

Fans can revisit the live stream archive to catch the first look at the Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin crossover content, starting around the 1:42:44 timestamp, which also features additional gameplay footage from Guardians of Azuma. Known for their creative partnerships and ongoing support for flagship franchises, Marvelous continues to bolster the Nintendo Switch library with innovative titles.

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma promises to deliver a fresh experience for series newcomers and veterans alike, with the added appeal of this much-anticipated collaboration.

As May 30, 2025, draws near, Nintendo fans and RPG enthusiasts can look forward to more news and trailers, as well as the possibility of new features inspired by Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin.

Stay tuned to official Marvelous channels and the Nintendo Direct platform for the latest updates on this collaboration. For more details, catch the latest trailer for Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma and watch the live stream archive to see the Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin collaboration reveal.

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