“The move to the 3DS allowed the development team to put back in a fashion show feature that had been removed from the DS version. It’s a fun feature that gives you a chance to show off the items and outfits that you’ve collected.”

Staff that worked on the charming classical dance meets dating sim game Princess Debut moved on to Santa Entertainment – the studio creating Gabrielle’s Ghostly Groove.

Natsume’s long-running fishing series angles the 3DS this spring.

Later today, Reel Fishing II and Harvest Moon: Back to Nature will be available on PlayStation Network as a downloadable PsOne Classic.

Lufia III: Ruins Chaser was cancelled and eventually turned into Lufia: The Legend Returns for the Gameboy Color.

In terms of balance, Rune Factory 3 makes numerous tweaks and adjustments, but at its core, it still feels very much like the same game.

Natsume’s NES co-op sci-fi shooter is being given the Virtual Console treatment.

Gamestop’s Cyber Monday sale has deals on a handful of Natsume games.

As a game that emphasizes playing over storytelling, Lufia has a lot going for it. How much you enjoy it, however, will depend on whether you can get past its bare bones story.

Did you know Rune Factory 3 has a new weapon in the form of dual-blades? This and more in our interview with series producer, Yoshifumi Hashimoto.

Put on your battle gear and grab that watering pail.

Natsume set October 19 as the game’s release date in North America.

Natsume give us a little insight into their development process and what functions their different offices in Japan perform.

Will Rune Factory 3 come with a plushie? We caught up with Natsume to find out.