Harvest Moon GB Classic
Game Boy Advance · Simulation / Strategy
Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2003 |
| Genre | Simulation, Strategy |
| Developer | TOSE |
| Publisher | Natsume |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Harvest Moon |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 18 |
Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town is a simulation game released in 2003 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by TOSE and published by Natsume. It blends simulation and strategy elements.
It landed about 2 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2003 include Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow and Sonic Battle. Among the 38 GBA simulation games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Harvest Moon series; on the GBA you can also try Harvest Moon: More Friends of Mineral Town. The series also appears on other systems with Harvest Moon (SNES) and Harvest Moon 64 (N64). TOSE also made Densetsu no Stafy, Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart and Game & Watch Gallery 4 for the GBA.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the GBA's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want clear goals and a defined ending
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town is like
Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.
Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.
Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town cheats & codes
14 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:
| IMPORTANT NOTE | N/A |
|---|---|
| Map Modifier | 32005CF8XX |
| Infinite Lumber | 82004E30
03E7 |
| Max Backpack Slots | 32006A44
0008 |
| Weather Modifier | 32004E14
00?? |
| Day/Season Modifier | 32004E1D
00?? |
Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBA games today
The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.
Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town FAQ
When did Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town come out on the GBA?
Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003.
Who made Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town?
It was developed by TOSE and published by Natsume.
Is Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town multiplayer?
No. Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town is a single-player game.
How long does Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town take to play?
As a simulation game, Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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