Nintendo DS · Simulation
Harvest Moon DS
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Developer | Marvelous Entertainment |
| Publisher | Marvelous Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Story of Seasons |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 16 |
Developed by Marvelous Entertainment, Harvest Moon DS arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2005 as a simulation game.
It came out in the DS's second year on the market. Other notable DS releases from 2005 include Mario Kart DS, Nintendogs and Super Mario 64 DS. Among the 89 DS simulation games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Story of Seasons series; on the DS you can also try Harvest Moon DS: Island of Happiness, Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns and Harvest Moon DS: Grand Bazaar. The series also appears on other systems with Harvest Moon: Back to Nature (PS1).
Harvest Moon DS is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 DS'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 DS 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 DS cheats & codes
66 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Stamina 255/255 Fatigue 0/100 | 023D6B00
00FFFF00 |
|---|---|
| Stamina 200/200 | 023D33BC
000000C8 |
| Witch princess has been given 10K gifts | 023DDEB0
00002710 |
| Farm Deity | 023DDEAC
3B000000 |
| Max/Infinite gold | 023D6B04
3B9ACA00 |
| Watering Can always full (255) | 223DDF16
000000FF |
Harvest Moon DS walkthroughs & guides
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Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
Harvest Moon DS FAQ
When did Harvest Moon DS come out on the DS?
Harvest Moon DS was released for the Nintendo DS in 2005.
Who made Harvest Moon DS?
It was developed by Marvelous Entertainment.
Is Harvest Moon DS multiplayer?
No. Harvest Moon DS is a single-player game.
How long does Harvest Moon DS take to play?
As a simulation game, Harvest Moon DS 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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