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PlayStation · Simulation
Harvest Moon: Back to Nature
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Developer | Victor Interactive Software, Inc |
| Publisher | Natsume |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Story of Seasons |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 21 |
Developed by Victor Interactive Software, Inc and published by Natsume, Harvest Moon: Back to Nature arrived on the PlayStation in 2000 as a simulation game.
It landed about 5 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2000 include Final Fantasy IX, Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Spyro: Year of the Dragon. Among the 40 PS1 simulation games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Story of Seasons series. The series also appears on other systems with Harvest Moon DS (DS) and Harvest Moon DS: Island of Happiness (DS). Victor Interactive Software, Inc also made Vampire Hunter D for the PS1.
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 PS1'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: Back to Nature 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: Back to Nature cheats & codes
81 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| RCJC Pad 1 | 700633A2
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|---|---|
| RCJC Pad 2 | 700633C4
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| AnAc Pad 1 | 70063158
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| AnAc Pad 2 | 7006317A
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| PAL2NTSC | 7426C705
AF53
3426C703
AF15 |
| Y-Fix | 742638EE
620A
842638EE
621A |
Harvest Moon: Back to Nature walkthroughs & guides
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Harvest Moon: Back to Nature FAQ
When did Harvest Moon: Back to Nature come out on the PS1?
Harvest Moon: Back to Nature was released for the PlayStation in 2000.
Who made Harvest Moon: Back to Nature?
It was developed by Victor Interactive Software, Inc and published by Natsume.
Is Harvest Moon: Back to Nature multiplayer?
No. Harvest Moon: Back to Nature is a single-player game.
How long does Harvest Moon: Back to Nature take to play?
As a simulation game, Harvest Moon: Back to Nature typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Harvest Moon: Back to Nature on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.