Story Of Seasons Friends Of Mineral Town V20200820 〈95% EXTENDED〉

When the game launched on PC via Steam on July 14, 2020, the reception was warm but cautious. Players loved the art style and the nostalgia, but PC-centric features were lacking. Enter v20200820.

This update, rolling out on August 20, 2020, was the first major patch specifically designed to address PC user feedback. While console players were stuck with their launch builds, PC players suddenly had a vastly superior version. STORY OF SEASONS Friends of Mineral Town v20200820

Before dissecting the patch, a quick refresher is necessary. STORY OF SEASONS is the current name for the original Harvest Moon series after a trademark dispute separated the developer (Marvelous) from the localizer (Natsume). When the game launched on PC via Steam

Friends of Mineral Town is a dual-layer remake. It combines the town life and characters of Harvest Moon 64 with the mechanics of the GBA classic, while adding modern quality-of-life features. Players inherit a run-down farm from their late grandfather. They must clear weeds, till soil, raise livestock, and romance one of several eligible bachelors or bachelorettes. This update, rolling out on August 20, 2020,

The remake introduced an extensive wardrobe system. By v20200820, the bug that caused clipping issues with backpacks and long hair was fixed. You can now run around Mineral Town in a swimsuit, a tuxedo, or a cow costume without visual glitches.

In previous versions, you had to plant trees in specific spots. In the remake, you can utilize the edges of your farm map.