NIS America, Inc. to Release Village in the Shade Fall 2026
The Spooky Farming Sim is Coming to Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation 5 and PC
Santa Ana, CA (March 25, 2026) – NIS America, Inc. is excited to announce that Village in the Shade (known as Honogurashi no Niwa in Japan) will be coming to Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PC this Fall. The game is developed by Japanese development studio Nippon Ichi Software, Inc., developers of popular franchises including Disgaea and Phantom Brave.
Welcome to Kagatsu, a Japanese mountain village with plenty of secrets. In this brand-new, hand-painted farming sim, you'll plant crops, customize your homestead, and befriend a cast of intriguing characters.
Relax by the brook, watch the cherry blossoms with your neighbors, or take a stroll through town. With so many ways to relax, you're sure to feel right at home.
Just make sure to follow a few simple rules: don't talk to strangers, don't leave the village, and, whatever you do, don't go out at night.
Features:
A Limited Edition of Village in the Shade is now available to preorder for $89.99, which includes a copy of the game, collector's box, art book, original soundtrack, acrylic block, and a set of metal pins.
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Title Information
Title: Village in the Shade
Release: Fall 2026
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PC (Steam)
Genre: Simulation
Players: 1
Text Languages: Console: English, French, and Spanish
PC: Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, English, French, Spanish
Rating: ESRB Rating Pending
Developer: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.
About Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.
Nippon Ichi Software, Inc. is a Japanese video game developer and publisher founded in 1991. It is famous for its unique lineup of strategy RPGs, with titles such as Disgaea and Phantom Brave. Its mascot is the penguin-like Prinny, which first debuted in the Disgaea series.
About NIS America, Inc.
In 2003, NIS America, Inc. was established in Southern California as a subsidiary of Nippon Ichi Software, Inc., to bring exciting, one-of-a-kind Japanese culture to North America.
NIS America, Inc.'s team members devote themselves to the fans. Their respect for their fans is at the heart of everything they do. As an established entertainment publisher in the U.S., NIS America, Inc. is committed to continuous growth and improvement.
In keeping with its mission, NIS America, Inc. also publishes other popular Japanese games, like the critically acclaimed The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak.
Santa Ana, CA (March 25, 2026) – NIS America, Inc. is excited to announce that Village in the Shade (known as Honogurashi no Niwa in Japan) will be coming to Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PC this Fall. The game is developed by Japanese development studio Nippon Ichi Software, Inc., developers of popular franchises including Disgaea and Phantom Brave.
Welcome to Kagatsu, a Japanese mountain village with plenty of secrets. In this brand-new, hand-painted farming sim, you'll plant crops, customize your homestead, and befriend a cast of intriguing characters.
Relax by the brook, watch the cherry blossoms with your neighbors, or take a stroll through town. With so many ways to relax, you're sure to feel right at home.
Just make sure to follow a few simple rules: don't talk to strangers, don't leave the village, and, whatever you do, don't go out at night.
Features:
- Unsettle Down: Make your new home feel like home! Buy furniture in town to decorate your house, then craft fences and other items with the resources you've gathered around your farm.
- Festivals and Fun: Experience traditional Japanese festivals and activities, like the summer festival and cherry-blossom viewing. Get closer to your neighbors as you enjoy laid-back living.
- Secrets Aren't Meant to be Shared: Discover the truth about Kagatsu at your own risk, or follow the rules and keep from seeing a part of the village you don't want to.
A Limited Edition of Village in the Shade is now available to preorder for $89.99, which includes a copy of the game, collector's box, art book, original soundtrack, acrylic block, and a set of metal pins.
Related Links
#VillageintheShade
Official Website: https://nisamerica.com/village-in-the-shade
NIS America X (formerly Twitter): @NISAmerica
NIS America Facebook: @NISAmerica
NIS America YouTube: @NISAmerica
NIS America Instagram: @NISAmerica
Title Information
Title: Village in the Shade
Release: Fall 2026
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PC (Steam)
Genre: Simulation
Players: 1
Text Languages: Console: English, French, and Spanish
PC: Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, English, French, Spanish
Rating: ESRB Rating Pending
Developer: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.
About Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.
Nippon Ichi Software, Inc. is a Japanese video game developer and publisher founded in 1991. It is famous for its unique lineup of strategy RPGs, with titles such as Disgaea and Phantom Brave. Its mascot is the penguin-like Prinny, which first debuted in the Disgaea series.
About NIS America, Inc.
In 2003, NIS America, Inc. was established in Southern California as a subsidiary of Nippon Ichi Software, Inc., to bring exciting, one-of-a-kind Japanese culture to North America.
NIS America, Inc.'s team members devote themselves to the fans. Their respect for their fans is at the heart of everything they do. As an established entertainment publisher in the U.S., NIS America, Inc. is committed to continuous growth and improvement.
In keeping with its mission, NIS America, Inc. also publishes other popular Japanese games, like the critically acclaimed The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak.
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