Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Reviews
A cute, wholesome escape from the drudgery of modern gaming, its charm undiminished despite a generic story and repetitive minigames.
There's clearly room for improvement in the multiplayer mode. Anyone hoping to tackle the story together with their online friends will be disappointed. However, given the steadily growing number of players, it can't be ruled out that Level-5 will improve this in the future. Nevertheless, anyone who enjoyed the predecessor and generally appreciates RPG life sims will have a lot of fun with this one.
Review in German | Read full review
Fantasy Life i is far more than just a healing RPG—the game is built on three solid pillars: town-building, combat, and adventure, each with surprising depth and polish. As long as you can embrace its childlike visuals and whimsical interactions, it offers a rewarding experience for players of all ages, allowing everyone to enjoy the game at their own pace.
Review in Korean | Read full review
FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time really lives up to its name in many ways. This game is so addictive that it's very easy to simply forget about time and spend hours and hours playing because there's so much to do. It's like having three completely different games in one, and the delays really show the care that has gone into ensuring a well-polished game.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
If a slow-life JRPG and a lighthearted fantasy are your sort of game, FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time would certainly be a title to pick up. Spend your time gathering, crafting, or taking down enemies, or search out new friends and make your island look great. There's plenty to explore here and you'll have a great time doing so.
FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time delivers a charming and content-rich RPG experience, blending life simulation and action elements with Level-5's signature whimsy. While its narrative lacks staying power and some systems feel unbalanced, the game thrives on variety, rewarding exploration and patience with near-endless gameplay loops.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is amazing. Yes, so much to it, and it is easy to prioritize the elements you like best.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time brings back everything I liked about the original and gives it more room to grow. The job system is still the star, and it’s easy to lose hours just doing a bit of everything. Some parts are rough, and the multiplayer doesn’t really add much, but the solo experience more than makes up for it.
FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time is less concerned with spectacle and more with progressing cozily through its world. It stumbles in its attempt to be more, particularly in its half-hearted multiplayer, but when played alone, it becomes a game that celebrates the slow accumulation of meaning through routine. Its charm isn’t loud, but it lingers, like a warm memory you didn’t know you missed.