Merging the life-sim elements of Stardew Valley with the RPG and combat mechanics of Final Fantasy may have seemed like a fool's errand a short while ago, but now it feels like the perfect combination. Of course, the two genres have been entangled for years now in niche and even some popular series. However, it has definitely become a more sought-after combination recently, and one that is being put to good use across several amazing indies and even AAA experiences.
There are several new games like Stardew Valley that incorporate elements of Final Fantasy's design, and chief among them is an upcoming release that is both set to please long-term fans of its respective series and introduce newcomers to a truly phenomenal set of games. For those interested in seeing just how well the combination of life sim and RPG can work together, this new title may just be the perfect example.
Of course, there have been several games like Final Fantasy with life-sim mechanics, perhaps the most famous of which was the rather excellent and critically acclaimed Harvestella. Square Enix and its ilk are coming around to the idea that not every RPG needs to be...
