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Rune Factory 4 Special

Marvelous Inc. · Feb 25, 2020

PC · PS4 · Xbox One · Switch

Teen

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See what the heart-pounding newlywed life has in store for you, new to this version of the game! Available in 2019. >> Experience this legendary fantasy adventure like never before and embark on exciting escapades with your favorite characters in the brand new Newlywed Mode!

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PC

Critic 7.8 (2 critics) · Gamer 6.0

PlayStation 4

No critic reviews yet · Gamer 9.3

Xbox One

Critic 8.3 (4 critics) · Gamer 9.8

8.2

Nintendo Switch

Critic 8.0 (24 critics) · Gamer 9.5

8.4

Critic reviews

  • Gaming Trend

    David Flynn · Feb 15, 2022

    7.0
    So, is Rune Factory 4 Special worth your time? Well, if you’ve already played the game on Switch, then no – there’s nothing here to really make the PC upgrade worthwhile, especially considering the convenience of portability the former offers. But if you’ve never played the game, then it’s absolutely worth checking out. It’s my least favorite of the series, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a great time. This farming, social sim, and RPG mix is still a match made in heaven that you really can’t get anywhere else.
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  • 3rd-strike.com

    Ibuki · Dec 11, 2021

    7.4
    Rune Factory 4 Special is still a very amusing game to play through. The game mixes up a zen-like experience, with proper exploring and combat. The game does feel a bit dated at times, but the fun characters and interesting story make up for a lot. For those who have missed this game the first time around and like the series, we can easily recommend picking up this version. Those who already played the original, or already own the Switch version, might not find the Special content worth the game’s current asking price.
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  • Hey Poor Player

    Andrew Thornton · Dec 10, 2021

    8.0
    Despite some flaws, Rune Factory 4 Special is still a ton of fun for players wanting that mix of combat and farming. After nearly a decade, though, I hope this is the last we see of it being ported around, at least for now. Time has moved a bit past it, and other games in the genre offer smoother experiences.
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  • TechRaptor

    William Worrall · Dec 06, 2021

    7.0
    Overall, Rune Factory 4: Special may have ended up being a bit more pedestrian than that subtitle makes it seem like it would be. The new content is nice for hardcore fans, but with the poor-quality porting, this definitely feels like a game that is better played on other systems. That said, if you missed this game the first time around and want to experience it on a home console rather than a handheld this is a nice package that won’t leave you wanting for content. Just don't expect the world's smoothest experience.
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  • PCInvasion

    Andrew Farrell · Dec 06, 2021

    8.5
    Rune Factory 4 Special is a great game that’s still well worth the hours it demands of you, even nearly a decade after its initial debut. It’s a lengthy, deep, and highly satisfying adventure with a little bit of something for everybody, providing they don’t mind doing a fair amount of crafting.
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Gamer reviews

  • Ophelia

    Nov 28, 2024 · Switch

    10

    Phenominal

    I first played this game on the 3DS. I played as Frey and married Vishnal. On the Switch, I played as Lest and married Margaret. The characters are all so charming. The town feels alive with random chatting between villagers. The town is a perfect size and good. Everything about this game is great. I didn't play to play this game on the Switch but I did to get the save file for Margaret and Doug to be in the town in Rune Factory 5. The Switch is an improvement to the 3DS imo. Much more smoother and characters look more bigger which is better. I played until New Game+ on the Switch. I have played 160+ in this game and plan to play more to marry Vishnal, Dylas and Arthur in a year or two after a break from the game. I will definitely at least reach 200+ hours. Please play this game.

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