Harvest Moon has never been afraid to try out new concepts, and Island of Happiness on the DS shows us that sometimes it can backfire. You must return it to its former glory in three years or the deal is off. Harvest Moon DS: Island of Happiness (2008) My first real entry in the list is one of the most unusual in the series. The catch is that the townsfolk don’t let you fully inherit the farm. Keep the Analog-stick held so that your character walks against that wall. Go into your house and set your character against a wall. It does not matter if your animal is near you or not. Your grandfather passes away, as they tend to do, and leaves you with a farm to carry on his land-tending legacy. Do not exit the save menu just keep choosing 'Yes' to save repeatedly. The story of the title is the same as all the others, really. You can have a kid and then live out the rest of time caught in a picture-perfect moment of a life that is unrealistically blissful and easy. There are five girls to pick from and whichever one you don’t pick will be snatched up by someone else so make sure you’re committed. Figure out what things she likes and surprise her with gifts and treats until she returns your affection. You can get married! That’s right, you can find one of the local girls and woo her to become your beloved. This takes up the majority of your time but there is a lot more to the game than just this. Check up on the animals, keep the flowers or crops growing and make sure that everything is happy and healthy.
This game shares definite similarities with Stardew Valley, Fantasy Farming, and even Animal Crossing. You will also be able to have a chicken coop, a barn for your sheep and cows, a stable for your horse, a fish pond and, finally, an apple tree.