85Steam
2025
On Sale
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
WORTH IT
Action·Adventure
Rune Factory 3 Special stands out as one of the best Action/RPG titles in recent memory.
91
Verdict
95%
Steam
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IGDB
Verdict score based on confidence-adjusted Steam reviews?
Very Positive on Steam (95% positive from 807 reviews)
Compelling narrative and story
Limited professional critic coverage
The Limited Edition, avaliable only in Europe, includes a 140-page A5 notebook, character stickers, Micah themed pin badges, a woven patch, an A3 poster, plus access to the in-game “Swimsuit Mode” allowing for characters to appear in their swimsuits year-round, all housed in a custom outer box featuring an original Rune Factory 3 Special illustration inspired by the game’s anime opening.
Runs well on modern hardware.
View system requirements on Steam →
First Shipment
Your shipments will spread smiles wherever they go. Don't forget that!
84%
unlocked
First Request Completed
It feels wonderful to help others. Another day, another person out there who could use your help!
68.5%
unlocked
First Catch
There's nothing like that feeling of landing your first fish!
57.4%
unlocked
First Bath Taken
There's nothing more relaxing than an evening dip by the light of the moon. She has risen. Do you feel her pull?
51.7%
unlocked
Met Everyone
An achievement to commemorate all the connections you've made on your journey.
47.7%
unlocked
First Monster Friend
Sometimes you don't need words to connect with someone—especially if that someone is a monster.
38.8%
unlocked
First Date
You do remember your first date, right?
25.4%
unlocked
Big Catch Contest Trophy
Proof of your victory in the Big Catch Contest. You really know how to reel in the big ones!
23.8%
unlocked
Summer Harvest Festival Trophy
Proof of your victory in the Summer Harvest Festival. Your entry was practically glowing.
22.3%
unlocked
Spring Harvest Festival Trophy
Proof of your victory in the Spring Harvest Festival. Your entry shone above the rest.
21.1%
unlocked
Patch Notes - Dec. 12, 2025
A new update is now available. The update addresses the following fixes: - Addressed Unity security vulnerability
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma Digital Editions Detailed
The land of Azuma may be full of mysteries and legends now, but soon you’ll get to fly through the skies and explore this never-before-seen region all
Version 1.0.4 Patch Notes
Fixed minor issues Implemented a feature to adjust the BGM volume from the title screen option menu
Updated 3h ago
First Shipment
Your shipments will spread smiles wherever they go. Don't forget that!
84%
unlocked
First Request Completed
It feels wonderful to help others. Another day, another person out there who could use your help!
68.5%
unlocked
First Catch
There's nothing like that feeling of landing your first fish!
57.4%
unlocked
First Bath Taken
There's nothing more relaxing than an evening dip by the light of the moon. She has risen. Do you feel her pull?
51.7%
unlocked
Met Everyone
An achievement to commemorate all the connections you've made on your journey.
47.7%
unlocked
First Monster Friend
Sometimes you don't need words to connect with someone—especially if that someone is a monster.
38.8%
unlocked
First Date
You do remember your first date, right?
25.4%
unlocked
Big Catch Contest Trophy
Proof of your victory in the Big Catch Contest. You really know how to reel in the big ones!
23.8%
unlocked
Summer Harvest Festival Trophy
Proof of your victory in the Summer Harvest Festival. Your entry was practically glowing.
22.3%
unlocked
Spring Harvest Festival Trophy
Proof of your victory in the Spring Harvest Festival. Your entry shone above the rest.
21.1%
unlocked
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