Village in the Shade announced for western release on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch

NIS America is localizing Village in the Shade for release int he west, the company just announced. The game launches this fall on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch.

Village in the Shade is known as Honogurashi no Niwa in Japan. The game will see its Japanese release on July 30, 2026.

Here’s an overview of the sim game:

Welcome to Kagatsu, a Japanese mountain village with plenty of secrets. In this brand-new, hand-painted farming sim, you’ll plant crops, customize your homestead, and befriend a cast of intriguing characters.

Relax by the brook, watch the cherry blossoms with your neighbors, or take a stroll through town. With so many ways to relax, you’re sure to feel right at home.

Just make sure to follow a few simple rules: don’t talk to strangers, don’t leave the village, and, whatever you do, don’t go out at night.

Key Features

• Unsettle Down: Make your new home feel like home! Buy furniture in town to decorate your house, then craft fences and other items with the resources you’ve gathered around your farm.
• Festivals and Fun: Experience traditional Japanese festivals and activities, like the summer festival and cherry-blossom viewing. Get closer to your neighbors as you enjoy laid-back living.
• Secrets Aren’t Meant to be Shared: Discover the truth about Kagatsu at your own risk, or follow the rules and keep from seeing a part of the village you don’t want to.

A trailer announcing the Village in the Shade western version can be found below.

Announcement Trailer

NIS America will be offering a limited edition through its online store, which is up for pre-order here (game-key card on Nintendo Switch 2). We have more Nintendo Switch 2 news here.