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Marvelous has revealed that Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma and STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar have both surpassed 500,000 copies sold worldwide. This milestone includes global physical shipments and digital downloads, proving the strong demand for both franchises.
🌸Notice🌸#GuardiansofAzuma will have a special @storyofseasons collaboration!
The free DLC, “STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar,” is coming soon🐮✨
Stay tuned for more details🐣#RuneFactory #StoryOfSeasons #GrandBazaar pic.twitter.com/Tyoxn8Hanb
— Rune Factory (@RuneFactory) September 19, 2025
A Successful Start for Both Titles
Both titles launched during the Nintendo Switch 2 release window, which boosted their visibility and sales momentum. Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is available on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar, meanwhile, released this past August on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam). Together, these games show Marvelous’ growing strength in farming RPGs.
New Collab DLC Announced
To celebrate the milestone, Marvelous confirmed a collaboration DLC between the two titles. Players of Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma will soon enjoy crossover elements from STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar. This addition combines farming life with fantasy adventures, creating fresh ways to engage fans of both series.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma Editions
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma offers several purchase options. The Digital Deluxe DLC includes the Seasons of Love Bundle and the Festive Attire and Dark Woolby Bundle for $9.99 (RM47). Players seeking more can buy the Super Digital Deluxe DLC for $19.99 (RM94), which adds the digital soundtrack and art book.
Collectors can choose the Earth Dancer Edition, priced at $99.99 (RM471) through Marvelous USA. This set features a custom box, soundtrack CD, artbook, folding fan, extra costumes, and a Woolby plush keychain.
STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar Release Details
STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar launched on August 27. It is priced at $49.99 (RM236) for Nintendo Switch and PC, while the Switch 2 version costs $59.99 (RM283). Physical editions are available from participating retailers and the Marvelous Online Store.
Reviews also highlight the game’s strengths. Final Weapon awarded it a 4.5/5 rating, calling it “much more than just a simple remaster of the original on Nintendo DS.” With strong sales, crossover DLC, and positive reception, both titles continue to build momentum for Marvelous’ growing catalog.
For more updates on the games, follow the official X account for Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma here and STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar here.
