Summary
Fields of Mistriadeveloper NPC Studio posted an update on the game’s content roadmap and detailed some features arriving in a major update slated for March 2025. The features coming toFields of Mistriain March include a new villager, a gift hint mechanic, additional dialogue options, and a new area to explore.
As one of 2024’s breakout indie games,Fields of Mistriatakes inspiration from 90s anime andcozy life sims such asHarvest MoonandStardew Valley. Set in the titular village of Mistria, players can turn an overgrown homestead into one of several different farms as they help restore the town following a devastating earthquake and strange magical events that followed in its wake. AlthoughFields of Mistriawill remain in early access for at least a year, the game currently holds an overwhelmingly positive 97% rating on Steam due to its plethora of charming characters and customization options incorporated via player feedback.
Two months afterFields of Mistria’s first major update, NPC Studio gave players a list of things to look forward to soon.Fields of Mistriaconfirmed on social media that its second major early access update will go live in March 2025, though a precise date was not given at the time of writing.Fields of Mistria’s second update will introduce the draconic Caldarus as a potentially romanceable NPC, though it remains to be seen how their story will play out. Currently, the statue of Caldarus acts as a way for players to spend skill points. Additionally, a new gift hint mechanic from Elsie will be available, giving players an easier way to tell what an NPC’s preferred items are. The Renown level cap will jump from 70 to 90, and new spells, monsters, and skill perks will be added for players to peruse.
Fields of Mistria Early Access Roadmap Update (January 2025)
Additional performance optimizations and the ability to change in-game will also be included in the March 2025 update. Alongside its immediate plans,Fields of Mistrialisted some features that will be added in future content patches, in no particular order. The NPC heart level cap will go from 8 to 10, and new heart events forFields of Mistria’s romanceable NPCswill be added, alongside marriage and children.
Alongside more spells, cosmetics, and renown level rewards, the door is open for more features to be added toFields of Mistria’s early access roadmappending player feedback. Only time will tell how NPC Studio will keep momentum during early access.
Fields of Mistria
WHERE TO PLAY
Get ready to begin a brand-new life in a world that’s brimming with possibilities!Mistria, an idyllic village tucked between forest and sea, has offered you an overgrown but full-of-potential homestead in exchange for your assistance. Restore the town to its former glory after an earthquake wreaks havoc and strange magic begins to flow through the land.In this spiritual successor to the Farm-Sim RPGs of the late 90s & onward, build the farm of your dreams as you discover magic, romance, and adventure!Game Features:Customize your character , home and farm to suit your style!Farm, Fish, Mine & Craft your way to a revitalized townFind your ideal match with one of 12 marriage candidatesNote: Heart progression past 6 hearts and Marriage itself will be added via future updates.Raise adorable animals & breed rare color variantsUnlock magic that will aid you during farming & adventuringEnjoy the changing seasons with new quests, festivals, and even villager outfits!Get to know 30+ villagers and follow their storiesBattle foes and discover treasures as you explore ancient ruinsAnd so much more!
