Exciting News: Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Launches Soon!

Release Date: May 21, 2025

Level 5 has announced the upcoming release of Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, set to launch on May 21, 2025. This announcement came via the newly established Five-Star Workshop Devlog, where the company shared some significant updates regarding the game's development.

Major Changes in Development Team

In a surprising turn of events, producer and game designer Keiji Inafune, known for his work on the Mega Man series, parted ways with Level 5 in mid-2024 during the game's development. This shift coincides with the establishment of the Level 5 Osaka Office, which has taken over business operations, including the development of this highly anticipated title.

Akihiro Hino, the CEO of Level 5, has stepped in as the producer for the project.

Game Features and Development Status

The development of Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is nearing completion. Here are some key features to look forward to:

Multi-platform support: Play on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
Cross-save functionality: Save your progress across different consoles.
Cross-play capability: Enjoy gameplay with friends across various platforms.
User Interface changes: Improved UI for a better gaming experience.

A Journey Through Time

Nintendo describes the game as follows:

"Embark on a grand adventure into the past and transcend time in a completely new entry in the Fantasy Life series! Gather friends, craft, and build your own city as you explore the island with whatever Life suits you. Travel between the past and present to unravel the mysteries of this ruined island!"

Explore Mysteria Island

Set on Mysteria Island, players can create their avatars and engage in various activities. The game includes several in-game professions, known as Lives, allowing players to become:

Paladins
Woodcutters
Cooks

Previous Titles and Legacy

The first Fantasy Life game was released for Nintendo 3DS in North America in October 2014, following its original launch in Japan in 2012. Level 5 has a rich history with the series, having revealed Fantasy Life Online back in 2015.

Notable Contributions by Keiji Inafune

Keiji Inafune is recognized for his influential role as the character designer and planner of the Mega Man series. His extensive experience also includes contributions to franchises like Lost Planet, Dead Rising, and Onimusha. Inafune served as Global Head of Production at CAPCOM in 2010.

For more information and updates, you can check out Level 5's official blog or visit the Nintendo page.

Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time

Sources: Level 5's blog, Level 5 via Gematsu