Publisher Spike Chunsoft and developers Toybox and Millennium Kitchen will release open-world adventure game Natsu-Mon! 20th Century Summer Kid for Switch via Nintendo eShop and PC via Steam on August 6 in the west for $39.99 / €39.99, the companies announced. A Switch demo will be available on July 30
Natsu-Mon! 20th Century Summer Kid first launched for Switch on July 28, 2023 in Japan, followed by PC on June 27, 2024.
Here is an overview of the game, via Spike Chunsoft:
About
A circus troupe comes to Yomogi Town, a rural town in Japan situated between mountains and the ocean. As the son of the circus ringmaster, enjoy a special summer filled with adventures!
All of Yomogi Town and the nature surrounding it are an open world where you can enjoy summer to its fullest. Immerse yourself in nostalgic scenery filled with towering clouds, beautiful sunsets, and the sound of cicadas.
Summer days are always filled with activities like fishing at the river or catching rare bugs in a field. Help the circus succeed and interact with the townspeople if you’d like. Enjoy a night at the summer festival, dancing and watching fireworks. There’s even a train so you can visit a neighboring town.
Your own special summer vacation filled with unique experiences awaits you!
This is the latest work by Kaz Ayabe, creator of several games themed around summer vacation and childhood nostalgia. Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid comes to Steam.
Gameplay
Dive into a midsummer adventure in a vast open world!
Experience the freedom and nostalgia of a small country town brought to life in stunning 3D. Our game offers a seamless open-world environment where you can explore without any interruptions or loading screens.
- Immersive Realism – Relive the magic of childhood adventures with lifelike 3D recreations of quaint shopping districts and charming single-car trains.
- Dynamic Environment – Witness the passage of time and changing weather conditions in real-time, adding depth and authenticity to your journey.
- Endless Exploration – Swim in the ocean, scale majestic mountains, or hop on a train to discover neighboring towns. Every corner of this world is yours to explore.
Reconnect with the childhood joys of exploration and create new memories in a world brimming with possibilities.
Watch the announcement trailer and a pair of video messages below. Visit the official website here.