Coming in 2023, Ova Magica — a charming JRPG with life-sim elements — combines the farming of Stardew Valley and the monster-taming of Pokémon to create a fun and wholesome experience on the Nintendo Switch and other systems.
Ova Magica was developed by ClaudiaTheDev as an ode to some of the most beloved games in the RPG genre — Harvest Moon, Pokémon, and my personal favorite, Grandia. In Ova Magica, you begin your journey on a small farm outside of the picturesque Clover Town.
Throughout the game, you build your relationships with the Clover Town citizens and gradually unlock secrets about the town, including hidden temples, dungeons, and portals to exotic dimensions.
You’ll have to wait just a bit longer to get your hands on Ova Magica, though. The game is planned for a late 2023 release for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox.
