Village in the Shade Wiki
Independent Fan-Made Community WikiBegin a new life in Kagatsu, a Japanese mountain village where farming and friendships shape your days. Grow crops, make yourself at home, and discover the secrets behind the village's unsettling rules.
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Your Village in the Shade Journey
Beginner Guide
Learn the basics of village life, from your first farming tasks to gathering supplies and planning a useful daily routine.
Farming & Resources
Understand crop growing, resource gathering, and the early priorities that help you build a productive farm.
Villagers & Daily Life
Get to know Kagatsu's residents and learn how conversations and village activities fit into your daily routine.
Village Rules & Night Exploration
Understand the village's warnings and approach its hidden mysteries with clearly marked spoiler guidance.
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Exploring the Village in the Shade Map: Navigation & Survival Guide
Navigate the creepy mountainside community with our comprehensive Village in the Shade map guide. Uncover hidden areas, cursed items, and dark secrets.
The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Village in the Shade Copper Mold in the Hit Farming Sim
Discover how to track down the elusive Village in the Shade copper mold, master the hand-painted farming sim's mechanics, and uncover dark secrets.
The Ultimate Village in the Shade Guide: Walkthrough, Wiki & Tips
Explore Kagatsu Village with this comprehensive Village in the Shade guide. Master farming, uncover nighttime mysteries, and survive the village code.
The Ultimate Village in the Shade Trophy Guide for Completionists
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Understanding Village in the Shade Rules: Complete Kagatsu Guide
Master the Village in the Shade rules with this comprehensive guide. Learn about the 11:00 PM curfew, story chapters, and essential preparation.
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Why Village in the Shade Marriage Was Left Out of the Popular Farming Sim
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Everything You Need to Know About the Village in the Shade Physical Release
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Learn how to Village in the Shade change language settings quickly on your platform. Follow our simple guide to switch UI and text languages.
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Village in the Shade Review: A Brilliant Twist on Cosy Farming Sims
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Village in the Shade Switch 2 Review: A Masterclass in Horror-Tinged Cozy Gaming
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Exploring the Village in the Shade Map: Navigation & Survival Guide
Navigate the creepy mountainside community with our comprehensive Village in the Shade map guide. Uncover hidden areas, cursed items, and dark secrets.
The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Village in the Shade Copper Mold in the Hit Farming Sim
Discover how to track down the elusive Village in the Shade copper mold, master the hand-painted farming sim's mechanics, and uncover dark secrets.
The Ultimate Village in the Shade Guide: Walkthrough, Wiki & Tips
Explore Kagatsu Village with this comprehensive Village in the Shade guide. Master farming, uncover nighttime mysteries, and survive the village code.
The Ultimate Village in the Shade Trophy Guide for Completionists
Master your journey with our comprehensive Village in the Shade trophy guide. Uncover achievement tips, roadmap strategies, and platform secrets.
Understanding the Village in the Shade Ending: Mystery, Romance, and Folk Horror Explored
Dive deep into the Village in the Shade ending. Learn how developer choices, folk horror themes, and mystery-driven gameplay shape the ultimate conclusion.
Understanding Village in the Shade Rules: Complete Kagatsu Guide
Master the Village in the Shade rules with this comprehensive guide. Learn about the 11:00 PM curfew, story chapters, and essential preparation.
Village in the Shade How Long to Beat: Game Length and Playtimes
Curious about Village in the Shade how long to beat? Explore total playtimes, main story hours, side content estimates, and player averages.
Complete Village in the Shade bachelorette & Character Guide: Meet the Cast
Explore the fascinating cast of Kagatsu Village with our comprehensive Village in the Shade bachelorette and character guide. Meet all residents today!
Finding Your Village in the Shade Bachelor: Romance and Rules in Kagatsu
Discover how to romance a Village in the Shade bachelor, build relationships in Kagatsu Village, and survive the strict rules of this life sim.
Village in the Shade Characters Guide: Roles, Spoilers & Gift Preferences
Explore all official Village in the Shade characters, including roles, relationship connections, gift guides, and known game facts for Kagatsu Village.
Why Village in the Shade Marriage Was Left Out of the Popular Farming Sim
Discover why the developers of Village in the Shade skipped romance and marriage, opting instead for folk horror mysteries and village acceptance.
Why Village in the Shade Romance Was Skipped by Developers
Discover why Village in the Shade romance features were intentionally left out by the developers to avoid typical farming sim marriage tropes.
Mastering Village in the Shade Horror: A Deep Dive into Rural Terror
Explore the dark mechanics, rules, and terrifying secrets of Village in the Shade horror. Discover how farming sims and psychological dread collide.
Navigating Fear and Farming: What to Expect from a Village in the Shade Jumpscare
Discover how Village in the Shade blends cozy farming mechanics with terrifying rules-based horror, featuring eerie nights and spine-chilling moments.
Surviving Village in the Shade Monsters: A Guide to Nighttime Yokai and Dread
Master the terrifying nocturnal threats in Village in the Shade monsters guide. Learn how to survive the dark, avoid yokai, and conquer folk horror.
Uncovering the Chilling Truths of Village in the Shade Night Mechanics
Explore the horror-tinged cozy farming sim Village in the Shade. Discover night survival tips, gameplay mechanics, and dark secrets of Kagatsu Village.
Uncovering the Dark Secrets Behind the Village in the Shade Plot and Survival Horror
Explore the chilling Village in the Shade plot, a unique blend of cozy farm life simulation and terrifying survival horror by Nippon Ichi.
Village in the Shade Demo & Release Guide: What You Need to Know
Explore the Village in the Shade demo details, gameplay features, system requirements, and the dark psychological horror lurking in this cozy farming sim.
Village in the Shade English Release Date, Platforms, and Gameplay Details
Discover the Village in the Shade English release date, available platforms, localization options, and what to expect from this hand-painted farming sim.
Village in the Shade Release Date: Everything We Know About the New Farming Sim
Discover the Village in the Shade release date, gameplay details, pricing, and system requirements for the new hand-painted farming sim on Nintendo Switch.
Discover Village in the Shade PS5: A Deep Dive Into NIS America's Chilling Horror Farming Sim
Explore everything you need to know about Village in the Shade PS5, featuring hand-painted horror, farming mechanics, and limited edition details.
Everything You Need to Know About Village in the Shade Switch Releases and Limited Editions
Discover all the details about the Village in the Shade switch version, limited edition bundles, gameplay mechanics, and what to expect from NIS America.
Village in the Shade Steam Deck Performance Review: Handheld Farming Sim Tested
Discover how Village in the Shade runs on the Steam Deck. Explore performance, settings, battery life, and dark narrative farming sim gameplay.
Village in the Shade Steam: A Complete Guide to NIS America’s Psychological Horror Farming Sim
Explore Village in the Shade on Steam! Discover gameplay features, system requirements, community reception, and tips for this psychological horror farming sim.
Everything Included in the Village in the Shade Collector's Edition: Is It Worth It?
Discover everything included in the Village in the Shade collector's edition. Explore platform options, pricing, and content details for this eerie sim.
Everything You Need to Know About the Village in the Shade Physical Release
Explore the Village in the Shade physical release, including Limited Edition contents, platforms, pricing, and what to expect from this horror farming sim.
Secure Your Village in the Shade Deluxe Edition Today for Ultimate Luxury Experiences
Discover how to secure the Village in the Shade deluxe edition and elevate your lifestyle with bespoke luxury essentials and exclusive modern hospitality.
Village in the Shade Price Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Costs
Discover the Village in the Shade price, platform editions, and what comes packed in the limited release of this hand-painted horror farming sim.
Where to Buy Village in the Shade Limited Edition: Platforms and Pricing
Looking to buy Village in the Shade? Discover the Limited Edition details, platform options, pricing, and what's included in this hand-painted horror farming sim.
Experience Village in the Shade Chinese Support: PS5 Rural Life Sim Guide
Discover Village in the Shade Chinese localization details, gameplay features, and edition breakdowns for the new PS5 slow-life sim by Nippon Ichi.
How to Village in the Shade Change Language Settings Easily
Learn how to Village in the Shade change language settings quickly on your platform. Follow our simple guide to switch UI and text languages.
Village in the Shade English Patch: Steam Status, Language Updates, and What to Expect
Looking for a Village in the Shade English patch? Check out the latest Steam status, language update schedules, and how to change in-game text settings.
Village in the Shade Gameplay Review: A Brilliant Twist on Cozy Farming Sims
Explore Village in the Shade gameplay on Nintendo Switch 2. Discover how this horror-tinged farming sim brilliantly subverts cozy tropes.
Village in the Shade Metacritic Review Roundup: What Critics Say
Explore the Village in the Shade Metacritic scores, critic reviews, platforms, gameplay features, and community feedback for this hand-painted farming sim.
Village in the Shade Reddit Discussions: What Players Are Saying About This Horror Farming Sim
Explore Village in the Shade Reddit discussions, player reviews, and deep dives into the terrifying new farming and horror genre mashup.
Village in the Shade Review: A Brilliant Twist on Cosy Farming Sims
Read our comprehensive Village in the Shade review for the Nintendo Switch 2. Discover how this horror-tinged farming sim subverts expectations.
Village in the Shade Switch 2 Review: A Masterclass in Horror-Tinged Cozy Gaming
Read our comprehensive Village in the Shade switch 2 review. Discover how Nippon Ichi's horror farm sim blends cozy mechanics with dark psychological twists.
What is Village in the Shade?
Village in the Shade is a hand-painted farming simulation developed by Nippon Ichi Software. Set in the Japanese mountain village of Kagatsu, it brings together crop growing, home customization, and everyday village life.
Behind the peaceful scenery, Kagatsu holds secrets and follows unsettling rules. Build a comfortable rural routine, get to know the residents, and decide how deeply you want to investigate the mystery surrounding your new home.
Explore All GuidesDeveloper
Nippon Ichi Software
Western Publisher
NIS America
Genre
Farming Simulation
Launch
October 27, 2026
Players
Single Player
Setting
Kagatsu Village
Art Style
Hand-Painted
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Village in the Shade Beginner Guide
Start your new life in Kagatsu with the essentials: first farming tasks, supplies, and a daily routine that keeps the village happy.
Village in the Shade Farming and Livestock
Crop growing, seasons, and livestock — build a productive farm that supports your village life.
Village in the Shade Fishing and Hunting
The rivers and forests around Kagatsu provide more than scenery — fishing and hunting round out your resources.
Village in the Shade Village Rules
Kagatsu's rules are simple to read and unsettling to follow. Learn what each rule means before nightfall.
Village in the Shade Villagers and Relationships
Meet the residents of Kagatsu, build friendships, and explore romance and marriage options.
Village in the Shade Release Date and Platforms
The game launched October 27, 2026 on PC, PS5, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 — here's what each version offers.
Village in the Shade Price and Editions
Standard, physical, and collector's edition contents — know exactly what you're buying.
Village in the Shade Mystery and Horror
Beneath the hand-painted calm sits a genuine horror story — monsters, jumpscares, and the truth about the shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about Village in the Shade.
Ready to Explore Village in the Shade?
Find your footing in Kagatsu with beginner guides, practical farming advice, and spoiler-conscious explanations of the village's mysteries.