Harvest Moon:A Wonderful Life
- Release date
September 12, 2003
- Platform
Nintendo Gamecube
- Developer
Victor Interactive Software
Characters
Walkthrough
Overview
Walkthrough
A comprehensive, informative walkthrough of Harvest Moon: A Wonderful Life (2003) with character introductions, trivia, tips and additional information.
## Days 21-30 (Spring 21-30)
- Focus on maximizing crop yields
- Aim to have at least 1000G saved for Summer seeds
- Try to reach 2-3 hearts with your preferred bachelorette
Daily Routine:
1. 6:00 AM - Wake up
2. Water all crops
3. Harvest any ready crops and replant
4. Forage for wild items (herbs, flowers) around the valley
5. Fish at the river or ocean for extra income
6. Visit villagers, focusing on building relationships
7. Check Van's shop if he's in town (usually comes once a week)
8. Return to farm, ship all items
9. 8:00 PM - Sleep
Key Points for End of Spring:
- By Spring 30, you should have:
- A steady income from crops (mainly turnips and potatoes)
- At least 1000G saved for Summer seeds
- Improved relationships with villagers, especially your preferred bachelorette
- Cleaned and prepared your entire field for Summer crops
- Basic proficiency in fishing and foraging
## Spring 30 (Final Day of Spring)
- Harvest all remaining crops
- Clear any remaining weeds or stones from your field
- Ensure you have at least 1000G saved
- Talk to all villagers one last time
- Review your progress:
- Crop shipping totals
- Relationship levels
- Money saved
- Plan your strategy for Summer:
- Decide which Summer crops to focus on (tomatoes are a good choice)
- Consider saving for a chicken coop
Tips for Transition to Summer:
1. Summer crops are more valuable but take longer to grow. Plan your finances accordingly.
2. The weather will be hotter, so you'll need to be more diligent about watering.
3. The dig site will open in Summer, providing a new source of income.
4. Keep building relationships, as heart events may start triggering in Summer.
Summer Season (Year 1)
## Day 1 (Summer 1)
6:00 AM - Wake up
- Notice the change in season: hotter weather, new background music
- Water any remaining Spring crops (they'll wither soon)
- Head to Vesta's farm to buy Summer seeds:
- Tomatoes (60G each)
- Melons (200G each)
- Till your field and plant new crops (prioritize tomatoes for quicker returns)
- Water new crops
- Forage for Summer items (coconuts on the beach)
## Day 2 (Summer 2)
- Water crops
- Takakura will gift you a chicken
- Enter the chicken coop, learn about chicken care:
- Feed the chicken daily
- Pet it to increase affection
- Collect your first egg (ship it or save for cooking)
- Continue daily routine: forage, fish, socialize
## Day 3-7 (Summer 3-7)
Daily Routine:
1. Water crops
2. Care for chicken, collect egg
3. Forage and fish
4. Visit the dig site (newly opened):
- Meet Carter and Flora again
- Learn about mining
- Start digging for artifacts and ores
5. Socialize with villagers
## Day 8-14 (Summer 8-14)
- Continue daily routine
- Around Day 10: First tomato harvest
- Ship tomatoes for profit
- Save a few for gifts (Celia loves vegetables)
- Keep planting new tomatoes as you harvest
## Day 15 (Summer 15) - Fireworks Festival
- Attend the festival in the evening
- Choose a girl to watch the fireworks with:
- This is a good opportunity to boost relationship with your preferred bachelorette
- No farming today, focus on the festival and socializing
## Day 16-22 (Summer 16-22)
- Resume daily routine
- Melon harvest begins (high profit, but slow-growing)
- Start saving money for a cow (costs 4000G)
- Continue mining for extra income
## Day 23-30 (Summer 23-30)
- Maintain crop rotation and animal care
- Focus on increasing crop quality for better profits
- Aim to have at least 4000G saved by end of Summer
- Continue building relationships
- Prepare for Fall season:
- Plan crop layout for yams and carrots
## Summer 30 (Final Day of Summer)
- Harvest all remaining crops
- Ensure you have saved enough for Fall seeds and potentially a cow
- Review your progress:
- Crop shipping totals
- Relationship levels
- Mining progress
- Money saved
Key Summer Achievements:
- Established steady income from tomatoes and melons
- Learned basics of animal husbandry with the chicken
- Explored the dig site and started mining
- Experienced first major festival (Fireworks)
- Saved money for Fall expansion (seeds and possibly a cow)
Tips for Transition to Fall:
1. Fall crops (yams, carrots) are profitable but grow slowly. Plan your finances accordingly.
2. If you've saved 4000G, consider buying a cow early in Fall for additional income.
3. Mining becomes more crucial for income as crop variety decreases.
4. Keep building relationships; you should be nearing 4-5 hearts with your preferred bachelorette.
Fall Season (Year 1)
## Day 1 (Fall 1)
6:00 AM - Wake up
- Notice the change in season: cooler weather, leaves changing color
- Head to Vesta's farm to buy Fall seeds:
- Yams (120G each)
- Carrots (40G each)
- Till your field and plant new crops (balance between yams and carrots)
- Water new crops
- If you have 4000G saved, consider buying a cow from Van (he should visit today)
## Day 2-7 (Fall 2-7)
Daily Routine:
1. Water crops
2. Care for chicken, collect egg
3. If you bought a cow:
- Brush the cow daily
- Milk the cow (requires Milker tool)
- Feed the cow
4. Forage for Fall items (mushrooms are now available)
5. Fish and mine for extra income
6. Socialize with villagers
## Day 8-14 (Fall 8-14)
- Continue daily routine
- Around Day 10: First carrot harvest
- Ship carrots for profit
- Save a few for gifts and cooking
- Keep planting new carrots as you harvest
- If you have a cow, start making cheese for higher profits
## Day 15 (Fall 15) - Harvest Festival
- Attend the festival in the town square
- Bring your best crops to display
- Participate in competitions if possible
- This is a good opportunity to see how your farming skills compare to others
- Socialize with villagers during the festival
## Day 16-22 (Fall 16-22)
- Resume daily routine
- Yam harvest begins (high profit, but slow-growing)
- Continue caring for animals and processing animal products
- Focus on increasing crop quality for better profits
- Keep mining for valuable ores and gems
## Day 23-30 (Fall 23-30)
- Maintain crop rotation and animal care
- Start preparing for Winter:
- Crops won't grow in Winter, so plan your finances accordingly
- Consider upgrading your tools if you have spare cash
- Stock up on animal feed
- Continue building relationships
- You should be at 6-7 hearts with your preferred bachelorette by now
## Fall 30 (Final Day of Fall)
- Harvest all remaining crops
- Ensure you have enough animal feed for Winter
- Review your progress:
- Crop shipping totals
- Relationship levels
- Animal product profits
- Mining income
- Tool upgrade status
Key Fall Achievements:
- Established income from yams and carrots
- Potentially started dairy farming with a cow
- Experienced the Harvest Festival
- Prepared for the challenges of the upcoming Winter
Tips for Transition to Winter:
1. No crops will grow in Winter, so focus on animal care and alternative income sources
2. Fishing and mining will be crucial for income
3. Winter is a good time to focus on relationship building
4. The lakes will freeze, opening up new areas to explore
5. Save money for Spring seeds and any desired farm upgrades
Notable Winter Events to Prepare For:
- Winter Thanksgiving (Winter 14)
- Starry Night Festival (Winter 23)
- New Year's Eve (Winter 30)
Winter Season (Year 1)
## Day 1 (Winter 1)
6:00 AM - Wake up
- Notice the change in season: snow on the ground, new background music
- No crops to water, but your daily routine changes:
1. Care for animals (feed, brush, milk cow, collect eggs)
2. Clear snow from pathways if necessary
- Check your supplies: ensure you have enough animal feed
- Visit the beach: winter fish are now available
- Explore the newly frozen lake area
## Day 2-7 (Winter 2-7)
Daily Winter Routine:
1. Animal care
2. Fishing (try different spots in the river, ocean, and frozen lake)
3. Mining at the excavation site
4. Foraging for winter items (some herbs are still available)
5. Socialize with villagers
6. Process animal products (make cheese if possible)
## Day 8-13 (Winter 8-13)
- Continue winter routine
- Focus on increasing your mining skills: try to reach deeper levels of the mine
- Start preparing for the Winter Thanksgiving Festival
- If you haven't already, consider upgrading your house for cooking capabilities
## Day 14 (Winter 14) - Winter Thanksgiving Festival
- Receive chocolate from the bachelorettes (Celia, Muffy, Nami)
- Give gifts to the girls you're interested in
- This is a good opportunity to boost your relationship with your preferred bachelorette
## Day 15-22 (Winter 15-22)
- Resume winter routine
- Start preparing for the Starry Night Festival
- Continue focusing on relationship building
- Consider upgrading tools if you have the funds
## Day 23 (Winter 23) - Starry Night Festival
- Choose a girl to watch the stars with
- This is a major event for relationship progress
- Depending on your heart level, you might trigger a romantic event
## Day 24-29 (Winter 24-29)
- Resume winter routine
- Start preparing for the New Year
- Make sure you have seeds ready for Spring (buy from Vesta or save money to buy on Spring 1)
- Review your first year's progress and plan for Year 2
## Day 30 (Winter 30) - New Year's Eve
- Attend the New Year's Eve festival in the evening
- Reflect on your first year in Forget-Me-Not Valley
- Set goals for the coming year
Key Winter Achievements:
- Mastered alternative income sources (fishing, mining)
- Improved relationships with villagers
- Experienced unique winter festivals
- Prepared for the second year of farming
Tips for Winter:
1. Income Management:
- Without crops, focus on animal products, fishing, and mining for income
- Processed goods (like cheese) are more profitable than raw materials
2. Relationship Building:
- Winter offers many opportunities for relationship growth through festivals
- Aim to reach 8-9 hearts with your chosen bachelorette by the end of Winter
3. Exploration:
- The frozen lake opens up new areas. Explore thoroughly for forageable items and fishing spots
4. Planning for Year 2:
- Save money for Spring seeds and any desired upgrades
- Consider which bachelorette you want to pursue seriously in Year 2
5. Tool Upgrades:
- If you haven't already, upgrade your tools. The watering can and hoe are good choices for
Spring preparation
6. Cooking:
- If your house is upgraded, experiment with cooking to create gifts and boost stamina
