Released in 2007 for the Nintendo DS, 'Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness' is a farming simulation game in the popular Harvest Moon series. Players find themselves shipwrecked on a deserted island, and with the help of the Harvest Sprites, they must work to build a thriving farm from the ground up. As they cultivate crops and raise animals, players can also foster relationships with other island inhabitants, pursue romance, and eventually help grow a vibrant community on the once deserted island. The game combines strategy, time-management, and RPG elements within the context of a life simulation.