Moonstone Island Free Festival Update Includes 4 New Spirits, 3 Seasonal Events, Decor and More

Moonstone Island continues to enchant players with its captivating mix of farming, alchemy, creature collecting, and card-based battles. Since its release in September 2023, the game has distinguished itself from other life-sim titles like Stardew Valley, and its latest Festivals update further enriches its world.

🌠🌠 FESTIVALS UPDATE OUT NOW! 🌠🌠

🌀 Three new seasonal events
🌀 Four new Spirits
🌀 New decor
🌀 Improved furniture placement
🌀 More water in bottles
🌀 Spirit Barn exteriors
🌀 A new "Community Chest"
🌀 A new "token of affection"
🌀 The ability to RECYCLE?
🌀 JUICE???? pic.twitter.com/o2eyabtBJH

— Moonstone Island – OUT NOW on Switch! (@Moonstone_game) September 30, 2024

Released on September 30, 2024, the Festivals Update brings fresh content to Moonstone Island, including new Spirits, seasonal events, and various cosmetic items. Players on PC and Nintendo Switch can explore this update, including a paid DLC pack filled with autumn-themed decorations.

Highlighted below are what players can expect in the latest Moonstone Island Festival Update.

Key Features of Moonstone Island Festival Update

Four New Spirits to Collect

One of the most exciting additions to Moonstone Island in the Festivals update is the introduction of four new Spirits. The new Spirits are:

• Bittybolt (Electric type)
• Glovem (Psychic type)
• Bungo (Ice type)
• Shadeling (Dark type)

The game’s creature-collecting mechanic is an integral part of its appeal, and the arrival of new Spirits offers players fresh opportunities to expand their teams and strategies.

These Spirits aren’t just for show, as you can tame and use them in the game’s strategic, card-based battles, allowing for new deck combinations and tactics. Whether exploring dungeons or completing your alchemy training, the new Spirits add variety to the gameplay.

Three New Seasonal Events

Beyond the new Spirits, the Festivals update also introduces three seasonal events:

• Spirit Spring Festival: Celebrates the arrival of spring with community activities and unique rewards.
• Lunar Festival: A nighttime event featuring beautiful decorations and moon-themed activities.
• Cooking Festival: Engage in food-related challenges and try to win the coveted Food Festival Trophy.

These festivals allow players to participate in themed activities, meet other NPCs, and experience the changing seasons within the game. The festivals break the usual gameplay loop, adding a communal and celebratory feel to the life-simulation experience.

In addition, the update brings a new “token of affection” item that allows players to improve their relationships with NPCs, a welcoming addition for those invested in the social aspects of Moonstone Island.

Paid DLC and New Items

In tandem with the free Festivals update, players can purchase the Autumnal Accessories DLC Pack for $3.99, with a 10% discount during its first week of release. This DLC enhances the game’s decoration options, allowing players to embrace the fall season in style. The pack includes items like the Mushroom Spirit Barn, Autumnal Archway, and Leaf Stool, which blend perfectly with the in-game environment as the seasons change.

For those who prefer sticking to the free update, there’s still plenty to enjoy. New decor items, like the Pile of Leaves and other fall-themed accessories, have been added to the game’s default offerings. A revamped furniture placement system ensures that items sit more snugly against walls, addressing player concerns about awkwardly placed decor.

Players will also notice a new Community Chest in Rowan’s Shop, which offers gifts and goodies to help them progress in the game. It is a fun, community-centric addition that encourages daily visits to the shop and provides a sense of reward for consistent play.

The Festivals update doesn’t stop at new content — it also improves various quality-of-life features, including new dialogue options for NPCs and the ability to customize Spirit barns with new exteriors.

Parting Notes

Since its launch, Studio Supersoft has remained committed to delivering fresh and engaging content for Moonstone Island players. From free updates to paid DLCs, the developer ensures the game stays current and exciting. This dedication to seasonal updates mirrors trends in other life-simulation games, such as Paleo Pines, which recently launched its Halloween-themed content.

With Moonstone Island’s first anniversary on Steam just behind us, the Festivals update offers a perfect blend of new content and nostalgic fall charm. Whether decorating your island, befriending new Spirits, or diving into seasonal festivals, this update ensures plenty to keep players engaged as the in-game autumn season unfolds.

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