Harvest Moon 64 (Japanese: Bokujō Monogatari 2) is a farm simulation game developed by Amccus and published by Natsume. It launched for the Nintendo 64 on February 5, 1999. Players take on the role of a young man who inherits his grandfather's farm, with the goal of restoring the neglected property within three years. The game retains the series' signature wholesome, fresh style while adding rich events and activities to boost replayability. New features like sheep livestock and various contests diversify the gameplay. Plus, the backpack and tool upgrade systems streamline controls and improve the overall experience. Leveraging the N64's hardware capabilities, the game also features significantly enhanced graphics, making it a groundbreaking entry in the series.