Marvelous announced the new Pine Hoverfly Outfit Set DLC for STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar, which includes a new in-game sweater, beanie and glider. All net proceeds of the new DLC will directly support the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) and their conservation efforts.
The STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar Pine Hoverfly Outfit Set DLC is a continuation of the partnership between Marvelous Europe and RZSS, which began in 2020 with the help of Jellymedia. This partnership helps support RZSS’ efforts to reestablish the pine hoverfly, which is designated as a “critically endangered” insect. The pine hoverfly is a pollinator and waste recycler in its ecosystem in Scotland, and for the first time in eight years, adult pine hoverflies are now reproducing in the wild.
“The fact that fans can now download Pine Hoverfly content within STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar is super exciting for us, because by doing so, they are directly contributing to conserving a critically endangered species in the U.K.,” said RZSS conservation programme manager Dr Helen Taylor. “Species like pine hoverflies are key to the health of our native ecosystems and yet are so often overlooked. We love that Marvelous are standing with us in protecting the wee beasties of this world and that this brilliant partnership is continuing to evolve.”
“The core theme of regeneration in STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar perfectly mirrors the conservation efforts taking place, bringing a species close to extinction back to ensure future generations can see them in the wild,” said Marvelous Europe head of marketing Chris Jennings.”
STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar launches on August 27 for $49.99 on Nintendo Switch and PC (Steam) and $59.99 on Nintendo Switch 2. Lastly, physical pre-orders are available at participating retailers and the Marvelous Online Store.
