Fields of Mistria, by NPC Studio, is celebrated for its well-crafted romance options, engaging dialogue, and thoughtfully designed romance storylines. But can you actually *go on dates* with these charming characters?
Can You Date in Fields of Mistria?
The short answer is: not yet, not in the traditional sense. However, having poured over 100 hours into wooing March (a character in the game), I can attest that the existing romance system is incredibly rewarding and well worth the $13.99 Steam price tag.
The November 2024 update significantly enhanced the romance system. The previous four-heart limit was increased to six, with new heart events added for each romanceable NPC to mark relationship milestones. These new events, featuring playable cutscenes, unlock at two, four, and six hearts. NPC Studio plans to add eight- and ten-heart events in future updates, but no concrete dates have been announced beyond the upcoming March 2025 update, which won't include a higher heart cap or new events.
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While the anticipation for expanded romance options is high, the current state of romance in Fields of Mistria is exceptional. The dialogue is rich and realistic, often delightfully flirtatious.
The existing heart events, while potentially interpreted as platonic initially, are cleverly ambiguous, leaving room for romantic interpretation, particularly in the context of the developing relationship. This gradual progression makes the romantic journey feel particularly satisfying, even without explicit dates.
The recent update introduced the Shooting Star Festival, a summer event allowing you to initiate a date-like experience with eligible NPCs (requiring four hearts with your chosen romance option). You can currently enjoy a stargazing evening with Caldarus, though this doesn't trigger a date at the Summit location as it does with other characters. This might change with the March 2025 update, which is slated to unlock the dragon's romance questline.
Currently, you can't officially "date" in Fields of Mistria, but the existing content provides a compelling and engaging romantic experience until full dating mechanics are implemented.
NOTE: Fields of Mistria is in Early Access, so content is subject to change. This information is accurate as of Version 0.12.4 and will be updated accordingly.
Fields of Mistria is available now in Early Access.
