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Rune Factory 5is a game that’s very proud of its cast. Every one ofRune Factory 5’s trailersmakes it a point to show off some of its heroes and heroines.
It’s understandable why. Dating fellow townsfolk has always been a staple of cozy life-sim games, andRune Factory 5has plenty of bachelors and bachelorettes to choose from. In a series first, players can choose to romance any character regardless of gender.

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As for how players go about finding their special someone,Rune Factory 5works like most games in its genre. Aside from speaking frequently with them and inviting them tospecial town events, the player builds rapport primarily by giving gifts.
The actual giving process is simple. The player just needs to talk to a character while holding an item in their hands. But, just like in real life, choosing the right gift is tricky.

Each one ofRune Factory’s characters has their own likes and dislikes. While the player can learn them through frequent dialogue or trial and error, this guide is here to speed up the process.
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Non-Romancable NPCs
Rune Factory 5’s marriage candidates are far from the only characters in Rigbarth. While the playercannot romance or marrymost of them, they still have a friendship meter that the player can boost for rewards.
Furthermore, if the game recognizes aRune Factory 4 Specialsave on the same console, the player unlocks two new neighbors: Doug and Margaret. While they aren’t essential to the game, it’s still in the player’s interest to befriend them.

