Hometown Story (Japanese title: ホームタウンストーリー) is a life simulation role-playing video game developed by Japanese studio Marvelous AQL for the Nintendo 3DS. The game was released in Japan in 2012 and worldwide in 2013. The game follows the player character, a young shopkeeper, as they build and manage their own shop in a small village. The player can interact with villagers, build relationships with them, and expand their shop by stocking items and selling them to villagers. The player can also explore the surrounding areas and build relationships with the local wildlife. The game features a crafting system, allowing the player to create new items to stock in their shop. The game also features a variety of mini-games and activities, such as fishing and bug-catching. Hometown Story is a unique and charming game that encourages players to explore and build relationships with the villagers and wildlife of their own personal hometown.