It looks like Gameloft’sDisney Dreamlight Valleywon’t be a free-to-play title after all.
Dreamlight Valleyis theDisneymeetsAnimal Crossinggame that entered Early Access back in September. Players could get in the game by purchasing a Founder’s Pack. Each pack included some cosmetic items and varying amounts of Moonstones, the game’s premium currency.
The game is set to officially launch on December 5. Ahead of the full release, Gameloft has made anannouncementending the free-to-play plans. “As we look ahead to the official launch, with the learnings we’ve gained from Early Access, we’ve made the decision to remain a paid game for the foreseeable future,” the developer wrote.
Paid editions
For now players can secure their access toDreamlight Valleyby purchasing one of the Founder’s Packs. When the game launches on December 5, it will be available in three different editions.
Cozy Edition– Retail exclusive – $49.99
The future ofDreamlight Valley
Gameloft also announcedDreamlight Valley’s first paid DLC.A Rift in Timewill introduce a new location called Eternity Isle. With that will come more Disney characters to meet and activities to engage in. The expansion will be available for $29.99 on December 5, and it comes with 5,000 Moonstones.
The shift away from the free-to-play formula is definitely a surprise. The move is bound to have some effect onDreamlight Valley’s longevity. More info is expected from Dreamloft in its upcoming showcase. That is currently scheduled to stream on Twitch, Facebook, and YouTube at 1:00 p.m. Eastern on November 1.
