Get ready to clock in for the cutest summer job spree gaming has ever seen. Milano’s Odd Job Collection, a once-Japan-exclusive PlayStation classic from 1999, is officially making its western debut on December 9, 2025. Publisher XSEED Games is giving this lost retro gem a second life on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam, GOG, and the Microsoft Store.
Even better, Nintendo fans can purr in delight: players who own the Switch version will receive a free Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade when the new system’s version arrives. That’s a pretty sweet “thank you” for early adopters.
Priced at $14.99, Milano’s Odd Job Collection blends nostalgic charm, snappy mini-games, and gentle storytelling in a package perfect for retro fans and cozy-game buffs alike.
Retro Heart Meets Modern Comforts
This is no dusty time capsule. While its pixel-art roots and warm 32-bit feel remain beautifully intact, the updated western version includes:
- Modern resolution support
- English text and voiceovers (with original Japanese audio included)
- Achievement and trophy support
- Save states
- Rewind feature
- Updated load times
It’s like receiving a mint-condition memory card from 1999, only now it saves instantly and lets you undo your mistakes like a time-bending summer hero.
Work, Play, and the Best Retro Summer Ever
A Slice-of-Life Summer Story
School may be out, but 11-year-old Milano has a busy break ahead. When her mom is hospitalized, she’s sent to her uncle’s house for the summer. Except, plot twist: her uncle’s on vacation. Left to her own devices, she embraces independence and fills her days earning money, helping locals, and sprucing up her temporary home.
Odd Jobs, Big Heart
Players join Milano across 40 in-game days of charming mini-games and daily life. From delivering pizzas and caring for patients to milking flying cows (yes, really), each job adds a dash of humor and heart. As you level up Milano’s energy, mood, and skills, more jobs and tougher challenges unlock, offering replayability and a cozy gameplay loop.
Cozy Customization
When work is done, Milano can relax, redecorate her uncle’s house, pet the cat, stargaze, and enjoy quiet time. This isn’t just odd jobs; it’s a summer life sim wrapped in warmth and whimsy.
A Second Chance for a Quiet Classic
Milano’s Odd Job Collection may have been a hidden gem in Japan for over twenty years, but its mix of relaxed pacing, quirky humor, and retro gameplay feels perfectly timed for today’s cozy-game generation.
Fans of titles like Story of Seasons, Tomba, or classic PS1 curios will feel right at home. Think of this one as a postcard from gaming’s past, freshly stamped and lovingly delivered in the present.
Launch Details
- Release Date: December 9, 2025
- Platforms: PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch (with free Switch 2 upgrade), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC (Steam, GOG, Windows Store)
- Price: $14.99 USD
- Rating: E for Everyone (console versions)
For more information visit the official site at https://marvelous-usa.com/games/milanos-odd-job-collection/.
More information about XSEED Games’ products can be found at www.marvelous-usa.com. Fans can also follow XSEED Games on Facebook, X, Instagram, Twitch, and join the discussion on their Discord server at: http://discord.gg/XSEEDGames.
