Love is in the air in Fields of Mistria, and the Third Big Update (v0.14.0) has made romance even more exciting by introducing the ability to go on dates with NPCs. This new feature allows you to deepen your bonds with eligible bachelors and bachelorettes, enjoy unique cutscenes, and collect special rewards like commemorative Date Photos. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know to start dating, unlock new date types, and make the most of your weekend outings.
Note: Fields of Mistria is currently in Early Access, so dating and marriage mechanics may expand or change in future updates
How to Start Dating NPCs
Before you can go on dates, you first need to start a romantic relationship with an NPC. Here’s how to unlock dating:
- Choose a Single NPC: Open your journal and look for characters marked as “single.” Only these NPCs are romance candidates.
- Build Hearts: Talk to your chosen NPC daily and give them gifts they like. Check your relationship progress in the Heart tab of your journal.
- Trigger Heart Events: Every two hearts triggers a Heart Event—a short quest or cutscene that deepens your bond.
- Confess at 8 Hearts: When you reach 8 Hearts, you’ll unlock a special Heart Event where you can choose the red dialogue option with a heart icon to confess your feelings. This officially starts the dating relationship.
- Optional Best Friend Path: If you prefer not to date, you can select the “Best Friend” dialogue option instead, keeping the bond platonic.
- Meet Elsie: The next morning, Elsie will visit your home to congratulate you and explain how dating works, including weekends-only rules and how to unlock dates.
How Dates Work in Fields of Mistria
Once you’ve unlocked dating in Fields of Mistria, the process of going on dates is simple, but it comes with a few important rules. Dates are limited to weekends, means you can only invite your partner out on Saturday or Sunday.
You’re also restricted to one date per partner per week. If you’re dating multiple NPCs, you can schedule one on Saturday and another on Sunday, but you cannot take the same person on two dates in the same week. Additionally, there’s currently no way to break up with an NPC, so plan carefully if you decide to pursue more than one romance at the same time.
See also: How to Romance Sassy Chap in Date Everything – Full Guide
To start a date, visit your partner on a weekend and select the “Invite On Date” option. A menu will then appear, allowing you to choose from the unlocked date types. On mornings when a date is available, the game will display a “Date Available” prompt during the calendar transition, along with the partner’s icon, so you know they’re ready for a weekend outing.
Rewards:
Each date triggers a short cutscene and rewards you with a Date Photo and a random bonus item, such as meals. Date Photos can be displayed in your house to commemorate your outings.
Tip: If you go on a date in the morning, you still have the rest of the day free for farming, mining, or town activities.
How to Unlock New Date Types
Dates aren’t all the same—you can unlock several unique Date Types using Date Inspiration Items. Elsie gives you two items to start, but more can be collected by exploring, foraging, fishing, mining, or shopping at the Saturday Market (Wheedle’s stall).
Here’s how it works:
- Find a Date Inspiration Item.
- Use it from your inventory to unlock a new Date Type.
- Select that date when inviting your partner on the weekend.
Duplicate Date Inspiration Items cannot be sold. Using a duplicate will simply consume it without unlocking a new date if you already have that type.
See also: How to Date Winnifred in Date Everything (Dateable 62)
Some examples of Date Inspiration Items and their associated dates include:
| Date Inspiration Item | How to Obtain | Date Unlocked |
|---|---|---|
| Picnic Set | Gift from Elsie | Deep Woods Picnic |
| Lovely Seashell | Fish at the beach | Beach Date |
| Inn Menu | Gift from Elsie | Inn Meal Date |
| Rough Gemstone | Found in mine chests | Gem Cutting Date |
| Dollhouse Bench | Dig spots along Eastern Road | Park Date |
| Bath Soap | Wheedle’s Market (100,000 Tesserae) | Bathhouse Date |
Remember that you can date multiple NPCs, but eventually you can only marry one, so plan your romances with that in mind.
Tip: Duplicate items can’t be sold but using them will still grant Date Types if not already unlocked.
How to Get the Most Out of Dating in Fields of Mistria
To get the most out of dating in Fields of Mistria, a little planning goes a long way. Start by collecting all Date Photos, as your first time on each unique date type rewards a commemorative photo card for your home. Completing the full collection is a fun long-term goal for dedicated players.
It’s also important to plan your weekends carefully. Since dates are only available on Saturdays and Sundays, try to organize your farm work, foraging, or mining activities around these outings to avoid missing opportunities.
In addition, save up for premium dates like the Bathhouse Date, which costs a significant 100,000 Tesserae. Managing your finances well ensures you won’t miss out on these special experiences.
Finally, keep in mind that future updates will make dates more rewarding, as they will grant more heart points than regular gift-giving. This means weekend dates will eventually become the most efficient way to deepen your bonds with NPCs.
Why You Should Go on Dates with NPCs
Beyond the fun of seeing your character’s love life blossom, dating offers:
- Unique cutscenes and rewards
- Decorative Date Photos for your home
- A deeper connection with your chosen NPC
- Preparation for marriage, which will be added in future updates
By unlocking and experiencing all Date Types, you’ll enjoy more of Mistria’s charm while strengthening your relationships in meaningful ways. Play Now!
