LaoO Studio is finally bringing their fandom business simulator, Sensei! I Like You So Much! out of early access! The full version of the game is now available over on Steam! In Sensei! I like you so much! you play as a fanfic author, create fanfic of all genres, release your fanzine, join comicons, gather followers, and become a legend. In the meantime, buy goods of your pairing, build itabags, and decorate your room.
About Sensei! I Like You So Much!
“Sensei! I Like You So Much!” is a fandom simulation game. In this game, you will step into the shoes of a passionate fan girl and embark on a journey through the vibrant world of fan culture. By crafting captivating fan fiction in diverse genres and participating in exciting comic conventions with your self-published fan zines, you will amass a dedicated fan base, and establish yourself as a renowned creator.
Embrace the freedom to personalize your “blorbo,” your beloved character, with the game’s high-definition character customization system. You can sculpt their physical appearance and define their personality traits, which will later influence their actions and dialogue throughout the narrative.
A world of merchandise and gacha delights will also get you immersed. With the extensive collection of goods and decorations, you can decorate your room to reflect your unique fan aesthetics, design personalized ita-bags while showcasing your devotion to your favorite characters, and capture memorable moments with your merchandise through captivating photographs.
“Sensei! I like you so much!” is not just a uniquely themed indie game; it’s also a love letter to all fangirls, showcasing stories and encounters born from passion. Fan culture, as a unique subcultural phenomenon, not only enriches the original work’s worldview and influence but also provides a platform for countless creators to express their talents and pursue their dreams. The developing team LaoO Studio is dedicated to showing the uniqueness and passion of fan culture.
Get to Know the Characters of Sensei! I Like You So Much!
During your time in the fandom, you will meet four distinct fellow fans–your unwavering companions in the niche corners of fandom. Get to know the four unique characters of Sensei I Like You So Much!
New Features to Expect in the Full Version of the Game!
💗Seaside Atelier: Your Merch Factory💗
In 1.0, players can build their own “Seaside Atelier”, expanding their display space and crafting materials like tin, paper, and glass. Unlock more handmade creations and exclusive merch on the crafting bench!
Handmade merch can be showcased in ita-rooms and ita-bags, or uploaded to the Steam Workshop to share with fellow fans at cons. You can also use “friend codes” to receive merch crafted by others—real cyber freebie exchange!
As you build upwards, unlock even more features like desk-pet idle mechanics, customizable displays, and city exploration.
💗Gachapon Claw Game💗
A brand-new claw machine simulator is here! Control a physical joystick and claw to try your luck grabbing exclusive gachapon items, from commons to SSRs—and even a secret “Ichiban Kuji” grand prize! Or, skip the suspense and use “Purchase All” to take everything home at once.
💗Brand New Merch & You Can Print Them IRL💗
Version 1.0 introduces interactive items like laser-etched stubs, holographic badges, acrylic stands, vinyl records, cassette tapes, and more—plus a variety of rare ita-bags and collectible merch. Over 200 new badge designs, new decorative backing paper, badge holders, and stickers await your creativity.
The full version also unlocks printable merch—everything you obtain or create in-game can be printed and enjoyed in real life.
💗New Stories and Routes with Fellow Fans💗
New bonding stories have been added for existing characters, along with full affection routes for the “fandom grannies”—three veteran fangirls. From your unwavering companion in the niche corners of fandom, the encouraging event organizer in love with your work, the enigmatic and influential goddess writer, and your seemingly-aggressive anti-fan.… how will your friendships with each of them unfold?
About LaoO Studio
The core members of LaoO come from Tencent, Mihoyo, X.D. and other game companies, and they all have abundant game production experience.
The founder is from Tencent NExT Studio, responsible for the incubation of creative games, specializing in female-oriented game development. The founding team have worked together for many years, formerly an amateur fan club that produced fan games, fanzines, and related goods.
“Lao O” means “old woman”. All members of LaoO have been fan girls for more than ten years. They hope to create and present a unique Next-generation fan culture atmosphere from the perspective of fan girls.
