Fantasy Otome Genso Manège is Releasing on January 31st!
PQube & MAGES./LOVE & ART, are excited to announce that the beautifully romantic Otome visual novel, ‘Genso Manège’ is coming to Steam and Nintendo Switch on January 31st, 2025!
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Vampire Therapist commits to Couples Therapy DLC
Halloween is not the only season vampires are active, and Little Bat Studios is delighted to show players a whole new side to immortality this December in the brand new Couples Therapy DLC for their critically acclaimed title, Vampire Therapist. After learning the ropes from Andromachos, who is as handsome as…
Voltage Inc Opens International Store for AmuLit Otome Brand
Otome Fam, Voltage Inc. is opening an online store for their console-exclusive otome brand, AmuLit! Now Western otome lovers can buy merch for their favorite titles, including Even if TEMPEST and upcoming titles! Just last month, Voltage announced the launch of their new brand AmuLit, which will be the new…
PQube Announces the Localization of Him, the Smile & bloom for February 27, 2025
Earlier this year, Him, the Smile & bloom was released by MintLip and Edia in Japan with English language support, check out the full review here on Blerdy Otome. But, earlier today, PQube announced that they will be releasing the official Western localization of the slice-of-life flower shop otome, ‘Him, the…
Boys Love Visual Novel Masquerade: Hell Academy Available For Pre-order
The newest title from JAST BLUE, the Boys Love division of JAST USA, is now available for pre-order on jastusa.com and Steam. Masquerade: Hell Academy is a classic BL visual novel from Japanese developer PIL/SLASH, who were also behind JAST BLUE’s most recent hit release, Paradise. Like Paradise, Masquerade: Hell Academy is a game with dark, compelling…
(Blank) House Launches Kickstarter for Amare Slice of Life College VN, Keyframes
Indie developer, (Blank) House just launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming slice-of-life, college themed visual novel, Keyframes. Keyframes is an amare visual novel that begins during the player’s second year of college. No one said adulthood was easy. Learn about the person you are, alongside your friends—both old and new. An…
The Supernatural Mystery VN “CAFÉ 0 ~The Sleeping Beast~ REMASTERED” will be released on Console November 1st
The supernatural mystery visual novel “CAFÉ 0 ~The Sleeping Beast~ REMASTERED” will be released by ROSEVERTE on November 1st, 2024 (Asia region release: October 31st, 2024), for Nintendo Switch™, Playstation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. The game supports 4 languages: Japanese, English, German, and Korean, and fully voiced…
Studio Chawan Launches Kickstarter for Detective Indie Otome, Mirage Noir
Indie developer, Studio Chawan just launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming detective indie otome, Mirage Noir. Play as a detective, solve cases, and try to catch an elusive serial killer in this mystery visual novel focused on found family. The game borrows inspiration from the Ace Attorney series and…
The Inn Between Extended Demo is Live on Steam
Fujin Fam, we have some exciting news from the Australian based indie developer Cats on a Lilypad Studio and publisher Two and a Half Studios! The extended demo for their upcoming fantasy romance boys love visual novel, The Inn Between is now live on Steam! This updated demo features content…
Genso Manège Demo Live for Steam Next Fest
Steam Next Fest is here and PQube is taking part with the demo release of the upcoming magical otome, Genso Manège! Set in a wondrously evocative re-imagining of France, a beautifully crafted otome visual novel following Emma, orphaned at a young age, as she fights to uncover her forgotten memories. A witch…
The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom Now on Steam!
Otome Lovers, Opera House’s fantasy romance otome, The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom is now available on Steam! A few months after the Nintendo Switch release, PC gamers can now enjoy the game inspired by the hit light novel series of the same name.
Studio Élan Released 4 New Free to Play Yuri Games!
Yuri Friends! Studio Élan released 4 brand new bite-sized yuri visual novels that are all free to play on their itch.io. Each of these games was made as part of an internal game jam during the month of September, in which teams had to create a new game from scratch. These…
Lovely Inc. Announces the Console and PC Release of Winter themed Indie Otome, Snowkissed Romance
Otome Fam we have some news from Lovely Inc. the developer behind the office romance, My Love for You is Evermore. The indie publisher duo announced during a special video announcement the debut console and PC title, Snowkissed Romance, a nostalgic love story set in the mid-90s at a ski…
MangaGamer Announces Pre-Orders for CLOCKUP’s Psychological Horror VN, DEAD DAYS
MangaGamer announced the launch of pre-orders for CLOCKUP’s DEAD DAYS. This dark, psychological horror will be available on MangaGamer starting this Halloween (October 31st, 2024). Those taking advantage of the pre-order will enjoy 15% off of the $44.95 MSRP. This is an 18+ game with uncensored sexual scenes.
Keepers of Astraela Now Available on Steam
Dark Fantasy Romance Visual Novel, Keepers of Astraela is now live on Steam. Inspired by the book ‘Vision‘ by Wrenna Stone, Astraela follows a writer whose characters come to life. Join Eva as she fights against forces of Darkness, flirts with a fiery man, and consumes all the coffee she…
Infinity Nikki Global Closed Beta Announced For PC, iOS and Android
The first Global Closed Beta for Infold Games’s upcoming title, Infinity Nikki, will be available from October 8th through October 22nd for PC, iOS and Android. For a chance to participate in this closed beta, players can sign up by filling out the survey here. A PlayStation 5 Closed Beta is also planned,…
Game Devs of Color Expo Steam Sale Offers Incredible Discounts on Indie Games
The ninth Game Devs of Color Expo is in full swing, spotlighting the unique voices of diverse creators within the games industry. The expo kicked off with a showcase of indie games from some amazing game devs of color! During the direct there were a few exclusive announcements so be…
Voltage Inc Unveils New AmuLit Console Exclusive Brand & Details on Upcoming Title The Red Bell’s Lament
Otome Lovers we have some exciting news from Japanese publisher Voltage Inc.! Today, via X (Twitter) Voltage announced their new, exclusive console brand AmuLit! This new brand will be the hub for their existing and upcoming Switch & Steam titles!
Kickstarter for Murder-Mystery Visual Novel, Ventreville: A Cure for Sorrow is Live
Ventreville: A Cure for Sorrow is a fantasy visual novel game with a colorful cast of playable characters, each with their own unique mechanics, and all of whom are necessary in solving this mystery. But be careful, as your choices will determine whether their stories are one of ruin or…
My Time At Evershine Announced for PC and Console – A New Era for Pathea Games’ Beloved Life Sim Series
The award-winning independent studio, Pathea Games, proudly presents ‘My Time at Evershine’, the most adventurous and immersive installment in the beloved ‘My Time’ series yet! Building on the overwhelming success of its predecessors, My Time at Sandrock and My Time At Portia, this new chapter innovates and redefines the life-simulation genre. Designed to appeal to both…
I*CHU: Chibi Edition Coming To Nintendo Switch October 3rd
Launching on October 3rd, Opera House and PQube have teamed up to bring I*CHU to the west! Releasing exclusively on Nintendo Switch, ‘I*CHU: Chibi Edition’ is a special remake of the Japanese release of I*CHU on Nintendo Switch. Follow the chaotic and exciting story of 32 boys aspiring towards their ultimate debut…
Kickstarter Campaign for Dark Fantasy Indie Otome Shattered Souls is Live
Shattered Souls is a dark, fantasy otome that is currently in development by Eternal Love Studios. Become lost in a realm where nothing is as it seems. A realm of broken, beautiful, and resilient people. Experience enchanting, passionate love stories with twists and turns in every direction. Fight for your…
Obscura Chapter 2: The Depths Launches on Steam
Descend under a mountain to the marketplace below, where everything has a price. Meet the four men who can each give you what you need, but beware: they have their own hidden motives and uses for you. OBSCURA is a dark fantasy romance VN that asks how far you’ll go…
Moonless Moon Coming to Switch September 19!
KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO’s music-themed text adventure “Moonless Moon” will make its way to Nintendo Switch consoles on September 19. The Switch release will cost $9.99 and feature English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese language support. Moonless Moon originally released on Steam on August 8, 2024. The game is currently on sale…
Toei Animation Announces its First Indie Game! “NOROI KAGO: the Grudged Domain”
Toei Animation and Toydium are pleased to announce NOROI KAGO: the Grudged Domain. This fully realized horror game marks the animation studio’s first foray into an indie game. The game will make its global exhibition debut at Tokyo Game Show 2024. More details on the brand new trailer and Steam…
9 R.I.P. Limited Edition Preorders Available Now!
Otome Fam, Idea Factory Intl just announced that preorders for the Limited Edition of the supernatural otome visual novel, 9 R.I.P., are available now on the IFI Online Store. The Limited Edition is $89.99. Additionally, the Nintendo eShop page for 9 R.I.P. is now live. Fans can wishlist the game…
Kickstarter Launched for Cowboy Bebop Inspired Visual Novel, Bitter Silver
Indie studio, Lookout Drive Games launched a Kickstarter for their upcoming space western visual novel Bitter Silver, inspired by the anime Cowboy Bebop. Play as a bounty hunter leading a team of bickering misfits as you track down targets with your words or your weapons in a reactive story where…
Fantasy BL Visual Novel Rain and the Wolf is Now Live on Steam and PC!
Fujin Fam, Ebi-Hime just dropped their latest BL game, Rain and the Wolf on Steam and itch.io! Inspired by the Little Red Riding Hood fairytale, Follow Rain as he meets a mysterious werewolf, Zero, deep in the woods. Shape his fate with your choices. Will Rain be able to tame…
Your Survival Story Starts Now: Date Z Has Launched!
Today marks the release of Date Z, a captivating high school romance visual novel set amidst a zombie apocalypse! Now available on Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox. Step into a world where every decision can mean the difference between life and death… As a transfer student, your challenge is to navigate…
Yuri Visual Novel Please Be Happy to get Japanese Localization by SukeraSparo
As announced today on Twitter, English yuri visual novel game developers Studio Élan are working in collaboration with Japanese yuri games development company SukeraSparo to bring Studio Élan’s yuri visual novel Please Be Happy to Japan via Japanese translation and publishing. SukeraSparo is a renowned Japanese yuri games development company, known for such…