Crushed Indie BL Game Review – Cute Awkward Black Boys Catchin’ Feelings
Crushed is an indie slice-of-life boys love visual novel developed by Hummingbird Games for Amare Game Festival 2023 and Black Visual Novel Jam. Corey’s winter break gets a lot more interesting when the love of his life, ahem, his newest crush moves to Thomastown. Can he convince the new kid to give him a chance…
Sub for You BL Game Review – 50 Shades of Boys Love, it’s Kinky and Cringe!
Do you like 50 Shades of Grey? Do you like boys love? Well, there’s a game that combines the best and worst (emphasis on WORST) of both! Where do I start with this game? It’s a mess. Sub for You is a Chinese boys love visual novel developed by BlueBerry Lanmei She & maratan and…
Paradise Boys Love Game Review – Sun, Sand, and Murder?!
Paradise is a survival thriller Boys Love visual novel developed by PIL/SLASH and LOVE&DESTROY and published in English by JAST BLUE. The story follows a group of men who go on holiday on a deserted island. When things begin to go wrong, they realize to their horror that they are stranded. Turns out that’s only…
Yuri Indie Visual Novel Without a Voice Blooming Edition Coming to Kickstarter
Without a Voice is a dark fairy tale yuri visual novel developed by L³ and published by Studio Élan’s publishing branch, Bellhouse, on March 20th 2020. It follows an exiled princess, Cassidy, who meets a mysterious beauty in the forest she calls home, ensnaring her in a tragedy. To celebrate its 4th anniversary, Studio Élan announced a new…
Oni Onsen BL Demo Review – Creating Steam with a Hunky Harem of Oni
Y Press Games is back with another steamy boys love game, and this one is extra unhinged. Oni Onsen is a visual novel set in feudal Japan and follow disgraced ronin Asano as he attempts to reclaim his family onsen, get revenge against the man who wronged him…. and fuck a harem of hunky oni.…
Y Press Games Launches Kickstarter for Steamy Boys Love VN, Oni Onsen
Y Press Games is back again with another steamy boys love visual novel, Oni Onsen! Set in feudal Japan, follow disgraced ronin, Asano as he gets revenge and gets frisky with four handsome oni. While you can romance one of the four oni love interests, Oni Onsen has five game routes, including a harem route…
Blood Domination BL Game Review – The Will Of Blood Is Absolute
Blood Domination is a BL visual novel that allows players to follow five different couples, uncovering the secrets of their pasts and controlling their fates. Welcome to Éclair Gymnasium Academy, where vampires learn how to navigate the Dom/sub relationships that will define the rest of their lives. Game Details Story The Will Of Blood Is…
Shanghai Summer Game Review – Reflecting on the Past for a Better Future
Shanghai Summer is an adventure game developed by FUTU Studio and published by Astrolabe Games. Set in the millennium, our protagonist, Baichuan, goes through a series of “anomalies” over the length of twelve days. In his pursuit of the truth, he found that his hopes and regrets from the past finally seem to converge. Will…
Indie Spotlight: Bite Me – A Vampire Dating Sim
Grand rising on this most glorious Black History Month! Here on Blerdy Otome I celebrate diverse stories and characters all year, but throughout the month of February I want to go extra hard for games featuring Black and brown experiences! While scrolling through Tumblr (remember that?) I stumbled upon Kabus Studio’s twisted vampire dating sim,…
The Symbiant Re:Union BL Game Review – Getting Frisky in Space Again
HeartCoreDev is back with a sequel to their steamy sci-fi boys love visual novel, The Symbiant. Take a deep dive into Danya’s and Brahve’s heat and romance in The Symbiant Re:Union. The events take place after two Endings of The Symbiant’s main game. Game Details Story The first After Story will transport you to the…
The Symbiant BL Game Review – Came for the Tentacles and Stayed for the Story
The Symbiant is a story-rich and erotic (18+) sci fi BL/yaoi adult visual novel about two adult men, both from vastly different worlds, embracing their sexuality and their newfound romance. It is also a tale of interstellar friendship and being gay in space! Game Details The Story In the year 5066, Danya and his alien friend…
Where the Two Flowers Meet Game Review
Where the Two Flowers Meet is a psychological mystery in the vein of Nitro+chiral’s Slow Damage and Kenkou Land’s MAMIYA, that will leave players with a mix of complex emotions. Told across two separate time periods, WTTFM follows the tumultuous relationship between Aran Yun and Caleb Ashton. After a tragedy changes their lives forever, parse…
Cyber Paradise – Dog-themed Game with a Queer Cast & Crossover with A Summer’s End Hong Kong 1986 and More
Heartfelt and Queer Narrative Weaved with Roguelite Mechanics DDmeow Games, a wife-wife game dev team, announces the release of the “Cyber Paradise Demo” on January 19th. This neon-drenched 2D action roguelite revolves around the digital revival of Mini the Dog. Players will engage in frenetic combats on a quest to uncover Mini’s memories, and in between battles, they have…
Billionaire Lovers Game Review – More Money, More Problems
At first blush, Ayacat Games’s Billionaire Lovers gives the impression of a simple otome game about a poor MC romancing a harem of affluent suitors. But, there is more to this game than meets the eye. Much like the infamous bait and switch that is Doki Doki Literature Club and more recently, Replay Boys, a…
Romance Visual Novels with Black Heroines
Happy Monday and Happy New Year! Let’s kick off 2024 with some melanin friendly games! As a Black woman and a gamer, I love seeing characters that look like me in the games I play. But, a lot of the time, finding representation in games can be a daunting task. The indie scene has helped…
2023 Switch Otome Retrospective
This year has been really good to the otome games fandom in the West! In 2023 there were 16 otome game localizations released on the Nintendo Switch! Since I started this site back in 2015 the English language otome fandom has only grown, now there is so much variety in the types of games being…
Outta Pocket Valley – Divorcing Alex and marrying my TRUE love Shane in Stardew
Every Saturday over on my Twitch channel I play Stardew Valley—and let’s just say things get a bit chaotic. Because of that, my chat has taken to calling it Outta Pocket Valley. During last week’s stream, I finally kicked Alex to the curb to be with my first love, Shane. In case you missed the…
Seducing Hot 3D Otome Boys on My Phone – Love and Deepspace Closed Beta Test Playthrough
In early November the team announced the game was officially open for pre-order. Thanks to the awesome folks at Paper Games I was able to participate in the closed beta for their upcoming sci-fi 3D mobile otome game, Love and Deepspace! The closed beta testing ran from December 15-21, 2023. The official release of Love…
Shanghai Summer Demo Review – An Intriguing Mystery Adventure Visual Novel
A Summer’s Tale About “Regret” and “Redemption” Shanghai Summer is an adventure game developed by FUTU Studio and published by Astrolabe Games. Set in the millennium, our protagonist, Baichuan, goes through a series of “anomalies” over the length of twelve days. In his pursuit of the truth, he found that his hopes and regrets from…
Wholesome Snack: The Game Awards Edition Live Reaction
On December 6th Wholesome Games team hosted a fun-size version of their Wholesome Direct, Wholesome Snack: The Game Awards Edition 2023. The showcase featured premiers, demos, and game announcements for a whole host of cozy games! As one of the official co-streamers for the event I reacted live to all the announcements over on my Twitch channel. In case…
Replay Boys Game Review – What the heck is up with this band?!
Groundhog Day meets Doki Doki Literature Club in the Replay Boys, a visual novel from indie studio, Split Narrative where you have to wrangle the members of an up and coming boy band. I went in expecting to navigate boy band blow outs over music and crazed fangirls vying for the attention of the boys,…
Loca Games to Release their Fantasy Indie Otome, Yukar of the Abyss on Nintendo Switch December 7th
An Otome romance game where you pursue love with Japanese animal gods. Exciting news from the indie games space, Loca Games announced a month ago that their fantasy otome, Yukar of the Abyss would be coming to the Nintendo Switch. Early this morning the team announced that Yukar of the Abyss will be making it’s…
Nochi Studios Launches Kickstarter for Sifting Thyme
Indie studio Nochi Studios launched a Kickstarter campaign to help raise funds for a planned PC update for Sifting Thyme. Originally released in 2020 for mobile, Sifting Thyme was the studio’s first release–check out the full review for more details. Take on the role of the newest transfer student at Lincoln Culinary Academy, a private…
LGBT+ romance visual novel Twofold out now!
Twofold is a romance visual novel that focuses on relationships and family. It’s been in development since 2012 by Salty Salty Studios with the help of Studio Coattails and Studio Élan, being published through Studio Élan’s publishing wing Bellhouse. Studio Élan is most known for its previous yuri and women-focused romance titles such as Please Be Happy, Heart…
My GF’s Love Language is Burying Me Alive – Stop Burying Me Alive, Beautiful Playthrough
Spooky season is still in full swing, so I’ve been playing some creepy games over on Twitch and boy did I find a good one. From brain eating parasites that wanna wife you up and now your beautiful girlfriend is burying you alive… it’s been an interesting time all around. Stop Burying Me Alive, Beautiful…
Getting Seduced by a Brain Eating Parasite – Parasite in Love Playthrough
It’s spooky season, so here is my playthrough of Night Asobu’s psychological horror/romance visual novel, Parasite in Love! The game was developed for Spooktober VN Jam 2022 and follows the “romance” between you and a brain eating parasite that has infected your brain. Will you be able to convince the parasite to leave your body…
Chronotopia: Second Skin is a fresh take on a little known dark fairytale
At long last, Brittany based indie studio, Träumendes Mädchen released their fairytale inspired visual novel, Chronotopia: Second Skin. The project was crowdfunded on Kickstarter in 2016, but due to various circumstances spent years in development limbo. But, the developer has been working on the game and now it is finally available to play. Chronotopia: Second…
I’m Tryin to Smash the Grim Reaper – A Date with Death Demo Playthrough
Indie studio Two and a Half Studios is making their own chat sim, A Date With Death! Flirt like your life depends on it…literally. A Date with Death is a supernatural romance chat simulator visual novel about the week long bet you enter against the Grim Reaper to attempt to keep your soul. Create your…
GB Patch Launches Kickstarter for Our Life: Now & Forever
Grow from childhood to adulthood with your two neighbors and experience a one of a kind life in this customizable, choice-heavy story🍂 At long last indie studio, GB Patch launched the Kickstarter campaign for the much anticipated second installment to the nostalgic, Our Life series—Our Life Now and Forever. Grow from childhood to adulthood with…
Kickstarter launched for Dark Fantasy Amare Visual Novel, Keepers of Astraela
Indie game developer, GSE Studios just launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming dark fantasy amare visual novel, Keepers of Astraela. The team debuted with the game Heart & Soul, a Greek mythology otome visual novel that follows the myth of Psyche and Eros. Their latest project Keepers of Astraela is inspired by the book…
Romancing a Harem of Horny Yandere Boys – Heart Cage Demo Playthrough
Hong Kong based indie developer, Ricelovecoffee launched the Kickstarter for their upcoming yandere otome mystery game, Heart Cage on September 15th. So I had to check out the demo for the game and y’all it was a wild ride! A few weeks ago, I played through the demo over on my Twitch channel and I was not ready…
Elan Festival 2023 Brings Some Exciting Yuri Announcements
This past Sunday, yuri game development team, Studio Élan announced some exciting upcoming Sapphic visual novels during Élan Festival 2023 hosted by their adorable mascot, Melanie (voiced by Madeline Dorroh)! This is an annual showcase current and upcoming projects from Élan and their publishing wing Bellhouse and trust there is a lot to talk about!…
MAMIYA: DoomsDay Dreams to be released on Steam November 21
Publisher Fruitbat Factory announced last week that they will be releasing Kenkou Land’s dark mystery visual novel, MAMIYA: DoomsDay Dreams on Steam on November 21, 2023! This will serve as the final chapter of 2021’s MAMIYA – A Shared Illusion of the World’s End, bringing the dramatic tale to a close. MAMIYA follows a group of…
Cozy and Chaotic Witchy Game, Witchy Life Story is coming to console in October
Indie developer Sundew Studios announced earlier this week that their cozy witchy life sim is coming to Nintendo Switch and XBOX on October 19th! First released on PC in 2022, this hilarious, cozy game will now be available for gamers on console! Don’t get kicked out of training in this witchy narrative sim! Grow ingredients…
Outta Pocket Valley – Accidentally cheating on Alex with Shane in Stardew
Every Saturday over on my Twitch channel I play Stardew Valley—and let’s just say things get a bit chaotic. Because of that, my chat has taken to calling it Outta Pocket Valley. During last week’s stream, I may have accidentally cheated on my husband, Alex with my first love, Shane. In case you missed the…
Kickstarter launched for Yandere Indie Otome, Heart Cage
Hong Kong based indie developer, Ricelovecoffee just launched the Kickstarter for their upcoming yandere otome mystery game, Heart Cage. The team originally released a fully voiced demo for Heart Cage as part of Otome Jam 2023. Yandere x Otome x Mystery A mystery Otome game with all yandere love interest, play as a detective and…
Harlevin Relaunches Kickstarter for 18+ Amare Visual Novel, Celestial Crowns
Update 9/12: Indie studio, Harlevin has relaunched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming 18+ amare visual novel, Celestial Crowns. The team launched their first crowd funding campaign in May 2023, however, they failed to make their initial campaign goal. They have relaunched with a new goal of $10,000 USD which they hope to meet by the campaign end date,…
Hard to Make a Romantic Cartoon (순정만화가 너무 어려워) BL Game Review
Steam is a treasure trove of hidden gems, but their search feature is absolute trash, so finding anything new can be impossible on the platform. While browsing the Steam Visual Novel Fest listings I discovered the Korean boys love game, Hard to Make a Romantic Cartoon! (순정만화가 너무 어려워) and this game is everything! College…
Dual Chroma Demo Review
Indie studio, Galen Games recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming fantasy otome/RPG Dual Chroma and with it a demo! So of course I had to check it out! Journey alongside the Second Prince of the Galens Empire to unlock ancient secrets in this romantic fantasy adventure with a dark twist. Also fight alongside…
Melanin Friendly Games – Karamu
Happy Monday! What better way to kick off the week than with a melanin friendly game! While (slowly) making my way through all of this year’s Otome Jam submissions I stumbled across Chattercap’s yandere ex-boyfriend themed romance horror, Karamu and let’s just say I was not prepared for this ride! This is a yandere romance…
Indie Spotlight: Speakeasy
Indie Studio, Open Late Games recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming 18+ romance visual novel, Speakeasy. This steamy 1920’s romp takes players on a whirlwind of forbidden, decadent romances in the depths of an exclusive jazz club. Game Details Story Will you fall in love? Rule the city? Or damn it all and…
Salty Hounds is now available for Early Access on Steam
After the long wait, Korean studio Topping Palatte has announced that their upcoming RPG-otome game, Salty Hounds is now available through early access on Steam. After an unsuccessful campaign in 2021, the team successfully crowdfunded Salty Hounds during their 2022 relaunch of the campaign. While the game is still a work in progress, this early…
Nochi Studios Newest Title ‘Sweetcore Brews’ Comes with AR Gameplay
Female founded and run indie studio Nochi Studios is working on their latest project, Sweetcore Brews! This is the team’s fourth game, coming on the heels of their exploration adventure romance, Untold Atlas. Sweetcore Brews is an otome about a tea-brewing witch called “Milly”, whose dream is to open her own magical tea shop in…
Wholesome Direct 2023 Games I’m Most Excited to Play
It’s been a week since the Wholesome Direct 2023 showcase blessed us with almost 80 cozy indie games! Like last year I participated as one of the showcases content creator partners, co-streaming the event on my Twitch channel, BlerdyOtome. There were so many amazing games shown during the presentation, but there were a few special…
Indie Spotlight: The Frozen Kingdom
Indie studio, Man Eater Games recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming 18+ BL visual novel, The Frozen Kingdom. This will be a commercial release ($9.99USD). Join the barbarian Einar in his quest for revenge! The Frozen Kingdom is inspired by the sword & sorcery fantasy films of the 80s such as Fire and Ice, Deathstalker, and of course, Conan. The…
The First Chapter of Eldritch Noir Visual Novel, Call Me Under is Now Available on Steam
I’m excited to report that indie studio Lunaris Games has finally given us an update on their queer, noir visual novel, Call Me Under. The team has been quiet about the project since it was successfully crowdfunded on Kickstarter back in 2020, but they’ve just announced that the first full chapter of Call Me Under…
Indie Spotlight: Celestial Crowns
Indie studio, Harlevin recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming 18+ romance visual novel, Celestial Crowns. This will be a commercial release ($24.99 USD) Customize your Monarch and romance 3 love interests in this fantasy tale about powerful kingdoms and ancient magic. How will you rule? Game Details Story On the Continent, Royals are thought to…
Indie Spotlight: Red Rebellion
Indie dev, Aikasa Collective recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming girls love visual novel, Red Rebellion. Red Rebellion is a historical fantasy romance set in late medieval England in the 1450s. In this fairy tale mashup Robin Hood teams up with Red Riding Hood to save their town fueling the sparks of rebellion. Game Details Story FROM…
A Kiss From Death Indie Game Review
A Kiss From Death is a mystery fantasy indie visual novel developed by Gongon Studio, the team behind the horror otome, Eye Can See You. On the day of her father’s funeral, Lucinda meets and befriends a strange child and though their encounter is short, they leave a big impression. Years later she meets her…
Doki Doki Dollmaker Boys Love Game Review
Doki Doki Dollmaker is a fantasy boys love visual novel developed by Karitsa. After the death of his parents, Lyle is forced to start over with his older brother in a new town. To help him cope with the changes in his life, Lyle makes five dolls. But, he gets more than he bargained for…
Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly Opens Its Door on April 20th
The sequel to the 2020 heart-to-heart barista talking simulation game by Toge Productions, Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly serves up caffeinated comfort on April 20, 2023, on Steam, GOG.COM, Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 4|5. Open the coffee shop doors — and customers’ hearts — in a present-day alternate…
Untold Atlas Indie Game Review
Untold Atlas is an expedition adventure themed romance game developed by indie team, Nochi Studios. This is the team’s third title to date and features a brand new story and character to fall in love with! Join Riya Cross on an expedition with their crew to explore a mysterious island that resurfaced from the depths…
Indie Spotlight – Sigh of the Abyss
Indie dev, Rascal Devworks recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming amare visual novel, Sigh of the Abyss. It’s a dark fantasy visual novel set in the Mediterranean, a romantic tale written in shadows and blood, with a heavy focus on roleplay, choices and relationships. The team launched the campaign to fund additional voice…
Touchstarved (Early Access) Demo Review
TOUCHSTARVED is a gothic horror romance visual novel and debut game from Red Spring Studio: a small indie team made up of veteran game developers from Riot Games, Nix Hydra, Bungie, and more. The game will be crowdfunded via Kickstarter on March 21, 2023 for release on PC and Mac. Game Details Story In TOUCHSTARVED, you…
Belle Automata: Chronicle I – Indie Otome Review
Belle Automata is a sci-fi fantasy romance visual novel developed by Jellyfish Parade. Inspired by lore from the likes of Cupid and Psyche, The Wizard of Oz, Pinocchio and other beloved tales, Belle Automata is the journey of an android reinventing herself. Join Aureve and the others as they forge their own paths dealing with…
Indie Spotlight – My Alien Roommate
Indie dev, Wholesome Wraith (Purple Herring Games) recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming otome/boys love visual novel, My Alien Roommate! In addition to the Kickstarter campaign, the team released a new extended demo with even more content. My Alien Roommate is a story-driven romance visual novel about having an alien roommate who you try to keep secret…
Indie Spotlight – Everdate – Let’s Play: The Dating Game
Leeanne Krecic (aka Mongie) is creating a visual novel, Everdate based, on their super popular webcomic series, Let’s Play! To help bring the game to life, Mongie Studios alongside Always Imagine, just dropped the Kickstarter campaign for the game and they have already exceeded their funding goal, but there are so many goodies planned so they still…
SEASON: A Letter to the Future Game Review
SEASON: A Letter to the Future is a beautiful narrative adventure game developed by Scavenger Studio. Leave home for the first time to collect memories before a mysterious cataclysm washes everything away. Ride, record, meet people, and unravel the strange world around you. Immerse yourself in the world of Season, a third-person meditative exploration game.…
A Space for the Unbound Game Review
A Space for the Unbound is a slice-of-life adventure game developed by Mojiken Studio and published by Toge Productions. Enjoy beautiful pixel art as you explore a 90’s rural Indonesian town, uncover its secrets, use supernatural powers to dive into people’s hearts, and pet cats. Follow Atma and Raya on a journey of self-discovery at…
Aeterna: Rubra Plena Demo Review – First Impressions
Aeterna: Rubra Plena is a magicpunk indie otome game developed by newbie indie studio, Quantum Velvet. The game is set in the world of Thealia, in a magicpunk universe with Persian undertones. You play a beautiful young noblewoman dealing with her current and past experiences while finding love. For their first project, Aeterna: Rubra Plena…
Indie Spotlight – The Good People (Na Daoine Maithe)
Indie studio, Moirai Myths Inc., just dropped the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming fantasy romance visual novel, The Good People (Na Daoine Maithe). The Good People is a lore-rich, choice-driven LGBTQIA visual novel inspired by Irish mythology and Celtic folklore. Game Details The Story Enter the strange and storied world of Tír na nÓg, home…
Touchstarved: A new monstrous Visual Novel from Red Spring Studio
TOUCHSTARVED is a gothic horror romance visual novel and debut game from Red Spring Studio: a small indie team made up of veteran game developers from Riot Games, Nix Hydra, Bungie, and more. The game will be crowdfunded via Kickstarter in Spring 2023 for release on PC and Mac. ✦✦✦✦✦ You were born cursed, with…
Love Shore (Early Access) Demo Review – First Impressions
Set in the cyberpunk city of Love Shore, Sam and Farah attempt to navigate the monstrous underworld in hopes of uncovering the means of saving their friends. Love Shore is a visual novel cyberpunk noir featuring an entirely LGBT+ cast. With 8 unique romanceable characters and routes, multiple endings and packed with action and thrills.…
Indie Spotlight – Guilded Hearts
Indie studio, Gallium Games, a subsidiary of Argent Games just dropped the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming slice-of-life boys love game, Guilded Hearts. I’ve found love on a Discord server, in fantasy worlds, and now in Guilded Hearts you can find romance through an MMO game! Game Details Guilded Hearts Story All things considered, Julian (customizable) lives…
Indie Spotlight – Salvus: Aries
Indie dev, Rosemilk Studio recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming indie otome game, Salvus: Aries. Salvus Aries is a mature slice of death and adventure fantasy otome visual novel that begins at the bad ending. It definitely gives me the same vibes as Even if Tempest, more of a dark fantasy story through a more mature…
Indie Spotlight – Untold Atlas
Indie dev, Nochi Studios recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming mobile romance game, Untold Atlas! This expedition adventure themed game will be the team’s third title to date and features a brand new story and character to fall in love with! Join Riya Cross on an expedition with their crew to explore a…
Indie Spotlight – Dreambound
Indie dev, Two and a Half Studios recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming mystery boys love visual novel, Dreambound! I played the demo for this game a few months back and I am in love with this concept. Dreambound, is a compelling character driven story told through the lens of both the past…
Two New Announcements from First Bite Games
Hey Blerdy Tribe! Indie dev studio First Bite Games, the folks behind the tantalizingly addictive 18+ LGBTQ+ vampire VN, hosted a panel at Gayming LIVE! At the panel the team made TWO big announcements: First Bite DLC and a NEW Title!! So you think you’re above the law because you’re undead and have perfect hair?…
Indie Spotlight – Garden of Seif: Chronicles of an Assassin
Hey Blerdy Tribe, I’ve got another Indie Spotlight! This time around, indie dev, Foxdrift Studios launched a Kickstarter for their upcoming dark fantasy indie otome game, Garden of Seif! As always I’m late, and the campaign is in its final days, but they are super close to their goal and I think we can give…
Indie Spotlight – Birds of Paradise
Indie dev, Fiendish Fiction recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their Otome Jam 2022 boy band romance visual novel, Birds of Paradise! In the vein of Voltage Inc.’s Scandal in the Spotlight, dive into the “glamorous” world of boy bands! Take on the role of an up and coming manager after she is put in…
Indie Spotlight: Error 143
Indie dev, Jenny Vi Pham recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their Otome Jam 2022 chatroom romance visual novel, Error 143! Inspired by games like Blooming Panic, Our Life, and Memory Days (that takes me back), the game features a fun, witty story where you bicker your way to romance with a snarky (adorkable) hacker…
Ballads at Midnight Indie Otome Game Review
Ballads at Midnight is a dark fantasy romance visual novel developed by indie studio, Synstoria. Follow, Abigail, a sarcastic bard after she is exiled to the castle of a blood-thirsty vampire. Completely at his mercy you must decide whether Abigail will escape her handsome, yet dangerous warden or fall for his charms… Originally developed for…
Dreambound (Early Access) BL Demo Review
Fresh off the release of their fantasy BL visual novel, The Divine Speaker, indie developer Two and a Half Studios is back to bless boys love gamers with another new story! Today, the team dropped the demo for their upcoming game, Dreambound. Follow introverted artist Noah, who has long since given up on life. Soon…
Eye Can See You (Otome Jam 2022) Review
Eye Can See You is an indie otome horror game that follows a girl with psychic abilities that allows her to see spirits. As she enters a new school, she finds spirits residing in her school and makes it her goal to help them fulfill their deeds. But there is evil lurking in the shadows…
Indie Spotlight – Infinite Blue
Indie studio, Velvet Fox Games recently launched the Kickstarter campaign for their real-time instant messenger romance game, Infinite Blue! In the game, you as the player, along with six strangers, have a messenger app mysteriously downloaded onto your phones. In the course of 10 real-time days, you will have the opportunity to grow close to…
How to Sing to Open to Your Heart Remastered Review
The third game in Roseverte Games’ the Story of Eroolia series, How to Sing Open Your Heart (HTSTOYH) has been is now available in a definitive remastered edition. HTSTOYH is a cute fantasy visual novel that follows cat-eared princess, Myana as she attempts to bridge the gap between her people (the luccretia) and the citizens…
Infinite Blue Demo – First Impressions
Indie studio Velvet Fox Games just dropped the demo for their instant messenger otome game, Infinite Blue. In the game, you as the player, along with six strangers, have a messenger app mysteriously downloaded onto your phones. In the course of 10 real-time days, you will have the opportunity to grow close to these strangers,…
Validate: Struggling Singles in Your Area – First Impressions
ValiDate: Struggling Singles in Your Area is a romantic visual novel about 13 adults in Jercy City navigating new relationships and the harsh realities that come alongside them. I’ve talked about this game a few times; Veritable Joy’s dedication to including authentic BIPOC and LGBTQ+ representation in Validate definitely caught my attention. So, I am…
Indie Spotlight: The Silent Kingdom (Kickstarter Relaunch) — Blerdy Otome
UPDATE 4/5/22: Indie studio, Lucky Cat has relaunched the Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming dark fantasy otome JRPG, The Silent Kingdom. The team launched their first crowd funding campaign in January 2022, however, they failed to make their initial campaign goal. In The Silent kingdom, enjoy a story-driven, otome RPG where the player’s choices set the narrative. Follow the dark tale…
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