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Dual Chroma Demo Review

Published on August 15, 2023August 15, 2023 by BlerdyLeave a comment

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 the Prince against the forces of darkness. Make the best of your unique skill sets and vanquish enemies in a streamlined, turn-based RPG system integrated into the story.

Game Details

Genre: Fantasy | Romance | RPG
Available on itch.io and Steam
Campaign Period: August 15, 2023 to September 15, 2023
Tentative Release Date: Late 2025

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Touchstarved (Early Access) Demo Review

Published on March 13, 2023March 28, 2023 by Blerdy2 Comments

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

Fantasy | Romance | Horror
Demo: 1st chapter of the full game + 7 unlockable CGs
Rating: Mature (Dark themes)
Where to Play: PC (Window and Mac)

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The Crimson Flower that Divides Lunar Coupling First Impressions Review

Published on February 22, 2023March 1, 2023 by Blerdy5 Comments

The Crimson Flower that Divides: Lunar Coupling (Koezaru wa Akai Hana) was originally released in Japan as an 18+ otome, and later released as a slightly watered down version for the PS Vita a few years after that. The Crimson Flower that Divides: Lunar Coupling is a Switch port of those versions—and as is the trend with more mature otome localizations comes with the sexy scenes significantly toned down. Western otome fans want their smut too. But, that aside I figured I’d give the trial a try and see if Crimson Flower is worth picking up.

Game Details

Genre: Fantasy | Romance | Drama
Rating: ESRB M (17+)
Developer & Publisher: Operetta Due & Dramatic Create & Hunex
Where to Get the Game: Nintendo eShop | Steam

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Aeterna: Rubra Plena Demo Review – First Impressions

Published on January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 by BlerdyLeave a comment

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 is visually stunning!

Game Details

Romance | Fantasy | Drama
Price: TBA
Where to Play: itch.io

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Love Shore (Early Access) Demo Review – First Impressions

Published on November 7, 2022November 7, 2022 by BlerdyLeave a comment

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.

Game Details

LGBT+ | Cyberpunk | Sci-fi
Available on: Windows, Mac, & Linux | Steam
Tentative Release: Mid November 2022

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Snail Story: Love Edition Demo – First Impressions

Published on November 11, 2021April 23, 2022 by Blerdy4 Comments

Snail Story: Love Edition is an upcoming visual novel developed by Squish Potato that let’s players date human/snail hybrids (yes you read that right snail people). Follow our heroine, Ms. Escargot, a snail person living in Shelltown as she embarks on a journey of self-discovery as she learns what it truly means to be a snail, and maybe find love along the way.

Game Details

Fantasy | Supernatural | Dating-Sim
Demo Length: 30 minutes – 1 hour
Where to Play: itch.io | Steam
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Reanimation Scheme Demo Review – Summon Up Some Romance

Published on November 2, 2019April 23, 2022 by BlerdyLeave a comment

I’m super late with this review, but I wanted to make sure I gave Wind Chimes Games’s demo for their debut visual novel, Reanimation Scheme, my full and undivided attention. I wanted to have this out before the end of the Kickstarter campaign, and I just managed to make it with a few hours to spare.

Reanimation Scheme is a supernatural fantasy romance visual novel, that is rooted in magic, mysticism, and necromancy. Yes, you read that right, necromancy… most of the supernatural games I’ve played tend to shy away from death magic, preferring to focus on the big three of the supernatural world; Vampires, Werewolves, and Witches. But, I’ve had my fill of the same old fantasy stories, so Reanimation Scheme is a welcome change of pace. With it’s spunky heroine, inventive premise, and gorgeous visuals, Reanimation Scheme is definitely worth checking out! Keep Reading to see my thoughts on the demo, which covers three chapters of the game.

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