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We have some otome news from Idea Factory Intl! The otome visual novel, Cupid Parasite, is coming to Steam® on September 22, 2026! Originally released on Nintendo Switch™, this romantic comedy will be Idea Factory International’s first otome release on Steam since 2018. The Steam version will include English language formats and will be available in North American and European…
Otome Lovers we have some exciting news from Idea Factory Intl! The publisher announced that they are releasing the rom-com otome, Cupid Parasite on Steam in 2026! Originally released on Nintendo Switch™, this romantic comedy will be Idea Factory International’s first otome release on Steam since 2018. Fans can wishlist…
Otome Fam we have an update from Idea Factory International, they announced today that they are releasing otome game, Homura The Crimson Warriors on March 31st, 2026 in North America (EU physical April 28th). The game will be available for preorder in North America and Europe at the IFI Online…
We’re kicking off the new year with Otomate x Ichicolumn’s fantasy otome, Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights. In the game you take on the role of Cecilia, the “cursed” third princess of the country of Temirana who has been plagued by misfortune since birth. Despite several near…
Otome news update from Idea Factory Intl! The publisher announced a new release window for the historical otome, Homura: The Crimson Warriors, for March 2026 (EU physical release April 2026)! The team has also updated the game’s website with new character profiles. In addition, there are new details regarding Physical…
Otome Fam we have news from Idea Factory International! After being delayed, the publisher reveal that the upcoming otome release, Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights will arrive physically and digitally in North America and digitally in Europe on January 13, 2026 for Nintendo Switch™. The game will…
Will the Crimson Warriors fend off the Ura Yagyu once and for all? We are excited to announce that the original PlayStation Vita Japanese release of the otome visual novel, Homura: The Crimson Warriors will be launching on Nintendo Switch™ physically and digitally in 2026!
Step into the action packed fantasy world of Battlefield Waltz, the latest Switch otome localization from Idea Factory International. Take on the role of the Lan, a young woman who becomes the latest wielder of the Cursed Sword, a legendary weapon of immense power. Enroll at combat academy Nirvana to…
We have an update from Idea Factory about the upcoming otome, Battlefield Waltz! We are getting special editions: Plus Edition (Physical) and the Digital Deluxe Edition. Each comes with extras for fans whether they choose to go for a physical or digital copy of Battlefield Waltz. The Plus Edition will…
Genso Manège is a fantasy otome developed by Mages Inc and published in English by PQube for the Nintendo Switch. Follow Emma as she fights to reawaken her magical powers in order to aid a unique cast of characters, all of whom are trapped inside a travelling amusement park. Having…
Idea Factory Intl announced today that they will be pushing back the release of Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights until 2026. The title was originally scheduled to release in the west this year (2025). There is no information on why the release has been pushed back, but…
Christmas is early for otome lovers! Idea Factory Intl just revealed that the upcoming otome release Battlefield Waltz will be out physically and digitally in North America and Europe for Nintendo Switch on April 8, 2025. About Battlefield Waltz A girl loses everything, all in one day. Her village, and…
9 R.I.P. is a supernatural, horror otome game developed by Otomate and published in English by Idea Factory International for the Nintendo Switch. In the vein of 7’scarlet and Bad Apple Wars, dive into a fantastical adventure that blends horror, mystery, and romance. Fate has offered you a hand. Will…
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…
Edit: Idea Factory Intl announced on 1/10/2025 that Temirana is being postponed until 2026. Otome Fam it’s Idea Factory Intl’s time to shine! During their IFI Summer Festival publisher Idea Factory International announced Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights (TsuiTsui) will be released in English on the Nintendo…
Otome Fam it’s Idea Factory Intl’s time to shine! During their IFI Summer Festival publisher Idea Factory International announced Battlefield Waltz (Senjou no Waltz) will be released in English on the Nintendo Switch in 2025. Originally released on the PS Vita in 2014 in Japan, the game was ported to…
Idea Factory International has finally given us a look at the contents of the Limited Edition for supernatural fantasy otome, 9 R.I.P. While we still don’t have an official release date for the game just yet, we do know that it will make its way to the West later on…
Take a trip back to Los York and catch up with the now reformed Parasite 5 as they settle into wedded bliss with former Cupid, Lynette in Cupid Parasite Sweet & Spicy Darling. Enjoy sweet intimate moments with your faves or ramp up the heat with deliciously spicy scenes. In…
Otome lovers rejoice! Our manifestation circles were busy! Idea Factory International announced that the supernatural otome visual novel, 9 R.I.P., will launch physically and digitally on Nintendo Switch™ on October 15, 2024. Fans will get swept away as Japanese urban legends, ghosts, demons, and spirits all come to life in this unique tale of horror and…
Satiate your sweet tooth and spice up your life when the otome visual novel Cupid Parasite: Sweet and Spicy Darling launches physically and digitally in North America and Europe for the Nintendo Switch™ on May, 28 2024! In celebration of the release date announcement, fans can check out an all-new…
Indulge in some sweet and spicy delicacies with the reveal of the Limited Edition bonus items and the Opening Movie Trailer for the otome visual novel Cupid Parasite: Sweet and Spicy Darling, launching physically and digitally in North America and Europe for the Nintendo Switch™ in 2024! Preorders for the…
Sympathy Kiss is a slice-of-life office romance otome game developed by Otomate and published in English by Idea Factory International. Move over Voltage Inc., Otomate is coming for your bag! Balance work and play with Akari and her coworkers at Estario in this mature office romance. Game Details
My Next Life As A Villainess All Roads Lead to Doom – Pirates of the Disturbance – or Hamefura Pirates (because that name is a mouthful) has finally made its way to the West! Based on the popular light novel, manga, and anime series, My Next Life as a Villainess: All…
Otome gamers, we finally have a release date for Sympathy Kiss, the office romance otome is set to hit the Nintendo Switch physically and digitally on February 27th, 2024! Idea Factory International also released details about the limited edition!! Preorders for the Standard and Limited Edition will be available at…
Otome gamers, we finally have the details on the My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! Pirates of the Disturbance Limited Edition! The otome based on the wildly popular light novel series is set to arrive in the West on November 28th! During the announcement at…
Rejoice otome gamers, publisher Idea Factory International has finally announced the release date for sea-faring otome title, My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! -Pirates of the Disturbance-. The much anticipated otome will make it’s way to the Nintendo Switch in English on November 28, 2023!…
Charade Maniacs is a mystery otome game developed by Idea Factory for the Nintendo Switch and published in English by Idea Factory International. Can you trust someone who might be a traitor? A mysterious figure abducts Hiyori Sena, transporting her to a strange world with nine other abductees and welcomes…
Exciting news for western otome fans! During Idea Factory International announced today during their 10th Anniversary celebration at Anime Expo 2023 that they’ll be releasing My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! – Pirates of the Disturbance. Based on the popular light novel, manga, and anime…
Exciting news for western otome fans! During Idea Factory International announced today during their 10th Anniversary celebration at Anime Expo 2023 that they’ll be releasing Sympathy Kiss. Sympathy Kiss will arrive physically and digitally in North America and Europe for the first time in the west in Early 2024 for…
The Western otome fandom is currently in the middle of an otome boom! Since February, we’ve seen at least one otome game release a month. Now otome lovers are finding their backlogs filled to the brim with a variety of new game… June has been especially tough, with otome localization…
