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Award-Winning Visual Novel “and Roger” Tugs Heartstrings on Switch 2, iOS, Android June 17
The emotional visual novel "and Roger" will launch on Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android on June 17, 2026, with 20 new languages being added across all platforms including PC. Developed by TearyHand Studio and published by Kodansha, the game has received multiple awards since its 2025 release for its touching narrative about love and the human condition.
and Roger Switch 2 and Mobile Release Set for June 18 with Language Update
The visual novel 'and Roger' will be released for Nintendo Switch and mobile devices on June 18, 2026, with a simultaneous free update adding support for numerous languages including Portuguese, Spanish, and Ukrainian. The game features point-and-click exploration and slice-of-life storytelling with comic book-inspired visuals, and has already sold over 100,000 units on PC and Nintendo Switch.
and Roger Surpasses 100,000 Sales, Wins GDCA Audience Award
The slice-of-life visual novel and Roger has surpassed 100,000 sales worldwide and won the Audience Award at the Game Developers Choice Awards. Developed by TearyHand Studio and published by Kodansha Creators’ Lab, the game is available on Nintendo Switch and PC. The narrative features point-and-click exploration and puzzle-solving with comic book-inspired visuals.