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What we've been playing - "I can't sit and do nothing other than melt into my sofa"
Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences and inspirations. Kelsey is inspired by Hollow Knight: Silksong for embroidery projects, Bertie is impressed by the deliberate time management system in The Blood of Dawnwalker on PC, Marie is enjoying the romance and life simulation aspects of Moonlight Peaks on Nintendo Switch, and Matt highlights the clever fourth-wall-breaking in Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo.
Moonlight Peaks romanceable characters – complete list and full details
Moonlight Peaks, now available on Nintendo Switch, features approximately two dozen romanceable NPCs, with all options available regardless of player gender or character appearance. Players can date multiple characters before marriage, with dating becoming available at 4 Heart status. The guide details various romanceable characters including humans, mermaids, seers, vampires, werewolves, and witches, along with their preferences and birthdays.
Evening Previews
After a four-hour hands-on preview of The Blood of Dawnwalker, the game shows promise for being a breakout hit in 2026. The preview highlighted elements of combat, romance, and intrigue within the game.
How to go on dates in Moonlight Peaks and start your road to romance
This guide explains how to initiate and maintain romantic relationships in the game Moonlight Peaks. Players can ask townies on dates after reaching a four-heart friendship level, with successful dates leading to a 'dating' relationship status. The game allows players to date multiple characters simultaneously, and dates involve playing minigames with potential rewards.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Let Me Be a Vampire, Detective, and Witch Lover in the Space of 4 Hours
Hands-on gameplay with The Blood of Dawnwalker reveals its open-world setting where players can engage in vampire activities, detective work, and romance options with a witch. The preview highlights the game's ability to offer diverse gameplay experiences within a short timeframe.
Love Finds A Second Chance – In Fair Spirits
In Fair Spirits, a visual novel developed by ebi-hime and published by Ratalaika Games, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game tells an emotional, character-driven story spanning centuries, blending romance, reincarnation, and personal healing for £8.79.
A Starlit Darkness Manga Approaches Relationships Very Differently From Cherry Magic
The manga A Starlit Darkness, by Yuu Toyota, explores a darker and more thrilling relationship dynamic compared to their previous successful work, Cherry Magic. The story follows a struggling writer named Subaru Karasuma who is drawn into a complex relationship with a successful author, Geppo Yagira, in Taisho era Japan. The article discusses how the manga delves into themes of envy, depression, and the contrasting approaches to success between the two main characters.
I’m No Angel Feels Like a Typical Ai Yazawa Manga
Viz Media has released "I'm No Angel," a shojo manga by Ai Yazawa, which features many of her signature hallmarks. The story follows Midori as she navigates high school, a crush on Akira, and complex relationship dynamics, presenting a realistic and multifaceted heroine. The first volume is available now, with the second set for release on September 1, 2026.
5 Rekomendasi Film Akhir Pekan, Backrooms hingga Disclosure Day
This weekend's cinema releases include "Backrooms," a horror film about a man trapped in an endless series of rooms, and "Disclosure Day," a sci-fi thriller involving alien revelations. Indonesian films "Garuda di Dadaku" (animation) and "Warkop DKI: Viralin Dong!" (comedy) are also showing, alongside the Bollywood romance drama "Main Vaapas Aunga."
Kru dan Bintang My Royal Nemesis Bersiap Liburan Bareng
The cast and crew of the SBS drama My Royal Nemesis are planning a trip to Phu Quoc, Vietnam in early July 2026 to celebrate the show's success. While initial reports suggested it was a reward for record-breaking ratings, SBS clarified it is a planned outing for cast and crew, with exact dates and destinations still being coordinated. The romantic comedy has achieved high viewership ratings and remains a top-ranked drama in online discussions.
Check out all the Frosty Games Fest 2026 reveals and premieres
Frosty Games Fest 2026 showcased a variety of upcoming and recently released games from Australia and New Zealand. The event featured premieres, announcements, and updates on locally developed titles, including "A Pocket Full of Slagford," "Cloudlings," "Cooking For MA!," and "Echo Zero."
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (June 5-7)
This week's streaming releases from June 5-7 include new movies and returning series across major platforms like Netflix, HBO Max, and Apple TV Plus. Highlights include the new Apple TV Plus series Cape Fear, the return of The Legend of Vox Machina on Prime Video, and Pixar's Hoppers on Disney Plus.
Otome visual novel Hakuoki Memoirs: Drifting Clouds comes to Nintendo Switch in early 2027
eastasiasoft will release the first official English localization of the otome visual novel Hakuoki Memoirs: Drifting Clouds for Nintendo Switch in early 2027, featuring English text and Japanese voiceovers. Physical editions, including a limited run of 2000 collector's sets, will be available for pre-order via Playasia starting June 4th. This release includes side stories set between the original chapters of Hakuoki: Chronicles of Wind and Blossom.
Our Baldur's Gate 3 quiz gauntlet is complete—now try a bonus round on romance, literature, and classes
This article compiles multiple quizzes for Baldur's Gate 3, covering topics such as gnomes, in-game books, class popularity, and romance options. It aims to engage players with trivia related to the acclaimed RPG.
Coffee Talk Tokyo Review: Romanticism In The Connections We Honour
Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly is a romantic game that focuses on the connections forged between diverse characters over handcrafted drinks, rather than romance itself. The game is praised for its beautiful art, comforting music, and rewarding drink-making mechanics, offering a sense of escapism and highlighting human connection in a busy modern world. It is available on Steam and features significant replayability.
Love, Friendship & Supernatural Chaos Adventure Love is a Demon Lands On Steam July 17th, 2026
Fantastic Humans announced that their narrative adventure game, Love is a Demon, will launch on Steam on July 17th, 2026, with a demo available during Steam Next Fest in June. The game features romance, friendship, and supernatural chaos, with player choices influencing multiple endings. The title is primarily developed by Aleksandra Jarosz.
Isshiki-san Wants to Know About Love anime reveals 2027 premiere in new teaser
The upcoming anime Isshiki-san Wants to Know About Love has revealed a January 2027 premiere window and a new teaser video. Directed by Kazuya Komai and produced by Sakura Create, the anime is based on Ayune Araragi's manga about a police inspector who develops feelings for her coworker. The main characters Rinna Milford and Meishi Rokutanda will be voiced by Riko Akechi and Shuuichirou Umeda, respectively.
Perubahan Off Campus hingga Beda Signifikan dari Versi Novel
The new series 'Off Campus,' adapted from Elle Kennedy's popular novel The Deal, has garnered significant attention for its first season. While the series makes several notable changes from the original novel, such as character professions and plot points, it has been well-received by fans due to strong chemistry among the cast.
How sexy will James Bond game 007: First Light be? Hitman studio IO Interactive says the clues are already out there
IO Interactive's upcoming James Bond game, 007: First Light, is set to explore the character's 'sexiness' and potential romance subplots, according to narrative director Martin Emborg. While not explicitly confirming sex scenes, Emborg suggests trailers offer clues about the game's mature themes. The game, starring Patrick Gibson as James Bond, will be released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X on May 27th.
Sinopsis Off Campus, Kisah Cinta Berawal dari Pacaran Palsu
The new series Off Campus, adapted from Elle Kennedy's novel The Deal, follows a fake romance between scholarship student Hannah Wells and hockey captain Garrett Graham. Their arrangement, designed to help Garrett maintain his GPA and Hannah attract her crush, evolves into genuine feelings after an unexpected kiss. The series, featuring a cast including Ella Bright and Belmont Cameli, premiered on Prime Video with eight episodes.
