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Furry Adventure Visual Novel 'Celsius Strays' Announced With Time-Limited Demo on Steam
Indie developer COWCAT has announced Celsius Strays, a narrative-driven visual novel set in a futuristic wasteland, coming to PC via Steam. A time-limited demo is available now, offering an early look at the game's opening chapter and introducing its decision-making systems. The full game will feature over 200 character portraits and dozens of explorable locations.
Schrodinger's Call Impressions - A Haunting Experience Worth Answering
Schrodinger's Call is a narrative-driven visual novel where players control Mary, the last Confidant, who must help souls with unfinished business find peace using only a phone and a journal. The game features a striking gothic art style, atmospheric audio design, and a compelling mystery that deeply invested the reviewer during its three-hour first chapter. It is set to release on May 27, 2026, for Steam and Nintendo Switch.
Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville Is Out Now on PC!
Toge Productions and The Wild Gentlemen have released Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville on PC via Steam and GOG. This visual novel adventure puts players in the roles of Moses and Plato, a detective duo tasked with solving a murder aboard the luxurious Clawville Express while protecting an ambassador on a peace mission. The game features detective work, suspect interrogation, and exploration with limited action points.
Review: Volontes Is an Otome That Doesn’t Feel Very Romantic
Volontes is an otome visual novel that, despite its gorgeous character designs and intriguing premise funded by Kickstarter, feels disappointing. The game suffers from a low-budget presentation, short routes, and romance that often feels tacked on with little build-up. While the lore and multiple endings offer some depth, the overall experience is hampered by awkward localization and a simplistic UI, making it a less-than-stellar entry in the genre.
Etrange Overlord Review – Chaotic Fun With Flaws | Invision Game Community
Etrange Overlord offers a chaotic and humorous experience with a lighthearted story and unique gameplay mechanics, though it lacks depth and post-game content. Developed by the creators of the Disgaea series, the game features an overpowered protagonist in hell, musical numbers, and a party-based combat system. It is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Yo, Dragon-Girl Lovers, Visual Novel 'Welcome to Cafe Lumière!' Gets April 23 Release Date on PC in the West
Sekai Project has announced that the romantic comedy visual novel Welcome to Cafe Lumière! ~A Dragon Girl Concept Cafe~ will be released on PC via Steam and Denpasoft on April 23, 2026. Developed by Cuteuphoria, the game follows a dragon deity who opens a themed cafe with a human companion. The Denpasoft version will include an uncensored release with free 18+ DLC, while Steam will offer an all-ages version.
Making*Lovers: First Blush Brings SMEE’s Romantic Comedy Visual Novel West on PC
Making*Lovers: First Blush, a new romantic comedy visual novel from SMEE, is coming to PC in the West via publishers Kagura Games and NekoNyan. The game features a standalone story about fate and romance, with players making choices to follow different character routes. A release date has not yet been announced.
High Times Interview at PAX East 2026
Yang Yang Entertainment's Lead Designer Carlos Valdez discusses their visual novel High Times, which features a donut-making simulation and characters inspired by modern archetypes and ex-partners. The game is set to release on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch in Spring. Valdez also revealed their next project, Spirit Rancher, a farming sim where players farm spirits, and expressed interest in creating JRPGs in the vein of Persona.
Utawarerumono: Lost Frag - Story Archives Announced as Offline Version
Aquaplus announced that the Japanese mobile game Utawarerumono: Lost Frag will receive an offline version titled Utawarerumono: Lost Frag – Story Archives, which will contain the game's narrative. The developer is also considering adding full voice-acting and new story content to the offline version. The original mobile game will cease service later this month, and Aquaplus plans to shift focus to new original IPs and the previously announced Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered.
Cult horror game Doki Doki Literature Club pulled from Google Play Store for its "depiction of sensitive themes" and content that "violates" its TOS
Doki Doki Literature Club has been removed from the Google Play Store due to its depiction of sensitive themes and violation of terms of service. Developer Team Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge are working to reinstate the game on the platform and explore alternative Android distribution methods. The cult psychological horror visual novel remains available on iOS, Steam, Nintendo Switch, PC, and PlayStation.
These 18+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out This Week (13th-19th April)
This week sees the release of several new games for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, including the highly anticipated Pragmata, the roguelike sequel Hades 2, and the unique first-person shooter Mouse P.I. For Hire. Other notable titles include the narrative RPG Dosa Divas, the stealth platformer Ereban: Shadow Legacy, and the visual novel Decollate Decoration.
Arcadia Fallen 2 launch trailer – roleplay visual novel receives Nintendo Switch sequel
Galdra Studios has released Arcadia Fallen 2, a sequel to the award-winning roleplay visual novel, on Nintendo Switch. The game features a new story set at Seven Winds Academy, where players choose magical disciplines and make choices that shape their character and influence the narrative. The sequel is more than double the size of the first game and includes a full cast of voice actors and a character creator inspired by Scandinavian folklore.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for April 13 to 17
This week's "Next Week on Xbox" feature highlights numerous game releases for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between April 13 and April 17. Titles include Dosa Divas, Hades II, Replaced, Pragmata, and many more across various genres, with several also available on Game Pass.
Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation finds new directors
Sony's Metal Gear Solid film adaptation has new directors, Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, replacing Jordan Vogt-Roberts. The project, first announced by Hideo Kojima in 2006, aims to bring the iconic game characters to life. Separately, Google removed the visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from its Play Store for alleged violations of terms of service regarding sensitive themes.
After 9 years of acclaim for its depiction of sensitive themes, Google delists Doki Doki Literature Club for its…
Google has removed the visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from its Play Store, citing a violation of terms of service due to its depiction of sensitive themes. Lead developer Dan Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge are working to get the game reinstated and are exploring alternative distribution methods for Android devices. The game, celebrated for its handling of mental health topics, remains available on PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox.
Google removes Doki Doki Literature Club from Play Store
Google has removed the visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from its Play Store, citing violations of its terms of service regarding sensitive themes. Creator Dan Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge are working to get the game reinstated on the platform and exploring alternative Android distribution methods.
Google removes Doki Doki Literature Club! from the Play Store
Google has removed the psychological horror visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club! from the Play Store, citing violations of its Terms of Service regarding sensitive themes. Developers Dan Salvato and Serenity Forge are working to get the game reinstated and are exploring alternative Android distribution methods. The game remains available on Steam, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and iOS.
Arcadia Fallen II Returns To A World Of Magic, Choices And School Life Drama
Arcadia Fallen II, developed and published by Galdra Studios, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The narrative adventure sequel focuses on a mage student at Seven Winds Academy, where choices influence relationships, abilities, and the unfolding mystery. The game builds on the original's strengths, offering a player-driven story with no wrong choices.
Psychological Thriller Visual Novel 'TORAWASE: The Girl in the Mirror' Coming West to PC; This One Has a
The psychological thriller visual novel TORAWASE: The Girl in the Mirror is coming to PC via Steam, with an adult version planned for Johren. Developed by Dark One! and published by Shiravune, the game follows a young man who becomes trapped in dreams that alter his reality and body. It features a branching story with multiple endings and over two hours of content.
Nine-year-old cult visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club has been abruptly pulled from Android for its 'depiction…
Google has removed the cult visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from the Android Play Store, citing violations of its Terms of Service related to the depiction of self-harm. The game, developed by Dan Salvato and published by Serenity Forge, remains available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and iOS. The publisher is seeking to have the game reinstated and exploring alternative Android distribution methods.
