Which Otomate otome games can people enjoy in English?

By Jenni Lada // 5.2.185.11.18

There is a name people caught up in the otome game craze should know: Otomate. This is the branch of Idea Factory that devotes itself to making games for women. These tend to be visual novels with dating sim elements, though Library Cross is a mobile RPG and I Will Protect You was an Otomate Forte Metroidvania. Lots of Otomate games have been released in English for people to enjoy! Depending on the system you own, you could have at least one title to try.

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Hakuoki is big on alternate histories

By Jenni Lada // 3.29.183.26.18

The Hakuoki series has always been one that offered an opportunity to enjoy alternate histories. Adding supernatural creatures to retellings of historical events is going to do that. As is adding in romance elements, since the players falling for these warriors will want happy endings with the men they love. Hakuoki: Kyoto Winds and Edo Blossoms takes this concept to new heights. These new and expanded storylines offer even more alternate takes, some of which play with the course of fictional events.

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What should you know about Tokimeki Memorial?

By Jenni Lada // 3.12.184.16.18

When it comes to dating simulations, there is one name that often comes up. It is Tokimeki Memorial. This Konami series has offered everyone an opportunity to return to high school and possibly find someone to fall in love with along the way. Unfortunately, it has remained a Japan-exclusive series. Let’s go over what you should know about this dating sim pioneer.

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Let’s talk about Sega’s rhythm games

By Jenni Lada // 2.26.182.25.18

Plenty of companies make a name for themselves by specializing in certain genres. People may not realize that Sega is responsible for plenty of great rhythm games. It has been musical for years, with plenty of titles that are entirely original properties or giving people an opportunity to tap along with characters or musicians from other iconic series. Let’s look back at some of the many games that can be found either immediately worldwide or easily imported.

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English Vita otome games: a guide

By Jenni Lada // 2.12.185.11.18

In the years since Hakuoki: Demon of the Fleeting Blossom made its English debut in 2012, otome games have enjoyed a surge of popularity worldwide. The genre went from an unknown to one that received multiple releases on various platforms each year. Sony handhelds have long been a haven for such titles, with people who own a Vita enjoying the fruits of this bevy of releases.

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K-On! Houkago Live!! is a great “anime” game

By Jenni Lada // 2.8.182.4.18

What could lend itself better to a game than a series about a high school band? Not much, to be fair. K-On! Houkago Live!! is one of Sega’s many rhythm games and is based upon the manga and anime series of the same name. What makes it extra special is the commitment to the cause. While it is primarily about the music, giving people an opportunity to play through 19 songs, it does a fantastic job of maintaining K-On!’s ambiance.

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What should you know about Hatsune Miku?

By Jenni Lada // 2.5.182.4.18

Hatsune Miku has become an international icon. What began as a singing synthesizer turned into a character recognized around the world that stars in multiple forms of media. In the realm of games, people recognize her as a rhythm game star. But what else do people need to know about her? Let’s go over what you need to know about Miku!

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Neo Angelique increases the series’ range

By Jenni Lada // 1.25.181.22.18

Angelique is the oldest and most established of Ruby Party’s otome games. Since 1994, the series has been a staple. But, it might also intimidate some outsiders. After all, it is not just a dating sim. You are trying to shape a civilization in many installments. That is where Neo Angelique comes in. This first entry in this spin-off series is a little more friendly, in that it tosses out the simulation elements and brings in ones from a turn-based RPG instead. This is followed by a traditional otome visual novel that follows the same sort of format as so many others on the PlayStation Vita.

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What’s up with Ruby Party?

By Jenni Lada // 1.22.181.31.18

Otome games are only just starting to find their place worldwide, but these dating sims for women have been around for quite some time in Japan. If you start enjoying these titles, you will eventually find yourself hearing about Ruby Party. You may even hear laments about how no Ruby Party games have been localized yet! Who is this developer? Why should you care about its titles? Let’s learn a little more about this studio!

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