English Visual Novels

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For the past few months, I have been unable to update English Visual Novels due to real life. I am hoping to return to the blog in the future, but for the time being, English Visual Novels will be on indefinite hiatus.

Aksys Games: Holiday Sale

Aksys Games is holding a holiday sale where fans can buy select games in their online store for a discount.

Below is a list of visual novels currently on sale:

Nintendo 3DS:

Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward (General)

$29.99 -> $14.99

Zero Time Dilemma (General)

$39.99 -> $14.99

Playstation 3:

Hakuoki: Stories of the Shinsengumi - Limited Edition (Otome)

$59.99 -> $29.99

Playstation 4:

Code: Realize ~Bouquet of Rainbows~ (Otome)

$49.99 -> $19.99

Zero Escape: The Nonary Games (General)

$49.99 -> $19.99

Playstation Vita:

7′scarlet (Otome)

$39.99 -> $24.99

Bad Apple Wars (Otome)

$39.99 -> $19.99

Code: Realize ~Future Blessings~ (Otome)

$39.99 -> $19.99

Period Cube ~Shackles of Amadeus~ (Otome)

$39.99 -> $29.99

Psychedelica of the Black Butterfly (Otome)

$39.99 -> $24.99

Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk (Otome)

$39.99 -> $24.99

XBlaze: Lost Memories (General)

$39.99 -> $19.99

Zero Escape: The Nonary Games (General)

$39.99 -> $19.99

Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward (General)

MangaGamer: Black Friday Hardcopy Sale (11/22/2018 - 12/1/2018)

Note: This post contains links that may lead to NSFW content.

MangaGamer is currently holding a Black Friday sale on its online store until December 1st. The sale features discounts for retail copies of their games and physical merchandise.

A full list of visual novels and merchandise currently on sale is available via MangaGamer.

Mod Picks:

ef - a fairy tale of the two. - Deluxe Edition (Bishoujo; 18+)

$54.95 -> $41.21

Fashioning Little Miss Lonesome - First Print Edition (Otome; 18+)

$24.95 -> $18.71

House in Fata Morgana, The - First Print Edition (General)

$24.95 -> $18.71

House in Fata Morgana Official Physical Soundtrack, The (General)

$19.95 -> $14.96

Kara no Shojo - Regular Edition (Bishoujo; 18+)

$39.95 -> $29.95

Kara no Shojo - The Second Episode - Limited Edition (Bishoujo; 18+)

$44.95 -> $33.71

Kindred Spirits on the Roof - Limited Edition (Yuri; 18+)

$49.95 -> $37.46

Kindred Spirits on the Roof - Manga (Yuri)

$19.95 -> $14.96

NO, THANK YOU!!! - Limited Edition (Boys’ Love; 18+)

$49.95 -> $37.46

OZMAFIA!! Character Songs (Otome)

Vol. 1 CARAMIA

$19.95 -> $14.96

Vol. 2 AXEL

$19.95 -> $14.96

Vol. 4 KYRIE

$19.95 -> $14.96

OZMAFIA!! - Limited Edition (Otome)

$39.95 - $29.96

OZMAFIA!! Original Soundtrack vivace!! (Otome)

$39.95 -> $29.96

Umineko: When They Cry - Question Arc (Bishoujo)

$24.95 -> $18.71

Umineko: When They Cry - Answer Arc (Bishoujo)

Steam: Autumn Sale 2018 (11/21/2018 - 11/27/2018)

Steam’s annual autumn sale is now ongoing until November 27th.

A full list of games currently on sale is available via Steam.

Mod Picks:

ENIGMA: (General)

$14.99 -> $8.99

G-Senjou no Maou - The Devil on G-String (Bishoujo)

Voiceless Edition: $19.99 -> $9.99

Voiced Edition: $39.99 -> $19.99

The Letter (General)

$19.99 -> $11.99

NO, THANK YOU!! (Boys’ Love; 18+)

$39.99 -> $27.99

OZMAFIA!! (Otome)

$34.99 -> $17.49

Root Double -Before Crime * After Days- Xtend Edition (Bishoujo)

$34.99 -> $12.24

Sweetest Monster (Bishoujo; 18+)

The Story of Two Overbearing Sakuras and Their Lighthearted Love Triangle — Sakura Sakura Launches on Steam

Developer: Hiqosoft Publisher: Sol Press Release Date: November 19, 2018 Platform: Windows Age Rating: All-Ages & 18+ Price: $34.99

Note: This post contains links that lead to NSFW content.

Earlier this week, Sol Press released Sakura Sakura on Steam. A free demo for the game is available on Steam and the Sakura Sakura promotional website.

The Steam version of Sakura Sakura is all-ages, but Sol Press released a free patch which adds adult content to the game.

Relevant Links:

Where to Buy (Digital): Steam (18+ Patch)

Official Site (Demo available)

Features, via Sol Press:

Step into the shoes of two different protagonists each with their own love triangles.

A romantic visual novel featuring a Japanese voice cast.

Relive touching and hilarious CG scenes with the CG Gallery feature.

Listen to your favorite tunes from the game in the Music Gallery.

Synopsis:

The Dorm Guardian vs. The School Guardian

Tohru Inaba has always dreamed of living a co-ed life. That’s why, when he finally managed to transfer into the renowned Rintoku Academy, he immediately fell head over heels for two Sakuras!

Nanako Sakura’s classes are strict, but at home, she turns into an overbearing mother.

Sakura Kirishima may seem cold and unfriendly, but she is always ready to lend a helping hand as the class representative.

These two girls are outwardly indifferent to Tohru, but put the three of them together and sparks begin to fly.

In the sakura-colored season of spring, two fussy Sakuras have been caught in a light-hearted love triangle.

The Internet Friend vs. The Childhood Friend

"You know how romance games always give the main character that best friend who tells him about the girls? I want to be that guy."

Naoki Fuse, the self-proclaimed best friend, is always ready to tease Tohru about his situation with the two Sakuras.

But, unbeknownst to him, he is one side of yet another light-hearted love triangle.

Akira Nitta has been Naoki's friend since before they could read and write, and is now finally living under the same (dorm) roof as him.

Kurumi Tachibana used to be Naoki's MMO raiding partner, but they were separated before she ever got a chance to meet him in real life or tell him how she felt.

"I understand him better than anyone else."

Akira and Kurumi have Naoki stumped for the first time in his life. And so, Tohru finally gets a chance to see things from the other side.

The curtains rise on this desolate showdown for love.

Cast:

If You Love Me, Then Say So! Launches Worldwide on December 13th for PC

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Lighthearted, adult romance visual novel If You Love Me, Then Say So! launches worldwide on December 13th for Windows PC, MangaGamer announced.

If You Love Me, Then Say So! will cost $44.95 at launch, but fans can pre-order the game for 15% off via MangaGamer.

Relevant Links:

Where to Buy (Digital): MangaGamer

Official Site

Synopsis:

“I love you.”

Three simple words that are always hard to say. When do you confess? Where? How? Everyone faces this worry, trying to gauge the proper time, but once you're going steady, how do you keep it that way?

NO, THANK YOU!!! Launches on Steam

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Adult boys’ love visual novel NO, THANK YOU!!! is now on sale on Steam for $39.99. The game is currently on sale for 30% off until November 22nd. A free demo for the game is available for download through the NO, THANK YOU!!! official website.

The version of NO, THANK YOU!!! available on Steam is identical to the version currently available through the MangaGamer store. 

Developed by parade, NO, THANK YOU!!! was released in Japan on June 28, 2013. MangaGamer released NO, THANK YOU!!! in English through its store on February 27, 2015.

Relevant Links:

Where to Buy (Digital): MangaGamer, Steam

Official Site (Demo available)

Features, via MangaGamer:

A dramatic BL visual novel revolving around a man who lost his memory and a secret organization. 

Over 2000 Event CGs drawn by Shigeo Hamashima

Fully Uncensored details

Solid 30-40 hour gameplay time

Synopsis:

Flag-Destorying Adventure

The titular game mechanic of NTY!!! revolves around destroying "flags" by way of the No, Thank You!!! button. "Flags" are a basic component of many visual novels. They function as a sort of prerequisite or turning point for a story branch. In NTY!!! whenever one of these "flags" is triggered, the No, Thank You!!! Button will appear in the upper left-hand corner.

Essentially, the NTY!!! button is comparable to a two-option choice in function: you either click it and destroy the "flag" or ignore it and let it stand. The main difference is that you don't know what the options are exactly or what the question is (for that, you have to pay attention to the scene and figure out what you're being asked). The button will remain on-screen for several lines. You can click it as long as it is on screen, the precise timing has no effect. If you decide not to destroy the flag (and to not click the NTY!!! button), simply ignore it and continue reading. Sometimes not clicking it is the correct option.

Story

This long, yet fleeting, summer vacation begins with a car crash.

One day in June, as summer draws near, our protagonist protects a man from an out-of-control car, but gets hit and loses his memory in the process.

The man our protagonist saved feels responsible for him, having no identification on him or any obvious leads as to his identity, and gives him a job.

He brings him to a little bar on the outskirts of downtown called 'sótano'.

On the outside, it looks like a cozy little jazz bar, but it has another side to it.

They take on cases that the police and legitimate detective agencies won't touch.

Otusun Land Launches Kickstarter Campaign for Carrion Crow

Otusun Land has begun a crowdfunding campaign to fund the development and localization of their latest visual novel, Carrion Crow. Carrion Crow is a horror visual novel and follow-up title to Neighbor.

The base funding goal for the campaign is $10,000. Otusun Land lists the following stretch goals:

$15,000: Full voice acting

Currently, Otusun Land has only secured funding to voice only the protagonist. If the campaign reaches this stretch goal, then Otusun Land will include voice acting for every character in the game.

$20,000: Expanded Soundtrack

Otusun Land will expand the game's soundtrack with musical compositions from Tsukasa Masuko (Shin Megami Tensei series & The Caligula Effect), Hirofumi Murasaki (Sakura Wars series), Gou Satou (Raiden series), and Akari Kaida (Breath of Fire & Resident Evil).

The Kickstarter campaign for Carrion Crow ends on December 14th. The game will launch in Summer 2019.

Relevant Links:

Kickstarter Campaign

Official Site (Japanese)

Synopsis:

Chief Editor Saitou of Light Publishing suddenly passes away in an unexpected, unlikely suicide. Yuuki Shouko attends his funeral.

On the way home, Shouko recieves a call from a friend, probing into the suspicious circumstances of Saitou's death. Despite trying to dismiss the questions - not her problem - Shouko is soon pulled into the heart of a string of mysterious fatalities.

In each incident, the victims have stabbed themselves to death, wounds littering their bodies from head to toe.

Shouko is forced to investigate the dark truth behind these deaths, with the help of her boyfriend Watabe Kouichi. Soon, a troubling connection between the victims begins to come to light.

They, like Kouichi, were all former member's of Light Publishing's third editing board. This leads Shouko to one terrifying conclusion: her boyfriend is next...

Cast:

Psychedelica of the Black Butterfly Launches on Steam

Intragames released the PC port of Psychedelica of the Black Butterfly on Steam for $29.99. To celebrate its launch, the game is currently on sale for 10% off until until November 22nd.

The PC port includes text language options for English, Korean, and Traditional Chinese. In addition, the port includes the original Japanese audio, optimized keyboard and mouse controls, and high-resolution graphics.

Otomate originally released Psychedelica of the Black Butterfly in Japan on January 29, 2015 for the Playstation Vita. The English version of the game was originally released by Aksys Games for the Playstation Vita on April 27, 2018.

Relevant Link:

Where to Buy (Digital): Steam

Features, via Intragames:

Choose Your Destiny — Follow the black butterflies as your choices unlock numerous story paths, a mansion full of intriguing characters, and a multitude of surprising endings.

Fantastical Artwork — Bright, psychedelic colors contrast with dark, muted tones, creating a surreal and highly unique atmosphere.

Hunt the Black Butterflies — Defeat the black butterflies with the help of your trusty sidearm to unlock special story segments.

An Unforgettable Adventure — A hauntingly beautiful, suspense-filled love story from Otomate (Idea Factory), makers of the finest visual novel/romance simulations adventures.

Synopsis:

Awakening in a mysterious mansion, her first, frantic thoughts are: 'Where am I? And more importantly, WHO am I?'

She encounters several young men in the same predicament trapped and missing their memories. To survive they must hunt black butterflies and claim kaleidoscope shards from the horrific monsters surrounding them.

Will their path lead them to hope or despair?

Face the Consequences of a Tragedy — Last Stanza Launches on Steam

Developer: Innocence Publisher: Sekai Project Release Date: November 9, 2018 Platforms: Windows, Mac, & Linux Age Rating: All-Ages Price: $7.99

Last Stanza is now available on Steam. The game is currently on sale for 10% off until November 16th.

Players have the option to play the game in either English or Brazilian Portuguese.

Last Stanza is a dramatic, slice-of-life visual novel that revolves around the consequences of a tragic event. A free demo for the game is available on Steam.

Relevant Link:

Where to Buy (Digital): Steam (Demo available)

Features, via Innocence:

Linear route, visual novel

A short but impactful story written in almost 70,000 words

Story brought to life with 12 unique characters, beautiful backgrounds and a wonderful soundtrack.

Synopsis:

December, 2009. On a day in the last week of that month, I realized how slowly dripping tears had a shivering yet uneasy feeling. The coming of winter turned the air thin and cold. The clouds blocked out the sunlight that normally reached the ground making it seem as if the sun was absent.

Many days passed and life seemed to return to normal as if nothing had happened. To conceal my anger and confusion and slowly regain control of my thoughts, I opened my heart up to friends old and new to try at any cost to find a new place for myself.

Aksys Games Opens Pre-Orders for Code: Realize ~Wintertide Miracles~

Pre-orders for Code: Realize ~Wintertide Miracles~ are now open through online retailers. The game will receive a standard and limited edition release for the Playstation 4 and Vita.

The limited edition release will contain the following:

One physical copy of Code: Realize ~Wintertide Miracles~

Six 3” acrylic stands featuring chibi artwork of the characters

Eight 4 x 6 character cards

A collectible rigid box

Aksys Games has not confirmed an official release date for Code: Realize ~Wintertide Miracles~ at this time.

Relevant Links:

Where to Buy (Playstation 4):

Standard Edition: Amazon, Gamestop

Limited Edition: Amazon

Where to Buy (Playstation Vita):

Standard Edition: Amazon, Gamestop

Limited Edition: Amazon, Gamestop

Features, via Aksys Games (Edited):

Triangulate - Experience the magic and chaos of a two-on-one date. Play with dynamics (and hearts) by bringing multiple members of Lupin’s gang on a wide variety of romantic romps.

Every end has a beginning - Learn more about the dashing detective Herlock Sholmes and the mysterious Finis in the continuing sagas involving the newest men in the Code: Realize universe.

The (new) belle of the ball - Cantarella, the mysterious young lady Cardia met during one of her many adventures, gets her turn in the spotlight.

Synopsis (Edited):

DATE A LIVE: Rio Reincarnation Heads West in Summer 2019 for the Playstation 4 and PC

Idea Factory International announced they will release DATE A LIVE: Rio Reincarnation in North America and Europe for the Playstation 4 and PC in Summer 2019. The Playstation 4 release will be available in both digital and physical format.

The English release will include Japanese voice acting with English subtitles. Pre-orders for DATE A LIVE: Rio Reincarnation will open at a later date.

Compile Heart and Sting originally released DATE A LIVE: Rio Reincarnation in Japan on July 30, 2015 for the Playstation Vita. Compile Heart released a Playstation 4 port of the game on October 22, 2017.

Relevant Link:

Official Site

Features, via Idea Factory International:

Multiple Dates, Multiple Outcomes – With 11 characters to choose from and over 150 dating events, who you choose is up to you!​​

Find Your Route to Love – The choices you make with each girl can affect your overall destiny. Clear all of your date’s conditions to reveal the heroine’s true ending!​​

Motion Portrait Animation Comes To Life – All standing portraits that players interact with will breathe, blink, and react to your conversations! The heroines feel more realistic than ever!​​

There’s More Where That Came From – Two previous entries in the DATE A LIVE series that were only available on the PlayStation®3, Rinne Utopia and Arusu Install, will be included in Rio Reincarnation! Re-experience the ending of your date’s route in Rinne Utopia and Arusa Install, and experience new date endings and Event CGs in Rio Reincarnation!

Synopsis:

About DATE A LIVE

Based off of a popular light novel series from Fujimi Fantasia Bunko, which inspired three anime adaptations, DATE A LIVE, DATE A LIVE II, DATE A LIVE III, and the anime movie Gekijoban DATE A LIVE: Mayuri Judgement, the story of DATE A LIVE begins thirty years after a series of large disasters, known as Spacequakes, that were caused by the appearance of mysterious entities known as Spirits.​​

Shido Itsuka, an average high school student, encounters a Spirit who despairs of humanity. Shido is later told by his younger sister, Kotori, that he alone possesses the ability to seal the power of a Spirit.​​

In order to protect the world, and to save the Spirits, Shido is determined to do whatever he can. No matter the obstacle, he is ready to face the Spirits head-on!​

Story

A brand new character named Rio appears, who calls Shido “Papa” and is searching for the “most important thing.”

After having escaped nearly being trapped in a virtual reality, Shido is afflicted by a strange feeling.​

JAST Blue Releases Demo for Sweet Pool on Steam

Note: This post contains links that lead to NSFW content.

The demo for horror boys’ love game sweet pool is now available on Steam. The full game will be available worldwide for Windows PC on December 19th.

The demo contains only all-ages content. sweet pool will receive both an all-ages release on Steam and an 18+ release via the JAST USA store.

Pre-orders for the sweet pool physical limited edition and Premium Fan Collection are open via J-List.

Relevant Links:

Demo

Where to Buy (Retail):

Limited Edition: J-List

Premium Fan Collection (Physical game not included): J-List

Official Site

Synopsis:

After recovering from a serious illness, Sakiyama Youji hoped that things would finally get back to normal. But shortly upon returning to school, his world begins to change—and no one seems to notice. Bizarre symptoms plague his body, and vivid hallucinations of blood and flesh stalk his every waking moment. At the same time, two fellow students — the stoic Tetsuo and the notorious troublemaker Zenya — begin to take an intense and inexplicable interest in him.