The ancestor to the modern Dating Sim (the first game to even be labeled as one), this little idol game with a surprising amount of big names behind it may not have the most complex story that'd likely be considered played out today or gameplay for something that uses the same style as the Adventure games that came before it (although in certain aspects like the Cafe Date, Piano, and Roof, it loves to use the same amount of obtuseness...) but it makes up for it with the little nuances in how you have to go about conversations and dates with the Nakayama Miho/Miporin. I like it, even if it's a little trial and error. Thankfully losing a date puts you right back at the start of that conversation. It's just the final one you gotta watch out for which is not so forgiving.

As the founder of the Dating Simulator, it's a neat piece of history. As a game itself, it's a solid concept with a few frustrating elements. If you're just curious for the history, don't be afraid to use a guide if you get stuck!

Thanks for contributing to the invention of an entire genre, Miporin!

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2022


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