Belle Automata is a sci-fi fantasy romance visual novel developed by Jellyfish Parade. Inspired by lore from the likes of Cupid and Psyche, The Wizard of Oz, Pinocchio and other beloved tales, Belle Automata is… More
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Indie Spotlight: Belle Automata
Hey Blerdy Tribe!! There’s a brand new Kickstarter campaign for the Jellyfish Parade’s latest title, Belle Automata that needs our support! Belle Automata is an upcoming sci-fi fantasy visual novel developed by Jellyfish…
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Belle Automata Game Review [Indie Spotlight]
Released: March Developer: Jellyfish Parade Genre: Sci-Fi, Otome, Amare, Romance Platform: Mac/PC/Linux TW: The full version of this game contains brief flashing and blinking background effects. If you have a sensitivity to these…
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Belle Automata Game Review [Indie Spotlight]
Released: March Developer: Jellyfish Parade Genre: Sci-Fi, Otome, Amare, Romance Platform: Mac/PC/Linux TW: The full version of this game contains brief flashing and blinking background effects. If you have a sensitivity to these…
Celestia Indie Otome Review
Celestia is a regency style sci-fi fantasy indie otome game developed by (my fave) indie dev, Jellyfish Parade for the two-month game jam, Otome Jam 2021. Follow Iluna, a…
War of Roses Indie Otome Review
War of Roses is a short slice-of-life indie otome/dress up game developed by one of my absolute fave indie developers, Jellyfish Parade. Take on the role of Rose as…
Ballads at Midnight Indie Otome Game Review
Ballads at Midnight is a dark fantasy romance visual novel developed by indie studio, Synstoria. Follow, Abigail after she is exiled to the castle of a blood-thirsty vampire.
Heroine for Hire Indie Otome Review – Fai’s Route
Heroine for Hire is a fantasy romance indie otome game developed by Jellyfish Parade. The game follows Lyre Harmoniel, a young woman who can’t seem to hold down a steady…
Review: BELLE
As a child, I spent most of my waking hours surrounded by technology. One of my earliest memories is of lazing about on the floor, Nintendo DS in…
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Belle Film Review
My review of Belle is now up over on Anime News Network.
Growing Harem Chronicle – Undefeated Bahamut Chronicle Spoiler Review
So, Fantasy Mecha is a thing. It’s certainly less popular than SF or Cyberpunk Mecha, but it is at least an established mash-up. Battle School also has its…
Growing Harem Chronicle – Undefeated Bahamut Chronicle Spoiler Review
So, Fantasy Mecha is a thing. It’s certainly less popular than SF or Cyberpunk Mecha, but it is at least an established mash-up. Battle School also has its…
Kickstarter launched for Yandere Indie Otome, Heart Cage
Hong Kong based indie developer, Ricelovecoffee just launched the Kickstarter for their upcoming yandere otome mystery game, Heart Cage. The team originally released a fully voiced demo for…
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Mamoru Hosoda's latest movie Belle hits cinemas across the UK and Ireland from Friday 4th February 2022. Thanks to the good folks at anime c...
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Indie Spotlight: The Silent Kingdom (Kickstarter Relaunch) — Blerdy Otome
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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Review
People might think of this game as a celebration of the energy and experimentation of RPGs past, a tribute to a time when archetypes and genre conventions hadn't…
Belle
By Jonathan Clements. Mamoru Hosoda’s latest film mines contemporary issues for its storyline, touching on social anxiety, online identity, cancel culture and the fragility of Internet fame. Its…
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Mamoru Hosoda's Belle is a feast for the eyes and ears. At the same time, it is a meaningful look into the lingering effects of loss and the…
BELLE
A magical and soul-stirring piece with beauty musically, emotionally, and artistically.
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Kohana Indie Game Review
Kohana is a short fantasy visual novel developed by Mushroommallow in one month for the Spooktober 3rd Annual Visual Novel Jam. Inspired by Japanese folklore, Kohana is a…
An Introduction to the Expansive World of Indie Otome Games
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Nier Automata anime first impressions review
This is a review of the new Nier Automata animation based on the original game by Yoko Taro. I’ve been looking forward to this anime for a very…
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College Craze Review [Indie Spotlight]
Full Release: Summer 2023 Developer: Pretty Ink Genre: Visual Novel, Life Simulation, Dating Simulation Platform: PC (Itch.io - prettyink.itch.io/collegecraze) Steam - Coming Soon Mark my words when I…
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NieR Automata – 04
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NieR Automata – 03
「break ti[M]e」 I can't believe they're leaving us hanging like this.
Nier Automata – 02
「city e[S]cape」 “Your voice, it somehow puts me at ease," she said. And I squealed with joy.
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College Craze -NSFW- 18+ [Indie Review]
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I Married a Monster on a Hill [Indie Spotlight]
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An Everyday Love Game Review [Indie Spotlight]
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Endigo Society #1 Manga Review [Indie Spotlight]
Endigo Society Genre: Action, Superhero Written By: Norwick Robinson Illustration By: Mikhail Sebastian Volumes: 1 This week’s edition of Indie Spotlight will focus on the indie manga Endigo Society…
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"Or not to [B]e" One of the most anticipated shows of the winter season has finally aired. 9S and 2B hit the screens.
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Charade Maniacs is a mystery otome game developed by Idea Factory for the Nintendo Switch and published in English by Idea Factory International.
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Cupid Parasite is a fantasy rom-com otome developed by Idea Factory. Follow Lynette Mirror as she helps five hopeless bachelors find love!