PQube has announced a Western release for the otome visual novel developed by MAGES Genso Manege,
for Windows PC (via Steam) and Nintendo Switch, although a release date has not been announced. Otome VN was originally released for Japan in 2020.
Here’s a summary of the game, along with a new trailer:
I will awaken the magic within you and you will free us from Rêve…
Set in a magical reimagining of France, a beautifully crafted otome visual novel follows Emma, orphaned as a child, as she fights to uncover her forgotten memories. forget yours. A witch who lost her powers when she was young and now lives a quiet life, Emma is guided by a memento left behind by her father and finds herself drawn to the appearance of a tourist amusement park. calendar in town.
Filled with magic and dreams but holding a dark secret, Emma feels an instant connection to the magical La Foire du Rêve. She discovers that hidden beneath the park’s fairy-tale splendor, its employees are trapped, bound to the amusement park, and only the magic inside Emma can free them. . But it’s been years since Emma has been able to access her magic, and she must dig deep inside herself, navigating painful repressed memories to restore it.
Working at Rêve as she untangles the tangled threads of her forgotten past, Emma forges relationships with the theme park’s staff. A wonderful cast of characters; brilliant director Hugo, stoic accountant Serge, performance artist Tsundere Crier, kind-hearted bunny Lyon, reclusive mechanic Luciole and Emma’s special childhood friend, Arnaud. Each character has their own crosses to bear, stories of tragedy and desire mixed with despair, Emma builds deeper bonds of friendship and possibly more, as she strives to force to unleash their magic and their freedom.
With beautifully gentle artwork that radiates warmth and romance, Genso Manège is a dream-like otome fantasy with remarkable visual power that evokes an unforgettable bittersweet story .
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- Spectacular romance: 6 different male leads will captivate you, follow their character paths and discover their secrets.
- Thriving town: close to the French border, this culturally rich location sets the scene for an unforgettable magical story.
- A dazzling Pastel world: expertly crafted characters and artwork paint a dreamy picture of romance and magic, making this a visual novel in every sense.
- Magical mini-game: uses the Éveil System, a fun game mechanic, integrated into the story to help you restore Emma’s magical abilities.
- Voiced Characters: unique characters come to life thanks to stunning voice acting that allows you to experience first-hand the different personalities trapped in Rêve.
- An unforgettable story: sweet and touching but mixed with sadness, Genso Manège has woven a story that is both happy and bittersweet.