PQube, MAGES. and LOVE and ART have confirmed a release date for their “beautifully romantic” Otome visual novel Genso Manège on Nintendo Switch.
Set in a “wondrously evocative” re-imagining of France, Emma, a witch who lost her memories and powers in an accident as a child, fights to reawaken them. Led by the memento her father left her, she is swept away when a travelling amusement park arrives in town.
Working at the Rêve as she unravels the tangled threads of her forgotten past, Emma bonds with the amusement park’s employees such as the dazzling director Hugo, the stoic accountant Serge, the Tsundere Performer Crier, the kind-hearted rabbit Lyon, the Reclusive Mechanic Luciole, and Emma’s special childhood friend, Arnaud.
Each character has their own crosses to bear, stories of tragedy and longing woven together with desperation. Emma will build deepening bonds of friendship, and maybe more, as she works to unlock her magic and their freedom.
The publisher has outlined the game’s key features, which include:
- Breathtaking Romance: 6 different male leads to sweep you off your feet, follow their character routes and uncover their secrets.
- A Thriving Town: near the French border, this culturally rich location sets the scene for an unforgettably magical tale.
- 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 Games: utilise the Éveil System, an enjoyable game mechanic, woven into the story to help you recover Emma’s magical abilities.
- Voiced Characters: unique characters brought to life by stunning voice acting allow you to experience first-hand the different personalities trapped in the Rêve.
- An Unforgettable Tale: sweet and touching yet tinged with sadness, Genso Manège weaves a tale which is as happy as it is bittersweet.
Genso Manège will be released at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide on 31 January 2025.
