Richard (2026)

Developer: Act V Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Casual, RPG, Strategy, Free To Play
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 9 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a light, strategic game about managing students at an academy with a competitive edge.

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What players say

Players enjoy the dialogue-based strategy and time management, comparing it to Persona, though they note winning is tough and the game is short at around 2-3 hours. Some disagree with the dating sim tag, saying the focus is on friendship and rivalry, not romance.

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