Scandal Notes (2022)

Developer: Heart's Choice
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Indie, RPG
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 8 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

It feels like stepping into a 1920s romance novel, where your choices shape a story of gossip, glamour, and flirtation through vivid text.

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What players say

Players praise the historical atmosphere and character writing, especially the romance and banter. The main story is short and the investigation is linear, with no branching until key plot points. Some note a rushed ending.

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