Hashihime of the Old Book Town (2019)

Developer: ADELTA
Publisher: MangaGamer
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 662 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 33 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A slow, psychedelic visual novel that immerses you in a dense, romantic mystery with a melancholic Taisho-era atmosphere.

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What players say

Players praise the atmosphere, writing, and emotional impact, calling it a must-play for BL visual novel fans. The story splits opinion on later chapters, with some finding the ending frustrating while others love the whole experience.

Screenshots

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