Innocent Au-pair (2025)

Developer: alex_r
Publisher: ddvisuals
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 40 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow-paced, domestic narrative adventure about a married couple hiring an au pair, focusing on relationship dynamics and everyday life.

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What players say

Players praise the premise of father and son competing for the au pair, but say the story loses focus midway and free-roam exploration is very limited. The renders and animations are seen as dated or stiff, though some like the AI animations. A few reviewers note typos and a small number of love interests.

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