I Wanna Be A Game Dev! (2024)

Developer: Lyko Studio
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Casual, Indie, RPG, Free To Play
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 232 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 7.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A laid-back, choice-driven senior year simulation where you balance friendships, hobbies, and a passion project at your own pace.

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What players say

Players enjoy this free visual novel for its heartwarming club story, detailed character arcs, and unexpected turn toward psychological horror. The 3D exploration and game-dev trivia segments add variety, though some find the horror feels tacked on. Graphics are criticized for jagged edges and lack of anti-aliasing.

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