otome games
The Surprising Success of ‘Mystic Messenger,’ a Game About Texting Cute Boys
A small Korean “otome” game is making some big waves.
My Sensual Journey into Japan's $90 Million Fake Anime Boyfriend Market
Since the 90s, Japanese women have been playing otome ("maiden") games, which allow the player to pursue virtual relationships with several virtual hunks. In the interest of journalism, I spent over $60 flirting with them.
What's Next for PlayStation Vita, Sony's Little Portable That Couldn't?
First-party titles are no longer in development, but a few gaming subcultures remain perfect for the handheld.
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