Embark on an engaging narrative adventure with "Voice Love On Air," a brand-new BL visual novel developed by Game Source Entertainment and Softstar Entertainment for the Nintendo Switch. The term ‘BL’ might be unfamiliar to some, but it simply stands for Boys’ Love. It invites you to step into the shoes of a male protagonist who finds himself potentially entangled in romantic affairs with several intriguing suitors. This venture doesn’t just dive into the heartwarming twists of romance; it blends a savvy management simulation centered around voice directing and crafting radio dramas—aptly encapsulated in the game’s title.
In this immersive journey, you play as Aki. Balancing the promises of love, you’ll manage recording sessions for captivating BL dramas. The fun lies in selecting and directing a cast of diverse voice actors, resulting in unique audio dramas. This element greatly enhances replayability, inviting experimentation with different choices for varied dramatic outcomes. Spoken primarily in Japanese with English text, the game challenges you to helm these productions successfully to generate funds that sustain the lively, albeit financially burdensome, operations!
For those new to visual novels, these games stay true to their name by focusing heavily on storytelling, varied in length and complexity. Some follow a linear storyline, while others let you steer the narrative through key decisions, impacting the trajectory of your journey and the characters you encounter along the way. Featuring voice acting, a testament to production value today, "Voice Love On Air" introduces four charming men with whom Aki can potentially find love.
Managing your studio is not just for the romantically hopeful. Producing successful BL dramas creates a revenue stream necessary to pay off a hefty studio debt—$200,000 to be precise, every season. You unexpectedly plunge into the world of voice direction to tackle this financial burden, discovering a niche ability to detect the heartfelt subtext underlying spoken words.
The Project Manager app becomes your dashboard, showcasing all pertinent details for upcoming projects. Enhance Aki’s skills across attributes like Recognition, Profession, Communication, and Performance. Juggling these demands with the risk of fatigue requires strategic planning—boost your stats through online courses, or take a breather when necessary.
Recording itself unfolds over four phases, each spanning five days. You’ll commence with a detailed review, appointing the right talent, conducting table reads, and finally, executing the recording. Timing is crucial since meeting deadlines is vital to avoid financial hurdles. Ensuring each drama is developed optimally relies on understanding every project’s synopsis, contract, and script.
Set over two years, this journey in "Voice Love On Air" challenges you with its strategic elements while warmth sneaks in through its rich storytelling arcs composed of over 200,000 words, supplemented with 20 songs, 30 CG scenes, and 20 distinctive dramas. It presents a world where choosing the right talent and directions significantly impacts the stories and character dynamics that unfold.
Ultimately, your journey is about making strategic business decisions and connecting with potential partners in this BL universe. Make key purchases to bolster your stats or reduce fatigue, ensuring you remain capable of managing ever-more demanding projects with high stakes.
Priced at $29.99, "Voice Love On Air" is now available on the Nintendo Switch. Dive into this experience where professionalism and personal aspirations intertwine. Will mastering this new profession lead Aki to the love story he desires?
Note: This review is based on a Nintendo Switch copy provided by Game Source Entertainment.
