Yusetsu

Yusetsu is a visual novel with dating sim elements, set in modern Japan. The hero one day walks into a local bar called “Melting Snow” and discovers that he really likes the establishment: it’s cozy, and the conversations are leisurely. The rest of the story revolves around evenings at the bar and meeting its customers and staff. Decisions in dialogues affect relationships, and they, in turn, open up new scenes and lines. The main volume is text, not mechanics. The design is hand-drawn, the music is calm, and saves are located at key points. Some of the materials are addressed to adults, as stated directly. The length is moderate: the story is easy to read in chapters. It is also worth noting that the bar has its own regulars, and everyone comes there with their own story: some are hiding from the past, some are looking for company, and some just love a good drink. How the hero communicates with them determines not only their attitude towards him, but also what lines will open next. Saves and a gallery make it easy to return to, and the length is such that the story can be played through in the evenings. The material is intended for an adult audience, as stated directly. The project is small, but it conveys the atmosphere of the establishment convincingly, and this is not so common in short stories. In addition to the main line, there are also individual episodes related to the past of the bar’s visitors. The project is niche and is based on the atmosphere of the establishment where you want to return. For those who are close to this format, the Yusetsu gives a leisurely and warm story.