Because We're Here - Act I: A WWI Otome Visual Novel of Love and War

9/4/2026, 10:20:05 PM

Release date: 7/19/2018

Tags: #story-rich #visual-novel #otome #female-protagonist #anime #world-war-i #alternate-history #war

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Score: 96%Very Positive
Review Count: 93 reviews
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¥ 620 (JPY)

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$5.99 (USD)

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Key highlight

Because We're Here - Act I is an episodic otome visual novel set during a World War I-inspired conflict, following a Postal Corps volunteer as she finds love amidst the chaos of war. Released in 2018 by Studio Elfriede.

Who this is for

Recommended for players seeking a bittersweet otome game set against the unique backdrop of World War I. Dive into a rich narrative and explore character relationships in this compelling visual novel.

Details

Overview

Because We're Here - Act I, developed and published by Studio Elfriede, plunges players into the heart of a brutal, World War I-inspired conflict. This episodic visual novel, the first in a planned four-act series, offers a unique blend of otome romance and the grim realities of war. Players step into the shoes of Elfriede Rauss, a neurotic volunteer in the Postal Corps, navigating the chaos of the front lines.

Highlights

Setting: The game is set in 1915 during a fictionalized Great War, offering an alternate history perspective on the conflict.
Genre Blend: It uniquely combines the otome dating sim genre with a rich, story-driven visual novel experience, focusing on a female protagonist.
Episodic Structure: Released as an episodic visual novel, Act I is the beginning of a larger narrative arc.

Who It's For

This title is perfect for fans of visual novels and otome games who are looking for a mature, story-rich experience with a unique historical setting. Players who enjoy alternate history narratives and are prepared for a bittersweet romance amidst wartime will find themselves drawn into Elfriede's journey.