Five Dates: Navigate Modern Romance in This FMV Dating Sim

9/2/2026, 8:50:02 PM

Release date: 11/17/2020

Tags: #dating-sim #fmv #choose-your-own-adventure #choices-matter #adventure #visual-novel #interactive-fiction #point-&-click

User Reviews

Score: 85%Very Positive
Review Count: 2,830 reviews
Fetched At: 9/2/2026, 8:50:02 PM

Reference prices

Japan

¥ 1,700 (JPY)

Steam JP

$14.99 (USD)

Steam

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,700
Global Price: $14.99
Price in Your Region: ¥ 1,700Prices as Steam lists them per country. What you are actually charged depends on your Steam account settings.Regional prices checked: 6 Sept 2026
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Price Checked At: 9/2/2026, 8:45:10 PM

Key highlight

Five Dates is an FMV dating sim where your choices shape the outcome of video dates with five potential matches during lockdown. Featuring live-action video and performances by Mandip Gill and Georgia Hirst.

Who this is for

Experience the ups and downs of modern romance in this engaging FMV dating sim. Your choices truly matter, leading to a highly replayable narrative that feels like an interactive drama.

Details

Overview

Five Dates plunges players into the unpredictable world of modern dating, set against the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic lockdown. You step into the shoes of Vinny, a millennial navigating the complexities of online dating for the first time. With five distinct potential matches, your choices will directly shape Vinny's interactions and the outcome of each video date.

Highlights

Interactive FMV Experience: Features live-action video footage where your decisions drive the narrative and character relationships.
Branching Narratives: Explore a multi-directional conversation tree with deep-dive questions, leading to diverse scenarios and endings.
Starring Talent: Features performances by Mandip Gill (Doctor Who) and Georgia Hirst (Vikings), adding a layer of professional acting to the interactive story.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who enjoy narrative-driven experiences, dating simulations, and interactive fiction. If you're intrigued by the challenges and humor of modern dating, or appreciate games that put player choice at the forefront, Five Dates offers a compelling journey.

Game Info

Developed by Wales Interactive and Good Gate Media, and published by Wales Interactive, Five Dates was released on November 17, 2020. It supports multiple languages, including English, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, and more. The game is a paid title and has garnered a 'Very Positive' reception from Steam users. It also includes features like Steam Achievements and Steam Cloud.