Overview

Heartbeats is a compelling visual novel developed by Tsundoku, inviting players into a world where music, relationships, and personal struggles intertwine. The narrative centers on a former music sensation who finds their career waning due to a loss of motivation.

Just as their relevance is fading, a chance encounter with a spirited young girl named Sayaka sets the stage for a new chapter. This meeting introduces the protagonist to a cast of both familiar and new faces, including Auri, a rising popstar and childhood friend who is embarking on the ambitious venture of establishing her own record label after a falling out with her previous one.

The main character, alongside Sayaka, Auri, Lee, and Grace, joins forces to support each other and build this new label, navigating the complexities of the music industry and their personal lives.

Highlights

  • A Story of Second Chances: Players will guide a former music star through a narrative focused on rekindling passion, building relationships, and overcoming personal challenges.
  • Record Label Simulation: The game features a unique element where players help establish and manage a new record label, fostering collaboration and growth.
  • Rich Narrative Themes: Heartbeats explores themes of music, love, relationships, mental health, and the pursuit of dreams, offering a mature and engaging story.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for fans of visual novels and dating sims who appreciate character-driven stories with emotional depth. Players who enjoy narratives exploring themes of personal growth, the music industry, and LGBTQ+ relationships will find Heartbeats particularly engaging.

If you're looking for a choice-driven experience with multiple endings and an anime aesthetic, this title is worth checking out.

Game Info

Developed and published by Tsundoku, Heartbeats is a single-player visual novel. It features adjustable text size and custom volume controls, with captions available.

The game is slated for release soon and is a paid title. While the base game does not contain explicit content, add-ons with sexual audio and images are available separately.

The game is currently only available in English, with full audio support.