Welcome to Hypno-Mart, a visual novel where you're tasked with managing a chronically understaffed convenience store. Your newest hire, Airi Kurusu, is proving to be a nightmare employee.

She's rude, lazy, and treats customers with utter disdain. Frankly, she's not meeting even the lowest of standards.

As the manager, you're at your wit's end. Firing her doesn't seem like enough; she needs a serious lesson.

Fortunately, the internet has a solution: a method to "change hearts and minds. " This intriguing premise sets the stage for a story-rich adventure where player choices will likely shape the narrative and Airi's fate.

Overview

Hypno-Mart plunges players into the role of a store manager struggling with a problematic employee. The game focuses on narrative and character interaction, offering a unique take on employee management with a twist. It's a text-based adventure where the story unfolds through dialogue and decisions.

Highlights

  • Story-Rich Visual Novel: Dive into a narrative-driven experience centered around employee management and a unique "lesson" for a difficult staff member.
  • Character-Focused Adventure: The game emphasizes the relationship and interactions with Airi Kurusu, exploring themes of discipline and change.
  • Released in April 2023: Developed by Appetite and published by Shiravune, Hypno-Mart offers a single-player, 2D, text-based adventure.

Who It's For

Fans of visual novels, story-rich games, and text-based adventures will find Hypno-Mart appealing. Players who enjoy narrative exploration and character development, particularly with a touch of unconventional problem-solving, should check this out. It's also suitable for those looking for a single-player experience with an anime aesthetic.

Game Info

  • Developer: Appetite
  • Publisher: Shiravune
  • Genre: Adventure, Visual Novel, Text-Based, Romance, Story Rich
  • Platform: PC (Steam)
  • Release Date: April 25, 2023
  • Player Count: Singleplayer
  • Languages: English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese