Crazy Ones: A Male-Centric Otome Game Review

Crazy Ones, a newly released otome game, offers a unique blend of turn-based combat and narrative-driven dating mechanics. The game features four distinct female characters, each with their own personality, vying for the player's affection. While the game's marketing emphasizes its novelty as a male-centric otome, the concept itself is intriguing.

The game casts the player as a male protagonist thrust into the high-stakes world of corporate competition. He'll navigate romantic entanglements with four compelling women: Hakuo (the dependable HR manager), Hyouka Natsume (the tsundere president of a rival company), Chika Ono (an aspiring musician), and Tomoko (the protagonist's protégé). The gameplay incorporates turn-based battles using cards representing the protagonist's memories.

Initial Impressions

While the game emphasizes emotional connections over simple fanservice, the concept of simultaneous romances raises some questions. The title itself, inspired by Steve Jobs' famous quote, hints at a potential unexpected narrative twist. Despite these reservations, Crazy Ones appears to be a solid visual novel offering for genre enthusiasts. The execution of the simultaneous romance element remains to be seen.

Crazy Ones is available now on the iOS App Store and Google Play. For players seeking similar experiences, a curated list of the top 12 narrative adventure games for mobile is also available.