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 centers around a male protagonist navigating the high-stakes world of big business, pursuing romantic relationships with four distinct female characters.
While the game's marketing emphasizes its novelty as a male-centric, turn-based otome, the concept of "one-of-a-kind" is subjective. Each game offers its own unique qualities. The game's title, inspired by Steve Jobs' famous quote, hints at an intriguing narrative.
The protagonist's romantic interests include Hakuo (a reliable HR manager), Hyouka Natsume (the tsundere president of a rival company), Chika Ono (an aspiring musician), and Tomoko (the protagonist's protégé). Gameplay incorporates turn-based battles using cards representing the protagonist's memories.
Initial Impressions:
While the game focuses on emotional connections rather than simple fanservice, the selling point of simultaneous romances raises some questions. Despite this reservation, Crazy Ones appears to be a well-produced visual novel-style game for genre enthusiasts. The potential for an unexpected narrative twist, given the title, adds to the intrigue.
Crazy Ones is available now on the iOS App Store and Google Play. For a broader range of narrative adventure games, check out our list of the top 12 best mobile titles.
