Mobile Exclusive: Crazy Ones, a Unique Bishojo Adventure

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 romance. The game centers around a male protagonist navigating the high-stakes world of big business while pursuing 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. The game's originality lies more in its subtle differences than in a complete departure from established tropes.

The protagonist's journey involves 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 Crazy Ones emphasizes emotional connection over simple fanservice, the simultaneous romance aspect raises some questions. The game's title, inspired by a Steve Jobs quote, hints at potential narrative surprises. Overall, Crazy Ones appears to be a solid visual novel-style game for genre enthusiasts, though certain aspects warrant further scrutiny.

Despite my reservations, the game's unique premise warrants attention. Crazy Ones is available now on the iOS App Store and Google Play.

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