The Coffee Talk series returns with a freshly brewed entry. Coffee Talk Tokyo is set to release next year. This latest installment will be available on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
It was initially announced during the Nintendo Direct August 2024 showcase.
This marks the third chapter in the cozy visual novel series, Coffee Talk, that captivated players back in 2020. Coffee Talk: Tokyo promises fans a deeply personal journey in an alternate Japan where humans and fantastical beings coexist.
Set in a quaint Tokyo back alley, the game introduces a new yet familiar all-night coffee shop. This latest entry continues the tradition, placing players in the role of a mysterious barista, ready to serve handcrafted warm drinks and offer a sympathetic ear to an interesting roster of customers.
Players encounter a myriad of interesting characters like Kenji, a kappa salaryman on the brink of retirement, Vin, the Barista’s assistant grappling with the aftermath of a past disaster, and Ayame, a lively ghost searching for closure in her afterlife.
Other gameplay additions include advanced latte art options with sprinkle stencils and catching up with familiar characters through the enhanced Tomodachill in-game social media app.
Additionally, Coffee Talk: Tokyo also promises an upgraded experience with its lofi soundtrack all thanks to the return of composer Andrew “AJ” Jeremy. Other returning talents include Anna Winterstein, co-writer of Coffee Talk: Hibiscus and Butterfly, and Kimitaka Ogawa, the Japanese translator for the original games, now joining the writing team.
Coffee Talk and Coffee Talk 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly were praised for its unique blend of heartfelt storytelling in an immersive coffee shop ambiance. Both receive average playscores of 7 and above.
Coffee Talk Tokyo prepares to open its doors for 2025. Players can wishlist today on select shops.