Devolver Digital announced the latest game from developer Nerial (Reigns, Card Shark). The Crush House is a dating sim with a 90s twist. It takes place in a hit TV show where players shape the drama as a producer.
In The Crush House, players step into the shoes of a new hire. Begin Jae’s journey in this Luxurious Malibu mansion filled with twelve thirsty personalities.
Players avoid the show’s cancellation by putting tension on screen. They must balance drama and romance to keep viewers glued to their seats.
The developers dubbed this game as a ‘thirst-person shooter.’ Meaning it does not always put the players behind the scenes. Getting close to the action takes Jae into the everyday lives of the cast. There is beauty in timing the shots between a sumptuous drama.
The Crush House comprises multiple TV seasons. It also comes with their own commercial breaks. Each season is unique based on the player’s chosen cast. Audience impact can skew the results as well. This leaves players with a constant conundrum on what to focus first.
There is a lingering mystery behind the game’s seemingly vibrant nature. The longer the player keeps the show on air, the more questions arise. Keen-eyed players will uncover a conspiracy within the Network. It opens up new challenges faced in Jae’s budding career.
Developer Nerial released an overview video showcasing the game. Creative Director Nicole He breaks down the ins and outs of The Crush House.
The Crush House releases on Steam and MacOS. The game has no release date yet.