Game Source Entertainment and Softstar Entertainment have teamed up to bring you Voice Love On Air, a fresh BL visual novel now available on the Nintendo Switch. Wondering what BL stands for? It’s Boys’ Love, and in this game, you take on the role of a male protagonist whose journey might just lead him to a romantic relationship with one of several suitors he encounters. But there’s more to this game than just romance; it cleverly blends BL romance with a bit of management simulation as you dive into the world of voice directing and radio drama production—hence the title!
Meet Aki, your character, who not only hopes to find love but also has the job of managing recording sessions for BL dramas. Your choices in selecting and guiding various voice actors can lead to a wide range of final dramas, each unique based on your decisions. Given its nature, Voice Love On Air has been dubbed in Japanese with English subtitles, making it a delight to replay with different outcomes. You’ll need to churn out top-notch BL dramas because you’ve got financial survival to think about—earning enough money is key to your studio’s future!
For those new to the visual novel genre, these games excel in storytelling. They come in variable lengths, focusing heavily on narrative. Some follow a more straightforward path, while others offer choice-driven tales. You, as Aki, are given the opportunity to fall in love with one of four available male characters, each with their own unique storyline, complete with voice acting—a luxury in today’s gaming market.
Managing a recording studio means hard work, especially because you’ve got a staggering $200,000 debt to pay off every season. You’re thrown into voice directing out of necessity, but it turns out you’ve got a real knack for discerning true emotions from what’s said. It’s a skill you’ll need if you want to keep those doors open!
The Project Manager app becomes your strategic hub—it’s where you review projects and polish Aki’s skills to meet job requirements. But watch your energy levels! Balancing fatigue is a strategic element in itself. Your abilities like Recognition, Profession, Communication, and Performance are all upgradable with the help of vouchers for online classes and careful planning.
The recording process is broken into four stages: Check Details, Appoint, Table Read, and Record, each spanning five working days. To proceed, ensure you meet the minimum criteria for Aki’s stats, and pay attention to deadlines to avoid the risk of bankruptcy!
The variety in choices gives Voice Love On Air a good replay value. Different voice talents and directions will result in diverse outcomes, meaning each radio drama can end up uniquely depending on your decisions. With a narrative covering a two-year timeline and featuring over 200,000 words, 20 songs, 30 CG scenes, and 20 dramas, there’s plenty of content to explore.
Voice Love On Air, now on Nintendo Switch and priced at $29.99, offers you a chance to navigate through a world of love and professional challenges. Whether you’re investing in courses or purchasing gifts to charm romantic interests, every decision shapes your path. Will you be able to pay off your debts and perhaps find love in the process? Only time and your directorial prowess will tell!
(A special thank you to Game Source Entertainment for providing a review copy of Voice Love On Air for this Nintendo Switch exploration.)
