- April 12, 2016
- Dogenzaka Lab
Pub Encounter
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Pub Encounter is a single player action game with a romance theme. It was developed by Dogenzaka Lab and was released on April 12, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.
"Pub Encounter" is a visual novel game where you play as a barista in a cozy café, encountering a diverse cast of characterful clients. Each interaction shapes your relationship with them, offering multiple story paths. It's a heartwarming, slice-of-life game about connection and community.











- The game offers a unique twist by focusing on romance with older men, providing a refreshing change from typical otome games.
- The characters have distinct personalities and backstories, making the storylines engaging and relatable.
- The art style and music create a pleasant atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- The writing contains numerous typos and awkward translations, which can detract from the immersion.
- The protagonist often comes across as bland and overly submissive, lacking depth and personality.
- Some routes feel rushed and lack meaningful character development, leading to predictable and uninteresting storylines.
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The story in this game is a mixed bag, with many reviewers noting its lack of depth and reliance on clichés, particularly in the romance and character development. While some appreciate the emotional backstories of the love interests and the mature themes, others find the narrative repetitive and lacking in engagement, often feeling disconnected from the protagonist. Overall, the game offers a slice-of-life experience that can be entertaining but may not satisfy those seeking a more complex or immersive storyline.
“I really loved that the story takes age-gap factors into consideration, depending on which love interest you choose, and I'm certain this would appeal greatly to anyone that doesn't see age as a 'deal breaker'.”
“The writing is fantastic and the different storylines made each one a bit more personal than usual.”
“It's definitely a slice-of-life sort of game, but it doesn't do it particularly well, and I'm a fan of Harvest Moon and Story of Seasons.”
“And since there's really no plot aside from the romance, it becomes hard to stay engaged...”
“Sometimes you're just lost because key points are missing or not told in the story.”
“The stories are pretty short and mostly cliché; the protagonist is yet another nameless, faceless girl in her twenties struggling in a boring office job and lacking any sort of backstory, motivations, or ambitions for her future.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pub Encounter is a action game with romance theme.
Pub Encounter is available on Nintendo Switch, PC and Windows.
Pub Encounter was released on April 12, 2016.
Pub Encounter was developed by Dogenzaka Lab.
Pub Encounter has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its character development.
Pub Encounter is a single player game.
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