Talents

About

Talents is a single player casual simulation game with romance, drama and comedy themes. It was developed by Izumi Games and was released on July 13, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Write your way to success with your talented yet rowdy co-founders in this game development-themed romance visual novel! Do you have what it takes?

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

emotional3 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features relatable characters with unique and interesting backstories, enhancing player engagement.
The writing skill mini-game adds a unique mechanic to the gameplay, allowing players to influence their romantic paths creatively.
The art style and voice acting are well-executed, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.

Pacing issues and rushed storylines in some routes leave players feeling unsatisfied with character development.
Certain plot points feel incomplete or cut off, leading to unresolved storylines and character arcs.
Some dialogue and moments can come off as cringe-worthy, detracting from the overall immersion.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story features a compelling premise where players assume the role of Alice, a customer service representative and aspiring game developer, navigating her dual life through engaging text-based interactions and a writing mini-game. While some reviewers noted that the narrative feels somewhat incomplete after the initial character arcs, the overall plot remains captivating, particularly with the inclusion of rival characters that enhance player investment. The writing quality is praised for its fluidity, making each character's unique story worthwhile to explore.
- “Having a rivalry with another dev team that has its own cast of interesting characters made me feel well vested in the story.”
- “The writing is exceptionally well done and the story has fluidity.”
- “In this story, you play as Alice (name changeable), a customer service rep by day and a popular web author by night.”
- “The other marks were deducted as the story seems a little cut off.”
- “No more story from Alexis, and Lucy's karma.”
- “After your love interest is specified, it's all fluff and romance; nothing much happens, it's more like a click-click-click story.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a unique romance point mechanic and character personality types with distinct strengths and flaws, reminiscent of Doki Doki Literature Club's word selection system. Players begin with a prologue that culminates in a mini-game to determine their narrative route, setting the stage for the story that follows.
- “I enjoyed the unique romance point mechanic and the different personality types with strengths and flaws.”
- “The first hour of gameplay is the prologue, and at the end, after playing the mini-game to determine your route, you then start that route's story going forward.”
- “The writing gameplay reminded me of Doki Doki Literature Club, where you select words that match certain characters.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, showcasing the talent of a composer whose reputation was tarnished by a past scandal. Players can enjoy great music alongside additional features like a CG gallery, music room, and bonus content unlocked after achieving the true ending.
- “Great music”
- “Extras include a CG gallery, endings, music room, credits, and bonus content (after you unlock the true ending first).”
- “The music in this game feels repetitive and uninspired, lacking the creativity that would make it memorable.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, making it difficult to immerse myself in the experience.”
- “I found the music to be quite bland and forgettable, which detracted from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game engaging, highlighting the strong rivalries and well-developed characters that enhance their investment in the story. The wholesome relationships, rooted in friendship and care, contribute to a fun and heartwarming experience.
- “Having a rivalry with another dev team that has its own cast of interesting characters made me feel deeply invested in the story.”
- “All of the routes were so fun and wholesome.”
- “The relationships are pretty wholesome and based on friendship and caring.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature an anime-style aesthetic complemented by a vibrant color palette, creating a visually appealing experience.
- “The visuals and audio create an immersive experience that enhances gameplay.”
- “The graphics are stunning, with detailed environments and smooth animations.”
- “The art style is anime-style sprites with a vibrant color palette.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its cute and clever moments, particularly highlighted by a scene where a character streams their own game while in disguise, adding a playful twist to the narrative.
- “It is also very cute and funny where he is streaming their own game that they did in their first game, and he disguised himself so no one knows.”