Crazy Ones is a \"one of a kind\" bishojo game, out now on mobile

Crazy Ones: A Male-Centric Otome Game Review

Crazy Ones, a newly released otome game, offers a unique blend of turn-based combat and narrative-driven dating mechanics. The game centers around a male protagonist navigating the high-stakes world of big business, pursuing romance with four distinct female characters.

While the game's marketing emphasizes its novelty as the first male-centric, turn-based otome, the concept of "one-of-a-kind" is subjective. Each game offers its own unique qualities. Inspired by Steve Jobs' famous quote, Crazy Ones plunges the player into a world of corporate intrigue and romantic entanglements.

The four potential love interests each possess unique personalities: Hakuo, the dependable HR manager; Hyouka Natsume, the tsundere president of a rival company; Chika Ono, an aspiring musician; and Tomoko, the protagonist's protégé. Gameplay incorporates turn-based battles using cards representing the protagonist's memories.

Initial Impressions

While Crazy Ones emphasizes emotional connections over simple fanservice, the potential for a narrative twist given its title remains intriguing. Overall, the game appears to be a solid visual novel offering for genre enthusiasts. However, the marketing of simultaneous romances as a key selling point raises some questions.

Despite reservations, Crazy Ones is available now on the iOS App Store and Google Play. For those seeking similar experiences, a curated list of the top 12 narrative adventure games for mobile is also available.