The Switch version of Key's kinetic novel "LOOPERS" will be released by the end of this year!

The popular kinetic novel from Key is coming to Nintendo Switch, set for release in 2022.

LOOPERS" is a kinetic novel released by Visual Arts' game brand "Key" on May 28, 2021 as PC software (for all ages). It is an ensemble coming-of-age story about boys and girls who are trapped in a fate that loops the day infinitely, with "treasure hunting" as the theme.

The scenario is written by Ryuunishi 07, the author of the "Higurashi When They Cry" series, and the illustrations are by Mochizuki Kei, who also designed the characters for SEGA's "CHUNITHM AIR".

The game is full of madness, laughter, romance, and tears, and the long-awaited Nintendo Switch release of this popular title is sure to be a breathtakingly exciting experience!

＜Story.
Tyler is a high school student who is passionate about geo-hunting (GPS treasure hunting).
One day during summer vacation, while playing the game with his friends, he gets caught up in a mysterious experience.
Reality and illusion intersect. Thoughts that plunge into madness. Tomorrow becomes today.

They are swallowed up by the "vortex of time" and are trapped in a fate that loops endlessly through the day called today.
There, they meet boys and girls who are also "loopers".
Simon, the leader, and Mia, a girl with a mysterious atmosphere.
Together, they try to escape from the eternal prison, but...

<System
A "kinetic novel" (electronic novel) with scenario, illustrations, music and sound.
The story does not branch off by choice, but is enhanced by beautiful images and music, a variety of realistic effects, and full voice acting by popular voice actors.

＜The Switch version has the following features
Full HD support!
Players can enjoy the game in full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels) in TV mode.

Touch screen operation!
The game can be played not only in portable mode with the Joy-Con in the console, but also with the Joy-Con removed from the console.
This enhances portability.

One-handed play is also possible.
When in table mode or TV mode, all controls can be performed with the right Joy-Con, allowing for one-handed play.

Fully compatible with Nintendo Switch Lite
A separate Joy-Con is required for the above "one-handed play".

Text in 3 languages
Texts are available in Japanese, English, and Simplified Chinese (voices in Japanese only).
The environment settings and digital manuals are also available in three languages, allowing the user to instantly switch between languages at any time during the game.

Title Information
LOOPERS
Genre: Visual novel
Release date: Scheduled for 2022
Price: Package version / Download version undecided
Compatibility: Nintendo Switch / Nintendo Switch Lite
Controller: Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Supported play mode: TV mode / Table mode / Portable mode
Supported text languages: Japanese / English / Simplified Chinese
Voice: Full voice in Japanese
CERO Rating: To be reviewed Content Icon: To be reviewed
Scenario: Dragon Knight 07
Illustration: Kei Mochizuki
Vocal: sana (sajou no hana)
Songs: Shinji Orido/Donmaru
BGM: Satoshi Hosoi / Shinji Orido / Shoyu / Hisashi Tenryu / Sumi / Donmaru

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