Iwakura Aria launches August 14 in the west

The visual novel titled “Iwakura Aria” is set to release on both Nintendo Switch and Steam’s PC platform in the western regions on August 14th. This announcement comes from its publishers, PQube, and developers, MAGES.

Iwakura Aria first launched for Switch on June 27, 2024 in Japan.

Here is an overview of the game, via PQube:

About

In a fresh, original story penned by MAGES, we present “Iwakura Aria” – a visual novel that unfolds within the enigmatic walls of the Iwakura manor. New maid Ichiko seeks refuge and stability, only to become ensnared in the mesmerizing web of the Iwakura family’s daughter. Delve into the mysterious past of the Iwakura mansion as you navigate this thrilling suspense visual novel.

Key Features

  • Heart Pounding Revelations – Play as Ichiko, housekeeper to the Iwakura mansion, and uncover the chilling machinations at play as you grow closer to Aria and her dark fate.
  • Change the Future – With nine different endings to unlock, the choices you make affect the outcome of the future and the life the protagonist is living 33 years after the events of the main game.
  • Unlock Secrets – Use the map to explore different rooms of the mansion to piece together key information needed to uncover characters’ hidden secrets.
  • Ichiko’s Sketchbook – Carefully detailed drawings of what captivates her interest, these drawings can also reveal hidden clues to the twisted heart of the Iwakura mansion.
  • Renaissance Dream – The story comes to life through painterly illustrations and cut-out frames which piece together multiple images into one scene, by illustrator Hyakunen and graphic designer Fumi Nakada.
  • Gripping Connections – The bonds between the women of the mansion pull together the story, from friendship to love, these strong emotions underpin the suspense which builds with each chapter.

Watch a new trailer below.

Release Date Trailer

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