Otome visual novel Him, the Smile & bloom coming west in Q1 2025 for Switch, PC

PQube will release MintLip-developed otome visual novel Him, the Smile & bloom for Switch and PC via Steam in Q1 2025, the publisher announced. The Switch version will be available both physically and digitally.

Him, the Smile & bloom first launched for Switch on August 8 in Japan.

Here is an overview of the game, via PQube:

About

Step into a world of romance and flowers in this refreshingly mature otome that charts the lives of four couples, centered around a local flower shop.

Him, the Smile & bloom is a unique exploration of the flourishing relationship between two adults and the highs and lows of their budding romance in a modern world.

From the initial spark of attraction to the struggles of maintaining a relationship and navigating life’s choppy waters—Him, the Smile & bloom, deftly weaves heart-warming—and heart-breaking—narrative threads for a genuinely distinct and memorable otome experience!

Key Features

• Say It With Flowers! – Him, the Smile & bloom charts four whirlwind romances—from the tender love of youth, to thorny, tumultuous and steamy. There are four distinct love matches to explore.
• Couple Up! – Rather than one protagonist with a selection of bachelors, Him the Smile & bloom instead focuses on the relationship with four love interests: Wataru, Ginnosuke, Hokuto, and Tenya.
• Twelve Distinct Endings – Each couple has three endings to explore. However! Rather than traditional “good” or “bad” endings, each of the couple’s potential futures are poignant and offer something worthwhile to enjoy, regardless of the romantic (or not!) outcome.
• A Refreshingly Adult Approach to Otome Romance – By focusing on the growing relationship between four couples. Him, the Smile & bloom brings a unique maturity to the exploration of love and life in these four stories.
• Gorgeous Production Values – Wonderful character artwork and vibrant and detailed game world, combine with expressive voice work to really enhance the tenderness and emotion of each of the romances.
• Additional Side Stories – Completing the “Glow” or “best” ending to each couples’ story unlocks additional side stories to enjoy—breathing further life into these unforgettable characters.

Watch the announcement trailer below. View a set of screenshots at the gallery.

Announce Trailer