Summary
- Release Year: 2018
- Genres: Visual Novel
- Platforms: PlayStation Vita
- Developers: Kadokawa Games
- Publishers: Otomate
Fortissimo: A Love for Idols
Introduction
Fortissimo is a Japanese otome visual novel developed by Dramatic Create and published by D3 Publisher. It was released in Japan on March 29, 2018, and in English on October 16, 2018. The game follows the story of Fujisaki Futaba, a university student who has no interest in idols until she gets a job at James Entertainment and is assigned to manage the popular idol group, “forttê.”
Gameplay
Fortissimo is a standard otome visual novel. The player takes on the role of Futaba and interacts with the various characters through dialogue choices. The player’s choices will affect the story’s progression and which of the five male idols Futaba ends up with.
The game features a variety of minigames, including rhythm games, fashion coordination games, and photo shoots. These minigames are used to increase the player’s bond with the idols and to unlock special scenes.
Characters
- Fujisaki Futaba – The protagonist of the game. She is a university student who has no interest in idols until she gets a job at James Entertainment and is assigned to manage the popular idol group, “forttê.”
- Aoi Izumi – The leader of “forttê.” He is a kind and caring person who is always looking out for his fellow idols.
- Haruto Kagura – The main vocalist of “forttê.” He is a talented singer with a strong sense of justice.
- Soshiro Sakuraba – The main dancer of “forttê.” He is a skilled dancer with a charming personality.
- Yamato Aoi – The main rapper of “forttê.” He is a cool and collected person who is always up for a challenge.
- Yuma Kiryu – The youngest member of “forttê.” He is a shy and reserved person who is always trying to prove himself.
Story
The story of Fortissimo begins with Futaba getting a job at James Entertainment. She is assigned to manage the popular idol group, “forttê.” At first, Futaba is not interested in idols, but she soon comes to appreciate their talent and dedication.
As Futaba spends more time with the idols, she begins to develop feelings for one of them. However, she is unsure of who she likes and how to express her feelings.
The player’s choices will affect the story’s progression and which of the five male idols Futaba ends up with.
Themes
Fortissimo explores a variety of themes, including love, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams. The game shows how Futaba’s relationships with the idols help her to grow as a person and to find her own happiness.
Reception
Fortissimo received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its engaging story, well-developed characters, and fun minigames. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies in Japan.
Conclusion
Fortissimo is a well-made and enjoyable otome visual novel. The game has a great story, well-developed characters, and fun minigames. I highly recommend it to fans of the genre.
Additional Information
- Genre: Otome visual novel
- Developer: Dramatic Create
- Publisher: D3 Publisher
- Release date: March 29, 2018 (Japan), October 16, 2018 (English)
- Platforms: PlayStation Vita, Nintendo Switch, Windows
- Official website: https://dramaticcreate.co.jp/fortissimo/
Review Score
8/10
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