To My Darling
A downloadable game for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Mimiko Nakamura, a third year at White Lily Junior High, wants to give her crush a love letter after school. Trouble arises when her classmates have other plans for her.
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❥ 10k+ word story, totaling to about an hour and a half of gameplay.
❥ 4 possible endings
❥ 15 unique CGs
❥ One silly little kitty
- Suicide
- Bullying
- Implications of Self-harm
- Mentions of blood and violence
- Murder
- Non-consensual kissing
- Emotional Manipulation
- Themes of Dissociation
- Shaking Text & Glitched Text
This game is not intended for those who are under 13 or for those who are easily disturbed. Please proceed with caution if the material above may be upsetting.
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Credits:
❥ Writing, artwork, character design, and code: iXkyu
❥ Proofreading: defectiveidol
❥ French Translation: Hugo Lorenzini
❥ German Translation: Tomass Kirsch (HappyTomass)
❥ Music and sound: Pocketsound, freeSFX, Pixabay
❥ Fonts used: Helgoland, indira K, ChaosTimes
❥ Coding resources: Wattson, Stella @ MakeVisualNovels, FeniksDev
❥ Made in Ren'py
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Development log
- German Translation Available! + Thank you28 days ago
- 1.5 UPDATE! French Translation Available!49 days ago
- Happy Birthday Kurata Kyouko!Sep 05, 2024
- Happy Birthday Ueda Aoi!Jul 23, 2024
- Happy Birthday Nakamura Mimiko!May 30, 2024
- Happy Birthday Fujimoto Kin!Apr 14, 2024
- The True Main Character Shall Soon Rise.Apr 01, 2024
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Awww just kiss already hahaha
I really wish we could date aoi
aoi when i catch you...
it was such a cute game <3 I got the ending 1 in first try and it was so lovely. also her struggles were captured so well especially in art. I loved how everything turned to its color back when her crush showed up. thank you for this sweet game <3
I got all 4 endings. This was an amazing game. I think it's really good at expressing certain emotions, wether it be with that "Alter-Ego" of Mimiko's reflection or the change of color. The dissociation depiction feels very well constructed, even when i can't say i've been through it. Gives me an idea of what some people go through. I almost cried on some parts too, hehe. I also think the artstyle is unique and cute. The sprites are very good, conveying the character's feelings perfectly. Overall, I love this game. Keep it up. I'm looking forward to any new games you might release.
Ok bro I search first I search Romance
Two why this game with sui- come?
is it kinda like ddlc?
DDLC was somewhat of an inspiration for this, so I'd say there are some similarities.
oh my GOD. this game is so amazing, I love Mimiko so much!!!!! thank you so much for this im obsessed
Thank YOU so so much ;w; your comment and review just absolutely made my day. I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed it 🫶
Thank you so much for playing!! Your video was an absolute joy to watch. All the silly voices made me laugh a ton, namely Aoi's (Or AO, as you call him XD). I'd love to see you play the other endings, but I'm pretty biased in saying that, LOL.
Once again, thank you so much for playing. Your words really do mean a lot. I appreciate it so much 🫶
aoi can catch these hands
Hello! My name is Sonsoles Méndez, and I'm an EN>ES (European) translator. I've played To My Darling and I loved it, so I wanted to volunteer as a Spanish translator if that's something you're interested in. Have a nice day!
is it like ddlc?
hi is this girl love only?
Hi! Without spoiling too much, the male character's crush on a female character is important to the plot, but the main pairing is between two girls. The girl that the male character crushes on does not reciprocate his feelings. Hope that clears things up!
This is getting interesting.
I dont feel so good after this
i think i know why kyouko beat aoi up now...
This was such a treat to play omg
I know its late, but belated happy birthday for them ❤️
I came, I saw, I say Happy Birthday 🎂🎁🎉
This is a bit late, but Kyouko says thank you ^^
Omg 😳 I never thought I can get the honors 😳🥹🥹,thank you so muchhhh sis!!!omgggim so happy 🥹😭
"To My Darling" Easily gets Top Spot for best visual novel, I got the 1st ending ❤️ and it made me super flustered 😳😳😳
10/10 Superb, Amazing, Flabbergasting, Smashing, Superior, and Bodacious
Thank you sspamton84@gmail.com ❤️
HOLY SHIT THIS GAME IS SO UNDERRATED..??? and oh my gah the dissociating scenes ARE SO AMAZENG,, also i love kyouko enbssgjzvfbjas,bsbdgs mimiko's sprites were also so eyecandy. ALSO AOI IM GONNA FUCKING HUNT YOU DOWN IM GONNA SCREW YOU AND YOUR NEXT 7 LIVES OVER
10/10 would play again
🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶 THANK YOU SM 🫶 happy to see aoi hate going strong. For real though, I’m very glad you played and enjoyed it. It means a lot to me ❤️
/ot VTSOM pfp spotted /pos
I just finished it and I loved it!
Plot, characters, art were great. I love how colors change in serious moments - it gives such a cool, unsettling atmosphere!! These scenes were my favorite, I think! Also Mimiko's expressions were so full of emotions! And I loooved idea with her reflection, such a cool design, too! Characters were nice, Kyouko was so cute and kind, Aoi though not a "good", he is an interesting character! And silly Kin, she was funny! Last but not least, Mimiko as relatable as she was personality wise I can't help but wish for the best for her! <3
Also endings... The bad ones almost gave me chills, I like how subtle they were but at the same time you exactly know what is going to happen to girls there,,, and the good one was so cute! I like what message of this game. It's important to not lose Hope even after the worst of days!
Thank you for making this game! If you make another one I'll keep my eye open to play it as well! :>
I think about this comment a lot. I haven’t been able to find words for a response, which is why this has taken me so long. Thank you so much for enjoying my game. I really cannot explain how much this means to me. 🫶
i just wanted to let you know how wonderful this game is! the writing is amazing, the art beautiful and whimsical that you wouldn't guess any of the dark contents, but alas very fun as long as interesting to play! all of the different options are amazing, the endings are beautifully done, good job and don't give up, you're only criminally underrated for now!!
I’ve been thinking about this comment so much. It really does mean a lot to hear that ;; I’m incredibly thankful for your comment ❤️❤️❤️
I love this sm, all the art is so pretty and the moments too, I got the first ending and i love it, lowkey scared about the other ones so i think imma leave it there but thank you this is wonderful.
Thank you so much for playing!!! I appreciate it a lot!! 💚🧡 Probably for the best that you only got the first ending if you’d rather avoid the upsetting ones lol
i loved this sm!! the art,the story,the characters,and the creepiness! the only thing I didn't like was AOI.AOI WHEN I CATCH YOU WHEN I CATCH YOU AOI. anways I can't wait for any future installments :3
Thank you sm!!!!!!!! 💞 It means a lot to hear that :’D 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙
np this is going in my top 10 vn :3
Before i play the game, i want to know if we can change the name of the mc? There is nothing wrong it just a thing i like to do when i play these types of games😝
Hello!! You can’t change Mimiko’s name, sorry! But thank you for being interested in my game ❤️
It is alright lol. I will still play it😈
(But maybe a possible future update were you can keep her Canon name but change only first name if you want to would be nice nice. Though do not feel pressured😝)
I appreciate the suggestion! I think I’ll keep things as is, though. Narratively I really prefer this being Mimiko’s story rather than her serving as a self-insert mc of sorts. I just think it makes the most sense ^-^
But I’ll make a game with a nameable mc one day <3 That’s a promise.
😝😄
Hello and I just want to say that I fell in love with this game! You first got me with your adorably creepy art style, and then you hit me with your great writing. I really do like every aspect of the game and I wish it was longer (but I'm still thankful that we get to play this at all, thank you for your hard work and for sharing your work with us). I also really like the characters.... except for one (I think you know who lol, but even then, I think he's still wonderfully written and his actions are painfully realistic). Everyone else was really, really cute and I find myself wanting to learn more about them (can't wait to see my girl Kin as the next MC heck yeah).
I'll be looking forward to anything you make next, but no pressure though! Please take your time with it and take care not to burn yourself out!
Oh, and I also drew a little something... I hope you're alright with fanarts and I hope you like the art I drew! She's so so much fun to draw and she's literally the prettiest ever. I hope I did her justice!
Once again thank you and have a nice week!! :D
OH MY GOODNESS!!!!! This was AMAZING to wake up to!!!! aaahkdlshfkdljfkl this is so so so cute i’ll cry omg ;;;; Your art is absolutely adorable… I can’t stop looking at it ;q; 💚🧡💚🧡
I seriously cannot put it into words how much your comment means to me!! It absolutely made my morning… I’ll do my best here on out with my future projects!! Thank you so, so very much. I can’t say it enough. I hope your week is wonderful too ;w;
I'm really glad that you like it!! Thank you for your kind words! You're very welcome and I wish you all the best with your future endeavors! 💙
Creepy, atmospheric, with the right amount of EUGH to go with it.
I was pleasantly surprised with this game, as it does highlight the creepier aspects of your typical yandere love interest while managing to portray the protagonist's mental health struggles in a tasteful manner. I loved the overarching story told through the various endings, and I feel like this game scratches all the right itches I'm looking for in a story like this.
All in all, I'm definitely looking forward to the developer's upcoming projects if there will ever be one.
Oh my gosh, thank you so much 🥹 It means a lot to hear your praise. Your videos were honestly a huge source of motivation for this project, and I’d often binge your channel while I worked on the art for this. I really do appreciate just how you bring attention to so many small developers. It’s an honor to have you play and rate my game ❤️
It's great, but I hope it can be published in Chinese.
Thank you so much! I appreciate your support so much 💞
Unfortunately, as a one person team, I have no means of translating the game at the moment (´;︵;`) I apologize!
I'm sorry to see the news now.
I'm sure your work will be a hit.
aoi kys
also LOVE THIS SM THEY DESERVE MORE AAAH
THANK YOU SM!!!!!!! They WILL get more… This is a threat and a promise >:3c
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!!!!! I really appreciate the comment💚🧡 It made me scream LMAO
This game was great! I loved the way it was written, especially the first ending.
Thank you so so much for playing!!! I loved watching your video and hearing your commentary.
Just like you said, the story didn’t make the aftermath of Mimiko and Kyouko’s school life apparent… but that’s because this won’t be the end of their story :] More is already in the works!
Once again, thanks so very much for playing and leaving a review. I really do appreciate it. ❤
I gave this a run. It was great! Awesome work.
Thank you so so much for playing my game!!! Your video was an utter delight to watch ❤️ I am so glad you enjoyed it!
This was an awesome game that's beautifully written! Hope you plan to make more projects!!! :)
That means so much to hear ;w; ❤️❤️❤️ I appreciate your words so much! Thank you for playing and enjoying my game ❤️
🤍BEST GAME EVER🖤
Thank you so much for playing my game!! 🤍🖤