For enthusiasts of Papers, Please seeking a game with an anime-inspired angle, Neolavi’s upcoming point-and-click adventure, Do You Want To Know Your Oshi?, is worth a look. In this title, you step into the shoes of a secret anime fan who becomes a security guard at the VTuber agency Stellaria, tasked with vetting visitors and safeguarding your favorite virtual idol, Hoshina Luna.
The gameplay involves meticulously comparing visitor documents against daily regulations. Early stages may only require verifying entry permits, but as the game progresses, additional checks are introduced, such as voice verification, X-ray scans of personal items, and thwarting unauthorized entry attempts.
When you encounter anything questionable, you have the option to question the visitor. Some characters will attempt to justify inconsistencies in their paperwork, leaving it to you to decide whether to grant them access or deny entry. Similar to Papers, Please, your choices will influence the game’s narrative and ultimate conclusion.
As you carry out your duties, the story begins to take shape, revealing that Stellaria is not as idyllic as it seems. A sinister atmosphere permeates the agency, underscored by the game’s trailer, which depicts a visitor meeting a tragic end in the lobby. Off-camera, Hoshina Luna’s persona shifts from her cheerful online self to a more detached expression. With the illusion fading, you’re left to question whether adhering to the rules will truly keep your idol safe.
Do You Want To Know Your Oshi is scheduled to launch this fall on Windows (Steam).