Arcade Spirits

In an alternate 20XX where the 1983 video game crash never happened, you take a job at the Funplex, a popular arcade. You create the protagonist, choosing their name, pronouns, and appearance before joining the arcade’s coworkers and regulars.

The story is told as a visual novel through conversations and decisions about how to respond to situations at work and with the people around you. Choices express personality traits such as kindness, humor, or boldness, while IRIS tracks those traits and your relationships.

You can build friendships or pursue romance with the cast, and the game offers seven romanceable characters. Decisions in relationships and crisis situations can affect the Funplex’s future and the story’s outcomes.

Positive reviewers often enjoy the alternate-history arcade setting, the cast, and the warm story of building connections at the Funplex. Some also appreciate shaping the protagonist through personality choices and customization. Critical reviewers frequently find the dialogue cheesy or repetitive, the reading-heavy play too passive, or choices less consequential than they expected.