Dōkyūsei: Bangin' Summer
Dōkyūsei is a seminal classic of the dating sim genre that first blew Japan's mind in 1992. This updated remake adds HD art, optional modern features, and for the first time ever, a global release.
Dōkyūsei: Bangin' Summer is a dating sim, romance and visual novel game
developed by ELF and Shiravune
and published by Shiravune.
Released on April 14th 2022 is available only on Windows
in 3 languages: English, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
It has received 1,709 reviews of which 1,598 were positive and 111 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. 😎
The game is currently priced at 6.71€ on Steam and has a 60% discount.
The Steam community has classified Dōkyūsei: Bangin' Summer into these genres:
Media & Screenshots
Get an in-depth look at Dōkyūsei: Bangin' Summer through various videos and screenshots.
Requirements
These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.
Windows
- OS *: Windows 8.1/10
- Processor: Intel Core i Series
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: 256MB VRAM
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 7 GB available space
- Sound Card: PCM support
- Additional Notes: Recommended resolution: 1920 x 1080
Reviews
Explore reviews from Steam users sharing their experiences and what they love about the game.
Had a lot of fun playing this, won't say it has the greatest mechanics but they never bothered me. Lots of characters that are great to interact with. Great dating sim (:
Read more
dating sim with interesting mechanic where to get a certain girl you sometime have to plan days ahead (in-game) and getting close to another girl just to unlock her route. 18+ patch exists for free but honestly the hcgs that ive seen so far (3-4 routes) are kinda short ( i mean way too short, like 10-20 lines of dialogues ) and sometimes nothing really happens in it.
Read more
I actually have a lot to say about this game. I don't necessarily want to say it in a Steam review. If you're the kind of person that might have an interest in this kind of game, play it. Get the 18+ patch. Adjust the walk speed in the options to make the overworld segments seem less janky. If I spoiled any of the details that someone interested in Dokyusei might find by playing it, I would be doing them a disservice. Instead, I will provide a list of Pro Tips that you might see in a late 90s/ early 00s GamePro magazine. Pro Tip: If you're going to meet the fortune teller, make it the first thing you do that day. They could potentially "predict" an event you've already triggered if you go later. Pro Tip: The characters in the game are aware of your gaze. In some cases, you can use this to your advantage. Pro Tip: If a wizard in a fourth-dimensional house offers you the opportunity to rewind time, it might be worth it to reject the offer. Pro Tip: The freaks come out at night. Pro Tip: You can hang out in front of the movie theater in Yabuki without buying a ticket or being accompanied by a date. Pro Tip: What's that in Chiharu's window? Pro Tip: If the way forward does not seem clear, examine everything in the scene multiple times. Pro Tip: When answering a multiple choice question with a definite answer, carefully read all the possible choices before making your selection. Pro Tip: In your apartment, checking the window does not cost additional time. Pro Tip: If you have somewhere to be at a specific time, it might behoove you to head there 2 or 3 hours early. Though I do have some issues with the game, they are mostly trivial. For instance, on the fast-travel map, the text heading for the fortune teller uses a controversial word. Manually traversing the map feels a little awkward. When I first started Dokyusei, I didn't know what I was in for. I'm glad I stuck with it. Over the course of the game, my impression went from "this is a game I should be ashamed to be playing" to "this is one of the best games I've ever played, and I don't care who knows I played it."
Read more
Dokyusei is a slice of life dating sim. It holds the honor of being one of the first; the amount of heart it has is quite staggering, although some of the more raunchy humor might put some people off. It's a coming of age story, each of the girls routes hold different aspects of these lessons; and notably a lot of the routes are tied together, it's not just branches, they're intertwined, which is rather refreshing. It makes the city feel lived in. Just running into the various characters on their day to day tasks even outside of the events tells you a lot about them. It's difficult to really go into much without spoiling, but I will recommend something I don't typically talk much about, I heavily recommend the 18+ patch, as this being a coming of age story, romance and sex have quite a bit of a hold on the narrative and growth of it's lead. Without the 18+ patch a lot of dialogue gets toned down and even the heavier themes not even relating to sex get severely toned down and cleaned up. I know why they split this into a clean version and a patched version, but quite honestly the writing is significantly worse in the "clean" version. If you want to see where the dating sim genre started to blossom, and have a lovable cast and a good time, then Dokyusei is for you, there's even an easier mode for folks who don't want to remember event timings, although this can lead to the occasional erroneous result here and there.
Read more
First of all, if you're playing this type of game you should know there's an uncensor patch you need to apply before starting. That takes care of all the "censored" complaints you may see in any other review. Second of all, know that this is a high quality game with a fantastic English translation - it's not like the hordes of cheap hentai machine translated games that flood Steam these days. Now then, Dokyusei is a remake of a classic and beloved 90s PC-98 Japanese Dating Sim by esteemed developer ELF. If you're familiar with their other games or the genre, you know what you're getting into. If you're not familiar, then be advised these classic dating sims do not hold your hand. They can be cryptic, open ended, full of red herrings, and really force you to get into that pen and paper "I must write down everything" mentality. They aren't like modern streamlined visual novels or dating sims. Thankfully, this remake offers an "easy/casual" mode for modern audiences just looking to enjoy the story and characters - this mode is what the review is based on. This mode basically has a calendar showing when and where each event "flag" with a girl is and you can even select a flag to jump directly to the desired event so there's no need to experiment and write down when and where each girl will appear in what part of town. But even then you still have to watch out for information in dialogue as pre-arranged times and locations for dates. There's also a bit of resource management where you need to do various tasks to acquire money that can be used at certain points to buy things and impress the girls, but it's pretty simple to be honest. These little bits of gameplay keep it interactive and enjoyable. As for the story, it's fairly straightforward. You play a senior highschool student who wants to make the most of his summer break and highschool life. How you ask? By getting a girlfriend of course. The narrative is structured around meeting various girls around town, getting to know them, and bonding with them. By the end of summer, if you've played your cards correctly, you can choose to confess to one and get a girlfriend! The cast of girls are all varied ranging from kouhais to the "ideal highschool sweetheart" to older women. They're somewhat based on common archetypes, but I found most of them actually decently well written and multifaceted, which can be more than said for some VNs. Romance aside, the writing is fun, energetic, perverted, and memorable mostly because the main character has a strong and defined personality. He really bounces well off the girls whether you play him as a more sensitive guy or full on pervert. There has been some censorship from the (first) original release toning down some of the rauchiness for mordern sensibilities, but the overall spirit of the game is intact. I found myself laughing and being fully invested in the characters and plot. Personally I found the graphics excellent. The devs have managed to bring the style and spirit of the old drawings into a more modern anime look. I think if you didn't grow up with the original you'll have no issues with the art, but even if you did it's still very good. In terms of audio, the soundtrack is serviceable and the voice acting is top notch. Of course I don't speak native Japanese, but I didn't find anything jarring with any of the VAs except maybe Reiko, but that was admittedly more of a weird mental disconnect for me seeing a 25 year old act like a housewife in her 40s. Overall, I recognized that the voice acting really added to the experience. Anyways, if you're already looking at this game and reading this review, you clearly have an interest in the genre. It's pretty rare to get such a high quality remake of an old VN/dating sim so I'd support the devs on that alone. And hey, you might even end getting a new waifu in the process. 9/10 - would replay again when my dad isn't watching.
Read more
Similar games
View all
Sucker for Love: Date to Die For
Put the ‘love’ in 'Lovecraftian horror!' Avoid the fanatical cultists and survive dangerous rituals to escape the Black Woods with your life in this 90’s anime inspired visual novel!
Sucker for Love: First Date
Put the 'love' in 'Lovecraftian horror'! Perform terrifying rituals to win the affections of eldritch horrors and smooch 'em... at any cost!
Little Busters! English Edition
Capturing the hearts of countless fans since 2007, Little Busters! is an emotional visual novel from Key, the minds behind Angel Beats! and CLANNAD. This special English release supports touch controls and dynamic switching between English and Japanese text, and is in HD for the first time on PC.
WHITE ALBUM: Memories like Falling Snow
The classic visual novel from AQUAPLUS that launched one of Japan's most beloved franchises, WHITE ALBUM is a story of love in many forms. Will a couple cling together, or drift apart on the cold wind? The album of their relationship will be as white as snow, and as poignant.
The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart
Once upon a time, after his mother passed away, a boy called Nora felt all alone in the world. He spent every day with his unique and kind hearted friends until one fateful day, he had a chance encounter with a princess from the Netherworld.
Ethereal Enigma
A choice-driven, slice of life visual novel featuring full voice-over and an intricate relationship system!
Otaku's Adventure
"Otaku's Adventure" is a different kind of AVG.The story tells of an Otaku who has been single for many years and thirst for love. While he inadvertently embarks on a fantastic journey, he eventually wins girls' love. The game combines storytelling with alternative TAKAGISM, and mini-games.
Select Oblige
Select Oblige is the latest title from the popular Japanese visual novel brand Madosoft. It features character design and artwork by renowned illustrator Hiyo Yuzuna, with the story crafted by Shoukei Wakaba. The main heroines are voiced by Hana Akino, Kanau, Ren Sagami, and Yuuka Nanakusa.
Kaori After Story
Kaori After Story is a slice-of-life, relationship-centric comedy sequel to ACE Academy; fully voiced and extensively interactive!
Love, Money, Rock'n'Roll
Love, Money, Rock'n'Roll: the romanticism of the Eighties, mystery and intrigues, betrayal and sacrifice, hatred and passion — all this and more in the new game from the creators of the legendary visual novel Everlasting Summer!
Data sources
The information presented on this page is sourced from reliable APIs to ensure accuracy and relevance. We utilize the Steam API to gather data on game details, including titles, descriptions, prices, and user reviews. This allows us to provide you with the most up-to-date information directly from the Steam platform.
Additionally, we incorporate data from the SteamSpy API, which offers insights into game sales and player statistics. This helps us present a comprehensive view of each game's popularity and performance within the gaming community.
Last Updates
| Steam data | 22 November 2024 03:13 |
|---|---|
| SteamSpy data | 18 January 2025 14:55 |
| Steam price | 22 January 2025 20:24 |
| Steam reviews | 21 January 2025 16:04 |
Online players
3
Developer
ELF,
Shiravune
Publisher
Shiravune
Release
14 Apr 2022
Platforms