Crunchyroll Launches Anime Rom-Com Pub Encounter on Android

Pub Encounter brings fresh romance to Crunchyroll's Mobile Game Vault as an otome visual novel from Dogenzaka Lab. Step into a nostalgic pub where you'll encounter a cast of refined middle-aged gentlemen.

A unique romantic premise

The story unfolds at Audire, an elegant bar with timeless charm. Breaking from typical otome tropes, it features worldly male characters with depth and maturity. This refreshing approach offers more grounded romantic storytelling.

Developed by The Men of Yoshiwara creators, the game maintains their signature visual novel format with branching relationship paths.

Each suitor presents compelling depth - from corporate strategist Sanosuke Sawamura masking vulnerability with wit, to the enigmatic Yamato Nishina with his quiet intensity. Literary mind Iori Sazanami struggles with romance beyond fiction, while observant bartender Akira Kokonoe guides others' love stories better than his own. Playful actor Toma Kiriya completes this diverse cast.

Experience a preview of the game below:

Branching narratives with emotional depth

Player decisions shape meaningful relationships ranging from romance to friendship, delivering authentic character development through realistic interactions.

Visually stunning artwork highlights expressive details like mature eyes, complemented by partial Japanese voice acting and a poignant soundtrack. The mobile version includes scene replay and progress saving, while collectible CGs incentivize exploring different story branches.

Available through Crunchyroll subscriptions on Google Play.

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