✔Romantic Drama ✔Mild Violence ✔Betrayal ✔Steampunk Politics ✔Unjust Systems ✔Friendship ✔Family Conflicts

Steampunk Otome Visual Novel with a rich narrative and compelling character dynamics.

Completely safe for work; no explicit adult content but features emotional and romantic tension suitable for a mature audience.

Approximately 15~20 hours of story content, with two main perspectives and multiple endings to explore.

Moderate; choices in dialogue subtly influence relationship dynamics and lead to different endings, requiring careful thought to unlock specific routes.

Stunning hand-drawn 2D art with a steampunk aesthetic that immerses players in the contrasting worlds of the Heights and Depths.

Runs smoothly across platforms with no significant bugs reported.

High; with two main storylines and multiple endings, players are encouraged to revisit different routes and uncover all narrative possibilities.

🌆 Rich Worldbuilding: Explore the stark contrasts between the utopian Heights and the industrial Depths through a heroine's transformative journey across societal divides.

💔 Emotional Depth: The story skillfully blends romantic tension, personal growth, and societal struggles, creating a compelling narrative.

🎨 Gorgeous Artwork: Stunning 2D CGs bring the steampunk and romantic aesthetics to life, enhancing immersion.

🎵 Atmospheric Soundtrack: A rich score of 23 BGMs perfectly complements the game’s emotional beats and thematic depth.

🤝 Dynamic Character Interactions: Returning and new characters offer engaging relationships and fresh perspectives.

🖼️ Extensive Unlockable Content: Includes three bonus stories—"Cainabel," "A New Theory," and "Grand Ending Story"—with a total of 70 detailed scenes:
- Cainabel: Features 5 scenes each for Eltcreed, Ulrik, Adage, Ines, Fin, Jevite, and Jereme, with 6 scenes for Yune and 20 additional story scenes.
- A New Theory: Includes 4 scenes for Sachsen, 3 for Fin, and 2 others.

These extras ensure both veterans and newcomers can fully engage with the enriched narrative.

"Steam Prison -Beyond the Steam-" revisits the steampunk world of the original game while expanding the story with new characters and adventures. Its focus on interpersonal relationships, political intrigue, and self-discovery offers a satisfying blend of drama and romance.

📖 Player Choices: Decisions directly affect character relationships and steer the story toward different routes. When a choice has an impact, a pop-up icon briefly appears in the corner of the screen, displaying a positive or negative symbol along with a small avatar of the affected character, providing immediate feedback on the outcome.

🎙️ Fully Voiced: Exceptional voice acting adds emotion and depth, making the story even more immersive.

🎼 Compelling Minigame: The "Petit Prison" spot-the-difference minigame provides a fun and lighthearted break, featuring cute chibi characters and lively voiceovers.

Set two years after the Grand Ending of the original game, the story follows our heroine as she embarks on an expedition beyond the Depths into the new land of Cainabel. Alongside returning characters like Ulrik, Adage, and Fin, she meets two new kings, Jevite and Jereme, whose stories intertwine with hers.

The additional story, "A New Theory," explores themes of justice and resilience as the heroine seeks to clear her name with the help of Sachsen, the enigmatic leader of the HOUNDS.

"Steam Prison -Beyond the Steam-" is a richly detailed visual novel and a continuation of the original game, set two years after the "Grand Ending". This installment follows Cyrus Tistella as she embarks on an expedition to the uncharted land of Cainabel, joined by familiar companions like Fin, Ulrik, and Adage, as well as new characters such as Jevite and Jereme. The game expands its world with fresh storylines, introducing new challenges and relationships while maintaining its steampunk aesthetic and emotional depth.

One of the standout features is Cyrus Tistella herself. Even for those not typically drawn to otome games, her striking character design is captivating. The story quickly draws you in with its well-written characters, impactful choices, and dynamic narrative. A unique highlight is the ability to experience events from the perspectives of male characters, adding depth and variety to the storytelling.

Player choices shape the narrative, influencing character relationships and leading to a range of good and bad endings. While the game is traditionally aimed at a female audience, its stunning visuals, interactive elements, and engaging storylines make it appealing to anyone who enjoys richly crafted narratives, regardless of their usual preferences.

Recommended for fans of otome visual novels, steampunk settings, and those who appreciate meaningful character interactions, this title is also a great pick for newcomers to the genre or players seeking a fresh perspective in their gaming experience.

👍 Beautiful Aesthetics: Stunning artwork and steampunk design.

👍 Engaging Characters: Dynamic relationships and meaningful growth.

👍 Replayability: Multiple endings and perspectives encourage replaying.

👍 Voice Acting: Excellent performances bring the cast to life.

👍 Accessibility: Includes a detailed recap for new players.

👎 Short Routes: Some character routes, particularly Sachsen’s, feel rushed and could benefit from more content to fully develop the narrative and relationships.

👎 Limited Romance: More intimate development in relationships would enhance the emotional payoff, and the addition of erotic scenes could have added depth and appeal to the romantic aspects of the game.