LoveR Kiss: Endless Memories announced for Switch, PC

Published on 9 Jul 2025

You know, some games just have a way of sticking around. They burrow into a little niche, find an audience, and then, just when you think you’ve seen the last of them, they pop up again somewhere totally unexpected. It’s like running into an old friend in a different city. That’s exactly how I felt when I saw the news. A jolt of caffeine-fueled surprise on an otherwise normal Tuesday morning.

Kadokawa Games’ romantic… photography… simulator?… LoveR is one of those games. And now, it’s back. Again.

Wait, So What Exactly is Going On With LoveR Kiss: Endless Memories?

Let me get this straight, because the timeline is a little messy. The original LoveR came out for the PlayStation 4 way back in 2019. It was a fascinating, if slightly flawed, creation from the mind of Ichiro Sugiyama, a man who is basically royalty in the world of high-school romance VNs. Then, in 2020, an updated version called LoveR Kiss landed on both the PS4 and, surprisingly, the Nintendo Switch. It added a new romanceable character (a teacher, for a different flavor) and polished a few things up.

And that, I thought, was that. A cool, niche title for the Japanese market, a "you had to be there" kind of experience for importers and dedicated fans. But no.

Now, publisher Sweet One has announced LoveR Kiss: Endless Memories announced for Switch, PC via Steam. And that changes everything. The Switch rerelease is one thing—the console is a haven for visual novels and JRPGs, a perfect fit for this kind of game, much like it is for massive adventures like Xenoblade Chronicles. But a PC release? On Steam? That’s a global stage. That’s accessibility. That means there's a very, *very* good chance this quirky little gem is finally getting an official English localization.

And I've got to admit, I'm genuinely excited about that.

The Sugiyama Touch: It's All About the Camera

To understand why this game is more than just another dating sim, you have to understand its creator. Ichiro Sugiyama. The man's resume is legendary for fans of the genre. He was the producer and scenario writer for Kimi Kiss and, more importantly, the phenomenal Amagami—a game so beloved it’s basically the gold standard for omnibus-format romance stories (meaning each girl’s route is its own self-contained universe).

But then he made Photo Kano. And that’s where the camera came in.

LoveR is the spiritual successor to Photo Kano. The core loop isn't just talking to girls and picking the right dialogue options. No, that would be too simple. You’re a member of the photography club. Your goal is to get to know a handful of distinct, wonderfully characterized girls, and, well, take their pictures. The "Photo Session" mechanic is the heart of the game. You're not just clicking a button; you're directing a photoshoot. You're asking for poses, changing angles, waiting for the perfect moment—all while interacting with the character in real-time.

It sounds a little weird on paper, I'll grant you. But in practice, it’s an incredibly clever way to gamify the process of building intimacy and capturing personality. It’s less about being a passive reader and more about being an active participant. Think of it this way: in a normal visual novel, you learn about a character through text. Here, you learn about them through how they react to your camera—their shyness, their confidence, their playful side. It’s a completely different kind of interactive adventure.

The frustrating thing, for years, was that this unique experience was locked behind a language barrier. Now, that barrier might finally be coming down.

Why This PC Port is a Bigger Deal Than You Think

Bringing a game like this to PC is a statement. The PC, especially Steam, has become the de facto home for visual novels in the West. It’s a platform where niche genres can thrive without needing a massive marketing budget or a physical print run. It’s a place where a game from 2019 can find a brand new, hungry audience. Honestly, it’s a pro-consumer move that reminds me of the recent trend of publishers ditching their proprietary launchers in favor of Steam's user-friendly ecosystem.

But my optimism comes with a healthy dose of caution, born from years of seeing these kinds of ports go wrong. Will the translation be good? That’s the million-dollar question. A bad localization can absolutely kill a game that relies so heavily on character and nuance. Will there be any content changes or censorship? It's always a possibility.

I keep coming back to the subtitle, though: *Endless Memories*. It’s new. It wasn't part of the *Kiss* release. This suggests that this isn't just a straight port. It implies new content, maybe new scenarios, new photos, new… memories to make. It's a tantalizing prospect. It tells me this isn't just a cash-grab; it's a genuine effort to create the definitive version of the game.

So, will I be double-dipping? Triple-dipping, at this point? Absolutely. For the chance to finally play this thing in English, on my PC, with what I hope is the complete, definitive experience? Sign me up. The real question isn’t whether I’ll buy it, but which girl’s route I’ll try to capture first.

Your Burning Questions About LoveR Kiss

So, what is LoveR Kiss, exactly? Is it just a dating sim?

Yes and no. At its core, it's a romance visual novel where you try to win the heart of one of six girls (or a teacher in the *Kiss* version). But its main gameplay hook is the photography system. You'll spend a lot of time in "Photo Sessions," actively directing photoshoots to get the perfect picture and grow closer to the characters. It's more interactive than your standard visual novel.

Do I need to have played the original LoveR on PS4?

Not at all. *LoveR Kiss: Endless Memories* is set to be the most complete version of the game. It includes the extra character and scenarios from the *Kiss* version, and the new subtitle "Endless Memories" even suggests there might be additional new content. You can jump right in here without missing anything.

What's the deal with the photography mechanic? Is it creepy?

This is a common concern, but it's handled pretty tastefully within the game's context. You're part of the school's photography club, and the girls you interact with are models for your project. It's all consensual and framed as a collaborative, creative process. It's less about voyeurism and more about capturing their personality and expressions as your relationship develops.

Will LoveR Kiss: Endless Memories actually have an English translation?

This is the big one. While an official English translation hasn't been 100% confirmed at the moment of this writing, the announcement of a PC release via Steam makes it extremely likely. Publishers rarely put a text-heavy game on a global platform like Steam without intending to translate it. We're all keeping our fingers crossed for an official confirmation soon!