Cozy Barista Simulator Coffee Talk Arrives on iOS and Android
The popular indie classic, Coffee Talk: Episode 1, has officially made its way to mobile devices. Publisher Chorus Worldwide and developer Toge Productions have released this unique blend of a visual novel and cafe management simulator for both iOS and Android smartphones.
Players are transported to an alternate Seattle, a vibrant city where humans live side-by-side with elves, orcs, succubi, and various other fantasy creatures. Your role as a barista is to craft and serve a variety of warm beverages, carefully selecting drinks that not only please your customers but also subtly influence their conversations and the unfolding narrative.
The mobile adaptation boasts optimized touch controls and an interface specifically designed for smartphones, ensuring a seamless experience. Importantly, it includes all the original content from the critically acclaimed PC version, allowing mobile users to enjoy the full story and gameplay.
Coffee Talk: Episode 1 can be downloaded for free from Google Play and the App Store, offering players the chance to experience the first day of the story without charge. For those eager to continue their journey and delve deeper into the lives of Seattle's mystical residents, the full game can be purchased for 799 rubles on Android and 899 rubles on iOS.
Meanwhile, Toge Productions is already brewing the next installment in the series, Coffee Talk Tokyo. This new chapter will shift the setting to a bustling night cafe in Tokyo, with its release planned for May 21st on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
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