How’s your split between otome games vs. otome CDs (situation CDs)?!

[bbeulha]

How much do you listen to otome CDs compared to playing otome games?

Personally, I tend to play other game genres more than otome games, so I usually play those instead.

BUT I am absolutely obsessed with otome CDs...!! Unless something comes up, it's my nightly routine to listen to one before going to bed. It's literally pure healing!

What's your split like? Or do you enjoy both equally? Let me know in the comments!

 

[redcatdream]

I've always been a fan of Otome CDs and have a huge digital collection ~♡
I've only recently had the pleasure to invest in Otome games since it was impossible for me to play due to incompatible devices or lack or resources ><! and I only finished two games and I'm on my third now ~

So I'm more of a 80% Otome CDs/Audio 20% games!
I even considered getting a switch for it at some point but I figured that PC games are more affordable & easily accessible for me so I dropped that plan

 

[bbeulha]

I've always been a fan of Otome CDs and have a huge digital collection ~♡
I've only recently had the pleasure to invest in Otome games since it was impossible for me to play due to incompatible devices or lack or resources ><! and I only finished two games and I'm on my third now ~

So I'm more of a 80% Otome CDs/Audio 20% games!
I even considered getting a switch for it at some point but I figured that PC games are more affordable & easily accessible for me so I dropped that plan

I used to only listen to otome CDs too, but after joining this community, I've been getting more and more interested in games!

Also I actually wanted to get a Nintendo Switch 2 (mostly for other games though), but the cost is no joke

 

[redcatdream]

I used to only listen to otome CDs too, but after joining this community, I've been getting more and more interested in games!

Also I actually wanted to get a Nintendo Switch 2 (mostly for other games though), but the cost is no joke

Yes! The price for Switch games is no joke!!!
Personally, I've always been interested in a few games and finally managed to get my hands on them this year ♡
Other than them I'm slowly starting to get into playing more games and trying to understand the otome game scene but I mostly keep to myself and listen to CDs & situation voice ~

 

[bbeulha]

Yes! The price for Switch games is no joke!!!
Personally, I've always been interested in a few games and finally managed to get my hands on them this year ♡
Other than them I'm slowly starting to get into playing more games and trying to understand the otome game scene but I mostly keep to myself and listen to CDs & situation voice ~

I'm so glad you finally got the games you wanted this year Take your time exploring, and I hope you enjoy both the games and CDs!

 

[Daisy Magnus229]

I play other games more than otome games too. It's just easier to find them with an English option, while otome games rarely get localized (unless there's an unofficial English patch). When I get bored with otome, I just switch to a different genre. For example, after playing Kimi ni Madoi, now I'm playing Unicorn Overlord! lol

As for otome drama CDs... I have way too many of them lol. Luckily, I can hold back now and don't hoard them like I used to. Back then, we didn't have a specific section for drama CDs, so they were requested and shared in the megathread. One time, someone uploaded so many drama CDs in a single Mega link, it was like a feast! lol

If I counted them all up, of course, the drama CDs would win by a landslide lol

 

[nerim-w]

Otome cds by far, im still in uni and I dont have big adult money yet to buy alot of games but thanks to all the kind people on here who share their cds i still get to enjoy otome content!! Truly grateful to all of yall

 

[hydre]

I hear a lot of cd! You can listen to it before bed or from anywhere else!
but I only play games for a short while on weekends

 

[mellowmachi]

I think it's roughly 9:1 for Otome : Drama CD. The Drama CD I used to listen for was more the mixed media project ones like DIG-ROCK and Paradox Live. But recently, thanks to this site, co-purchase group, and everyone who shared & reupload them, I've been enjoying the Tokuten Otome Drama CD more now! It was a pure joy aaaaahhh I love them so much especially after you've finished a route and starving for more content of your fav boys (re: Kyoya lol) <3 it was now my personal reward after finishing certain tasks or hitting a study goals teehee

 

[藍色水珠]

I don't discriminate between otome or BL games; I'm interested in trying out games with a broad appeal.

Currently, I mostly listen to otome drama CDs, including all-ages hypnotic stories and R18 short works. I can finish one in one night, while longer ones take 2-3 days to complete, since Japanese isn't my native language and I need time to understand the content and listen repeatedly.

As long as it helps me relax and relieve stress, I'm also open to fan-made works.

 

[bbeulha]

I play other games more than otome games too. It's just easier to find them with an English option, while otome games rarely get localized (unless there's an unofficial English patch). When I get bored with otome, I just switch to a different genre. For example, after playing Kimi ni Madoi, now I'm playing Unicorn Overlord! lol

As for otome drama CDs... I have way too many of them lol. Luckily, I can hold back now and don't hoard them like I used to. Back then, we didn't have a specific section for drama CDs, so they were requested and shared in the megathread. One time, someone uploaded so many drama CDs in a single Mega link, it was like a feast! lol

If I counted them all up, of course, the drama CDs would win by a landslide lol

I totally agree, I really wish more otome games had multiple language options!
Also I hope I can build up a huge collection of CDs and binge-listen to them all day too one day!!

 

[bbeulha]

Otome cds by far, im still in uni and I dont have big adult money yet to buy alot of games but thanks to all the kind people on here who share their cds i still get to enjoy otome content!! Truly grateful to all of yall

I completely feel you!! I'm always so grateful to everyone who shares their CDs here as well Let's enjoy them together!

 

[bbeulha]

I hear a lot of cd! You can listen to it before bed or from anywhere else!
but I only play games for a short while on weekends

That sounds like a great routine!! I play games daily to do my daily quests and listen to CDs almost every day too, so I'm always busy
But taking time to play games on the weekend and enjoying CDs every night sounds so relaxing!

 

[bbeulha]

I think it's roughly 9:1 for Otome : Drama CD. The Drama CD I used to listen for was more the mixed media project ones like DIG-ROCK and Paradox Live. But recently, thanks to this site, co-purchase group, and everyone who shared & reupload them, I've been enjoying the Tokuten Otome Drama CD more now! It was a pure joy aaaaahhh I love them so much especially after you've finished a route and starving for more content of your fav boys (re: Kyoya lol) <3 it was now my personal reward after finishing certain tasks or hitting a study goals teehee

Listening to the special Drama CD after finishing your fave's route sounds like absolute heaven!!
It's such a great motivation to clear the game!

 

[bbeulha]

I don't discriminate between otome or BL games; I'm interested in trying out games with a broad appeal.

Currently, I mostly listen to otome drama CDs, including all-ages hypnotic stories and R18 short works. I can finish one in one night, while longer ones take 2-3 days to complete, since Japanese isn't my native language and I need time to understand the content and listen repeatedly.

As long as it helps me relax and relieve stress, I'm also open to fan-made works.

Same here! Since Japanese isn't my first language either, I can't catch 100% of it on the first try so I listen multiple times—but it never gets old!

 

[Hayate Sasa]

Lately, I've been into otome CDs more than games.
Since CDs have a set playback time, they're easier to get into, and the quality has improved significantly over the past few years, so I'm really into otome CDs right now.

 

[bbeulha]

Lately, I've been into otome CDs more than games.
Since CDs have a set playback time, they're easier to get into, and the quality has improved significantly over the past few years, so I'm really into otome CDs right now.

So true!! You can multitask while listening to otome CDs, and with spatial audio these days, the immersion is just insane! I'm totally obsessed with them too

 

[jinodi]

I only found out about Otome CD earlier this year..! I've completely fallen for Otome CD I'm not usually that into games, so I've never played otome games before, but seeing so many people talking about this one made me want to try it Plus, many of the voice actors I know from otome CDs appear in otome CD games, so I'm really curious! You might be able to play it soon~

 

[star light]

I play games more often than I listen to otome CDs.
That's because I concentrate really hard when I listen to otome CDs.
I get a little tired afterward.

 

[bbeulha]

저는 올해 초에야 오토메 CD를 알게 됐어요..! 오토메 CD에 완전 푹 빠졌답니다 원래 게임을 그렇게 좋아하는 편은 아니라서 오토메 게임은 해본 적이 없었는데, 여기 많은 분들이 게임 얘기를 하시는 걸 보니 저도 한번 해보고 싶어졌어요 게다가 오토메 CD를 통해 알게 된 성우분들이 오토메 CD 게임에 많이 나오셔서 궁금하네요! 아마 곧 플레이하게 될지도 몰라요~

Oh wow! You know so much about otome CDs that I totally thought you'd been listening to them for a long time, but you just started early this year?! I didn't know much about otome games either, but I'm getting more and more interested after joining this forum lol. Let's get into the games together!

 

[bbeulha]

I play games more often than I listen to otome CDs.
That's because I concentrate really hard when I listen to otome CDs.
I get a little tired afterward.

I totally get that drained feeling! Since I don't understand Japanese 100%, I use so much brain power trying to piece the story together with the words I do know lol. But honestly, I think that's exactly why it helps me fall asleep so much faster!

 

[makotoqwq01]

I definitely listen to otome CDs more than I play otome games! I love otome games too, but sometimes I just don't have the energy to sit down and play, whereas I can listen to a CD while relaxing or before going to sleep.

Otome CDs are honestly such a big part of my daily routine now. I especially love getting attached to the characters and listening to my favorite VAs. And let's be honest, a possessive or obsessive LI with a voice I love is enough to make my day (๑˃ᴗ˂)ﻭ ♡

 

[ringring677]

I listen to otome cds like almost every day!! otome games only occasionally like even once per 3,4 months.. i mostly play pc otome games and they're very short and very few... :)
I think that's the case for most people unless you're playing otome games like love and deepspace

 

[jinodi]

헉 오토메cd에 대해 잘 알고 계셔서 오래 들으신 줄 알았는데 올해 초부터였군요!
저도 오토메 게임은 잘 몰랐는데 여기 포럼에 들어오고나서 점점 흥미가 생기는 중이에욬ㅋㅋㅋ게임에도 같이 입문해봐요

I think I posted it in Korean..! I used a translator a lot, but some of the answers were in Korean It seems there might be a bug! It seems like you answered in Korean on purpose, but I think the rule here is to use standard English. I'm sorry for the inconvenience caused by my mistake I think it would be better to change the answer to English now Sorry for the inconvenience;;

 

[Mahiruuuu]

I play otome games a lot more than listening to otome CDs unfortunately Honestly, i only found out about otome CDs quite late so i only know a few, but now i occasionally listen to them before bed or when i study