【Memories Off】25th Anniversary Release! A completely new entry, Memories Off Sousou ~Not always true~, is now available in the acclaimed romantic adventure series, Memories Off!

The protagonist of this story, Ichiki Kusumegi, is supposedly an ordinary second-year high school student—except he carries the fate of having a fiancée he has never even seen. Upon turning 17, he is to be told the identity of his fiancée—a somewhat unusual setup for modern times that immediately draws the player into the story. And in the midst of his everyday life, he meets his senior, Sae Sunomiya. Meeting her becomes a special moment that teaches Ichiki what it truly means to fall in love for the first time. Torn between “love” and “promise,” Ichiki’s heart wavers—and then enters his childhood friend, Nene Amou, seemingly caught up in the unfolding drama. This story, where the perspectives and motives of these three characters intersect, goes beyond a simple romance to delicately portray the subtleties of human relationships.

In the Memories Off series, character design significantly shapes the impression of each title. For this installment, Mitsumi Sasaki—widely loved for his work on the first and second games—returns to the role. The characters he brings to life carry a sense of nostalgia, while also exuding a fresh atmosphere. Each expression conveys the characters’ emotions more vividly than words, providing a solid foundation for player empathy. The production quality, which fully utilizes the strengths of the visual novel format, is also exceptionally high.

The word “Sousou” in the title carries more than just a pleasant ring—it holds deeper meaning. Pairs, duality, opposites, or perhaps past and present, truth and illusion—every theme in this game presents some kind of “twofold” contrast. And the subtitle “Not always true” begins to resonate with increasing weight as the story progresses. Players are led to question what is true and what emotions each character is hiding as they witness the choices and fates of the three. There, layered and intertwined, are countless emotions that cannot be contained by a single answer.

The setting is autumn in Shonan. The sea, the wind, and the somewhat melancholic sunsets add a sense of sorrow and clarity to the entire narrative. The setting, three years after the previous title “SINce Memories,” adds depth to the backdrop, offering many moments that naturally evoke memories for long-time fans. The atmosphere of this region echoes the emotional turmoil of the characters, supporting the story and leaving unforgettable scenery etched in the hearts of players.

“Memories Off Sousou ~Not always true~” is a story of complex and sincere human relationships that goes far beyond the boundaries of a mere “romance game.” What is love? What does it mean to express your feelings? This title tackles such universal themes head-on, prompting players to reflect within their own hearts. Experience the weight and emotion of these 25 years for yourself.