Heart Cage

Heart Cage

Released Nov 2025

Yandere x Otome x Mystery A mystery Otome game with all yandere love interest, play as a detective and find out the truth!

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Evaluation

Heart Cage launched on November 13, 2025 as a complete otome mystery visual novel by solo developer Rice (RiceLoveCoffee). On December 31, 2025 [NEWS-1], the developer published a detailed New Year's post outlining a confirmed roadmap of post-launch DLC: a free Clark Route story targeting Q2 2026, two paid short story packs ("Before the War" and "Inside") planned for January–February 2026, a paid Digital Artbook, and the Original Soundtrack. The developer also mentioned actively considering an additional route for a character named N, and a sweet dates DLC. Two of these items — the Soundtrack [DLC-1] and a DLC titled "Before and After" [DLC-2] — are already listed on the Steam store but remain unreleased with no release date attached. All of the stated release targets have now passed. The January–February 2026 window for "Before the War" and "Inside" has passed, and the Q2 2026 window for the Clark Route has passed — yet there have been no announcements, patch notes, or any developer communication since December 31, 2025. The two unreleased DLC entries on the store confirm the content is still pending. The combination of announced content that hasn't arrived and complete developer silence since December 31, 2025 — now over eight months ago — raises genuine uncertainty about whether the planned content is still being actively developed on the originally communicated schedule.
Evidence
Developer confirmed a roadmap of upcoming DLC: free Clark Route (Q2 2026), two paid short story packs planned for January–February 2026, a Digital Artbook, and an Original Soundtrack. Also actively considering a route for character N and a sweet dates DLC.
news post · Dec 31, 2025 source content planned
high
Last developer communication on record. All DLC targets (January–February 2026 and Q2 2026) have since passed with no follow-up posts or announcements confirming releases or delays.
news post · Dec 31, 2025 source ambiguous
high

Content

2 of 2 released · no outstanding content

Details

Developer
Publisher
RiceLoveCoffee
Achievements
31
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

Yandere x Otome x Mystery!!

You are a detective who has just moved to a new town. You are involved in a serial killer case, and three mysterious residents (Or more?!) are approaching you!

Don't trust anyone! But... can you?

Game features

♥Dive into a captivating world with centered around charming yandere characters! Experience 15-20+ hours of gameplay.

♥ Experience a fully voiced story with over 200+ stunning CGs and 20+ unique endings to unlock!

♥ Each route have at least 4 or above sex events!

♥ Indulge in a heartwarming story where you’re showered with love and attention from every character!

♥ Feel the 100% suspense as you navigate romance while unraveling deep mysteries!

♥ Each character boasts their own quirks, with some being non-human, perfectly catering to your wildest fantasies!

♥ Engage in investigative gameplay that lets you step into the shoes of a detective.

♥ Experience a unique otome game infused with thrilling Cthulhu elements!

Character info

MC-Orli Anticia (Can be renamed)

Originally working as a detective at the Clark's Detective Agency in the city, she temporarily moved to Usodar town due to a sudden and mysterious commission. She has a cheerful and kind personality, with strong powers of observation and intuition.

She have a difficult childhood shadow that cannot be erased.

Dane Godioby

CV: Nick Chang

A resident of Usodar Town, he is the new landlord of MC and operates a charming pet café located downstairs from her office. With the warmth of a gentle big brother, he brews world-class coffee and takes exceptional care of her. Always the first to come to her aid in times of danger, he seems to know an extraordinary amount about her—bordering on obsession.

Luke Errahwin

CV: John Patneaude

A spy investigator who arrived from out of town a few months ago.

He exudes an air of idleness and nonchalance. With his charming demeanor and warm personality, he quickly won the hearts of the locals. However, beneath this pleasant exterior lies a hidden agenda. A particular trait of MC has captured his attention, and he watches her closely, like a hawk.

No prey can ever escape his keen observation.

Enox HarvardAff

CV: Corey Wilder

A resident of Usodar Town, he claims to be a chemist, but both his identity and occupation remain shrouded in mystery. Until he met MC, who had just arrived in town, he had little contact with anyone. Her presence has completely upended his life, leaving him with a complex mix of love and resentment toward her.

Sid Whiteknight

CV: Logan Fletcher

MC’s childhood friend, he works as a detective at the Clark Detective Agency but is often absent, functioning as a phantom employee about 80% of the time. Despite his frequent disappearances, he consistently completes assignments with impressive speed. A skilled detective, much about his background remains a mystery.

Though he often seems indifferent to MC, he truly cares for her deeply.

G#

CV: Harold Ingram

He is the lead vocalist of the renowned indie heavy metal band, SOUL.

With a lively and energetic demeanor, he exudes a playful charisma that attracts many fans. He frequently hovers around MC, flirting with her in an attempt to capture her attention. Although he seems to share a good rapport with Dane, there is an underlying tension between them that suggests some private resentment.

Clark Marbury(His route will be updated for free in a future update.)

CV: Brandon P Jenkins

The owner of Clark's Detective Agency and MC's boss.

He is a former police officer who has vowed to assist MC in uncovering the truth behind her parents' murder, secretly offering her protection along the way. Having known Dane for many years, he presents an image of unreliability, but beneath that facade lies a serious determination; he will stop at nothing to achieve his goals.

Last evaluated Sep 24, 2026
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