Saving Mrs. Hinako
Released Mar 2024
In this visual novel by Studio Pork, make a strong-willed yet acquiescent, pure-hearted but rebellious housewife fall in love with you!
87% positive · 139 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Saving Mrs. Hinako is a self-contained visual novel developed by Studio Pork and published by Shiravune. It launched on March 11, 2024. The sole developer post following launch (March 12, 2024) was a standard release announcement with no mention of DLC, updates, or future content plans. The store description presents a complete narrative with a defined cast and story premise — consistent with a finished, standalone product. There are no DLC listings, no roadmap, no season pass, and no developer communication suggesting additional content is planned or in development. Visual novels of this type are typically released as complete products with no post-launch content cycle, and nothing in the available information contradicts that pattern.
Evidence
Publisher announced the game is out now. No mention of DLC, updates, or post-launch content plans.
Store description presents a complete, self-contained visual novel story with a defined cast and narrative premise, consistent with a finished product.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Shiravune
Achievements
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Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
"Whoa... You're Kiichi, aren't ya?!"
My next-door neighbor is none other than Hinako, the older girl who I used to know back during my childhood. All the memories from my childhood come flooding back to me. It's just as nostalgic as it is surprising.
When Kiichi moves into a new apartment after transferring from a technical school to a university, his next-door neighbor happens to be Hinako, a former delinquent once feared by many back in their hometown.
Seeing Hinako is still as beautiful and cool as when they were younger digs up long-buried memories, rekindling Kiichi’s forgotten crush. However, there is one poignant difference this time around—Hinako is now a married mom!
Hinako Kurose
Voice: Kazuha
Hinako’s tumultuous journey into delinquency sprouted from cracks in her strained relationship with her father. In her late teens, she entered into a dubious relationship with her current husband and eventually married him.
With her unapologetically wild demeanor, she wields a tongue that could cut glass. However, beneath this rough exterior is a whole lot of heart—which tends to land her in her fair share of overly friendly situations...
Due to her challenging upbringing, she dreams of building a joyful and happy home.
My next-door neighbor is none other than Hinako, the older girl who I used to know back during my childhood. All the memories from my childhood come flooding back to me. It's just as nostalgic as it is surprising.
FEATURES
- A heartfelt visual novel
- Japanese voice acting
STORY
When Kiichi moves into a new apartment after transferring from a technical school to a university, his next-door neighbor happens to be Hinako, a former delinquent once feared by many back in their hometown.
Seeing Hinako is still as beautiful and cool as when they were younger digs up long-buried memories, rekindling Kiichi’s forgotten crush. However, there is one poignant difference this time around—Hinako is now a married mom!
CHARACTER
Hinako Kurose
Voice: Kazuha
Hinako’s tumultuous journey into delinquency sprouted from cracks in her strained relationship with her father. In her late teens, she entered into a dubious relationship with her current husband and eventually married him.
With her unapologetically wild demeanor, she wields a tongue that could cut glass. However, beneath this rough exterior is a whole lot of heart—which tends to land her in her fair share of overly friendly situations...
Due to her challenging upbringing, she dreams of building a joyful and happy home.
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Last evaluated Jun 20, 2026
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