Idoly Pride, the current entry into the thriving idol management simulation category, releases internationally

Idoly Pride, a game about managing idols that was previously only available in Japan, is now available around the world. Players in this unique take on the genre will assume the role of an idol company manager tasked with developing a roster of performers to the top of their field in every way, from vocal ability to physical appearance.

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The similarities between Hatsune Miku: Colourful Stage and BanG Dream! Women Band Party! demonstrate that games of this type feature more than just pretty girls and good music, and they have become a popular subgenre within the larger gacha sphere of mobile gaming. Instead, it seems like all of these games have a strong emphasis on story and character development.

In this way, Idol Pride is not unique. The game puts players in charge of Hoshimi Productions, where they can collect various idols using a gacha system. It’s then up to you to decide how to develop your company, whether by levelling up your favourites or by min-maxing the greatest characters to become the largest company in Japan.

The ladies will be sent to various classes, and you will add your own touches to make them as beautiful as possible before giving them specific instructions on how to perform their own musical pieces.

Naturally, there will be a lot of story interludes that break up the loop of the game between these gameplay segments. You’ll get to know your team better and develop sentiment for them thanks to these vignettes, which will shed light on the motivations behind everyone’s shared pursuit of idol industry success.

If the idea of a well-written rhythm game that also serves as a narrative-driven role-playing game appeals to you, you can grab Idoly Pride from one of the two download links down below.