Just when Dragami Games thought they had everything figured out, Steam pulled the rug out from under them. LoveR Kiss Endless Memories was supposed to launch on Valve’s platform on November 27, 2025, marking the franchise’s first official English release and PC debut. Then, in late October, the game got delisted with no explanation beyond “various circumstances.” But instead of accepting defeat, Dragami Games moved fast. The game is still hitting November 27, just on different platforms. GOG and DLsite are the new home for what could have been a significant entry in the dating sim market.
What happened behind the scenes remains unclear, but one thing is certain: this game was too good to let die.
The Sudden Steam Delisting
Everything was on track until mid-October. Dragami Games had announced LoveR Kiss Endless Memories for a November 27 release on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2. A Steam store page went live. A demo was supposed to drop during Steam Next Fest. Then, on October 24, the demo was delayed. Three days later, October 27, came the bombshell: the game was being delisted from Steam.
The official statement was vague: “Due to various circumstances, it has become difficult to release the game on Steam.” No specifics. No explanation of what those circumstances were. Just gone. For a game that had been planned for Steam months in advance, with an existing store page and marketing already underway, the sudden removal raised immediate questions.
Industry observers and fans quickly connected the dots to ongoing issues with payment processors. Visa, Mastercard, and other payment services have been pressuring platforms to delist games featuring content they consider brand risks. Dating sims and games with suggestive character designs have been frequent targets. While LoveR Kiss Endless Memories doesn’t contain explicit content, some of its character designs include revealing costumes, which may have triggered payment processor concerns.
GOG and DLsite to the Rescue
What could have been a complete disaster turned into a quick recovery. Within days, Dragami Games announced an alternative plan. The PC version of LoveR Kiss Endless Memories will launch on GOG.com and DLsite on November 27, exactly on the original schedule. No delay. No cancellation. Just a platform change.
From a gamer’s perspective, this is actually good news. GOG is known for releasing DRM-free versions of games, meaning you own the game without any digital rights management restrictions. The DLsite version will also be DRM-free. Compare this to Steam, where you’re technically licensing the game rather than owning it, and the appeal becomes clear. PC players getting LoveR Kiss Endless Memories on GOG means true ownership forever, even if either of these platforms shut down tomorrow.
Both storefronts already have listings live for the November 27 release. The GOG page went live immediately, with wishlisting available. The game will be priced at $44.99 USD across both platforms.
What LoveR Kiss Endless Memories Actually Is
For those unfamiliar with the franchise, LoveR Kiss Endless Memories is a dating sim built around photography and high school life. You play as a photography club member pursuing relationships with seven female heroines. The gameplay loop involves deciding how to spend your time, pursuing relationship events, and taking pictures to build intimacy with the girls.
This version, titled “Endless Memories,” is an enhanced remake of 2020’s LoveR Kiss, which itself was an upgrade to the original 2019 LoveR. It consolidates previous DLC content into a single package and adds substantial improvements. The key additions include a new Pro Photo Mode that provides advanced photography options available from the start, improved physics for character models, refined user interface elements, and significantly expanded graphics settings specifically optimized for PC.
Perhaps most significantly, this is the first official English release of the LoveR franchise. The translation was handled by Frontline Gaming Japan and covers approximately 750,000 Japanese characters. The game will also include Traditional Chinese alongside English and the original Japanese, making it the most accessible version of the series ever released.
The Multi-Platform Release Strategy
Here’s what makes this release interesting from a strategic perspective. While the Steam version got cancelled, the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions are completely unaffected and still releasing November 27. The Switch versions will also include physical releases available through the Dragami Games Official Store and standard retailers. So console players won’t face any of the complications that PC players encountered.
This creates an unusual situation where the game is more available on console than on PC, at least initially. But having multiple platforms helps insulate the game against platform-specific restrictions. If Steam has rules about certain content types, Switch has different guidelines. DLsite and GOG have their own policies. Spreading across multiple distribution channels reduces the risk of complete delisting.
Why This Matters Beyond Just One Game
The LoveR Kiss Endless Memories situation highlights a larger issue affecting the game industry. Dating sims and romance-focused games have increasingly faced obstacles on mainstream platforms. Payment processors applying content restrictions have essentially created a shadow ban system where games don’t get officially rejected by Valve or Sony, but rather become impossible to distribute due to payment processing complications.
Dragami Games’ swift pivot to GOG and DLsite sets a useful precedent. Rather than accepting that Steam delisting means the end of a PC release, they explored alternative distribution channels and found success. Other developers facing similar circumstances now have proof that the game doesn’t die just because Steam says no.
That said, the messaging remains frustratingly vague. “Various circumstances” doesn’t tell us anything. If Dragami Games and other publishers were more transparent about exactly why their games are being delisted, it would help the industry understand what lines payment processors are drawing and what safeguards developers need to implement.
What Players Can Expect
When LoveR Kiss Endless Memories launches on November 27, PC players grabbing it on GOG or DLsite will get the full package. The game includes almost all previously released DLC from LoveR Kiss rolled into the base package. Advanced photo spots, additional costumes, improved physics, and the new Pro Photo Mode provide substantial content. Mouse control support and expanded graphics settings cater specifically to PC players.
The English translation is fresh and faithful to the original script, handled by professionals with deep experience in Japanese media localization. That matters for story-driven games where dialogue quality directly impacts the experience.
At $44.99, the game is positioned as a premium indie title rather than a free-to-play service game. Players should go in understanding this is a dating sim focused on character interaction and photography gameplay rather than action or combat. If that sounds appealing, this represents one of the best chances to experience the franchise outside Japan with proper English localization.
FAQs
Why was LoveR Kiss Endless Memories delisted from Steam?
Dragami Games stated “due to various circumstances, it has become difficult to release the game on Steam,” without providing specifics. Industry observers believe payment processor restrictions related to the game’s design may be responsible, though this remains unconfirmed.
When is LoveR Kiss Endless Memories launching?
November 27, 2025, remains the release date. The game will launch on GOG.com and DLsite for PC, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2 simultaneously on this date.
Is the game truly DRM-free on GOG and DLsite?
Yes, both GOG and DLsite offer DRM-free versions of the game. You download and own the game permanently without digital rights management restrictions, unlike Steam versions.
Will the English translation be available on all platforms?
Yes, the official English translation will be included on the GOG, DLsite, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2 versions. The game will also include Traditional Chinese language options alongside the original Japanese.
How much content does this version include?
LoveR Kiss Endless Memories bundles almost all previously released DLC from LoveR Kiss into the base package, plus new content including a Pro Photo Mode, expanded graphics settings, and improved physics. At $44.99, it’s positioned as a complete package rather than a base game requiring additional purchases.
What’s the gameplay actually like?
You play as a high school photography club member pursuing relationships with seven female heroines. Gameplay involves choosing how to spend your time, attending relationship-building events, and taking photographs to deepen connections. It’s a visual novel-style game focused on story and character interaction.
Is there a physical Switch version?
Yes, Japanese physical releases are available through the Dragami Games Official Store and retailers like Amazon Japan. International physical availability may vary.
Is this the first English release of the LoveR franchise?
Yes. While LoveR and LoveR Kiss released on PS4 and Switch in Japan and other regions previously, this is the first official English localization of any game in the franchise.
Will the Switch and Switch 2 versions be affected by the Steam delisting?
No, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions are unaffected and releasing normally on November 27. Only the PC Steam version was impacted by the delisting.
The Bottom Line
LoveR Kiss Endless Memories dodged a bullet that would have killed most games. Getting delisted from Steam, especially with no explanation, typically spells the end of PC distribution. But Dragami Games refused to let the game die. Instead, they pivoted to GOG and DLsite and are releasing exactly on schedule with arguably better terms for players since GOG provides DRM-free ownership. This becomes the first official English release of the LoveR franchise and one of the rare success stories of a dating sim finding alternative distribution after mainstream platform rejection. If you’ve been curious about the series or just looking for a quality dating sim with solid photography gameplay, November 27 is your chance to experience it properly for the first time with complete English localization. The platform may have changed, but the game remains accessible.