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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : WIndows10 Processeur : Intel Core i3 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 独立显卡 DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 42 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows10/Windows11 Processeur : Intel Core i5 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 独立显卡 DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 42 GB d'espace disque disponible

Hello Love: 18 Again

Niche cult favorite
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Released January 7, 2025
sample: 402 reviews posted after launch (32 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 93 % · 2,360 reviews (« Very Positive »)
19,50€ 13,65€ -30%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A deeply nostalgic journey back to youth hooks players for hours on end, evidenced by 184 positive mentions out of 184 in the 10-to-25-hour playtime bracket. Steam reviews reflect this enduring charm with a 93 percent positive rating across 2,360 total reviews, holding steady at 93 percent positive for 402 sampled post-release reviews.

What it's about: Unexpectedly back at 18, you embark on a thrilling and sweet campus rebirth journey with the memories! The campus goddess, the sexy girl, the childhood sweetheart, the frigid CEO, the gentle teacher. Who will ignite your heart among the dreams and regrets of youth? Relive old dreams without regrets!

In-game

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« One of the best story of all this sort of game, 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 14 h played
« J'apprécie le fait que l'on puisse voir quel chemin est le mieux lorsque l'on a choisit un personnage en particulier, une fois que tous les chemins ai été testé »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 12 h played
« English subs can be rough in a couple sections but overall i had a nice time with the game »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 20 h played
« Great game, great acting, very positive. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 17 h played
« Hi guys for some reason the game won't start, when ever i click start button nothing happens I'm still in main menu »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played
« skill check is bad, i am the goat and failed 7 times in a row, fix game. nvm it was worth it. »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 4 h played
« This is the first time I've played this type of FMV dating simulation game and I'm pleasantly surprised. It was a great discovery for me, well done. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 12 h played
« Funny story, it was a great experience »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 16 h played

In players' words

« One of the best story of all this sort of game, 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 14 h played
« Hi guys for some reason the game won't start, when ever i click start button nothing happens I'm still in main menu »
👎 anonymous review · May 2026 · 0 h played
« J'apprécie le fait que l'on puisse voir quel chemin est le mieux lorsque l'on a choisit un personnage en particulier, une fois que tous les chemins ai été testé »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2025 · 12 h played
« skill check is bad, i am the goat and failed 7 times in a row, fix game. nvm it was worth it. »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 4 h played
« English subs can be rough in a couple sections but overall i had a nice time with the game »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 20 h played
« This is the first time I've played this type of FMV dating simulation game and I'm pleasantly surprised. It was a great discovery for me, well done. »
👍 anonymous review · May 2026 · 12 h played
« Great game, great acting, very positive. »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2026 · 17 h played
« Funny story, it was a great experience »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 16 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Story / writing
95 % pos · n=19
Content / longevity
86 % pos · n=14
Audio / music
56 % pos · n=9
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=5
Gameplay
67 % pos · n=3
Performance
0 % pos · n=3
Value for money
50 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing191801
Content / longevity141211
Audio / music9504
Graphics / art5500
Gameplay3201
Performance3003
Value for money2101
Stability / bugs2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 10 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.4 h.

<2h
53 % (n=15)
2-10h
93 % (n=183)
10-25h
96 % (n=184)
>25h
100 % (n=20)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Oct 2025 : 68% positive68OctNov 2025 : 100% positive100NovDec 2025 : 93% positive93DecJan 2026 : 86% positive86JanFeb 2026 : 91% positive91FebMar 2026 : 99% positive99MarApr 2026 : 100% positive100AprMay 2026 : 81% positive81MayJun 2026 : 95% positive95JunJul 2026 : 88% positive88JulAug 2026 : 90% positive90AugSep 2026 : 95% positive95Sep

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

15,8 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 51 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 32,1 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Narrative depth anchors the experience, with 18 positive mentions out of 19 dedicated to the story.
  • Visual presentation delights players, gathering 5 positive mentions out of 5 for its graphics.
  • Overall breadth satisfies the audience, accounting for 12 positive mentions out of 14 regarding content.
  • Sound design resonates well overall, bringing in 5 positive mentions out of 9 for audio.

Weaknesses

  • Technical stability stumbles slightly, shown by 3 negative mentions out of 3 regarding performance.
  • Audio elements miss the mark for some, registering 4 negative mentions out of 9.
  • Software glitches interrupt the flow, indicated by 2 negative mentions out of 2 concerning bugs.

Who is it for?

Fans of casual simulation games who cherish heartfelt romantic narratives and nostalgic storytelling will find a captivating escape here.

Is Hello Love: 18 Again worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 93% of 2,360 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Narrative depth anchors the experience. Current price: 13,65€ (30% off).

Verdict

Despite minor audio hiccups and technical flaws, the narrative core shines brightly enough to earn a Very Positive reputation. It delivers a heartwarming digital romance that keeps players engaged well past the ten-hour mark.

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