In a bid to avoid failing out of college, Olive Penn inadvertently finds themselves caught in the middle of a feud between two campus club leaders whose rivalry seemingly threatens to tear their friendship apart.
The branching narrative structure lies at the core of the experience. Early on, players choose to join either Caprice's art club or Millie's writing club, leading to two distinct routes that offer different perspectives on the central conflict between the two club leaders. Exploring both paths provides a more complete understanding of the characters and the underlying issues.
Throughout the story, players encounter dialogue choices that influence relationships and the narrative's direction. While the overall story remains linear, these choices unlock minor variations and additional content, such as side stories focused on the supporting cast.
Fully voice-acted dialogue greatly enhances the immersion and emotional impact. The talented voice actors deliver nuanced and convincing performances, bringing the characters' personalities and interpersonal dynamics to life.
The visuals feature a distinctive paper-cut art style, with subtle animations that convey character expressions and body language. This stylized presentation contributes to the cinematic feel and helps to express the characters' emotions.
Quality-of-life features, such as a rollback function and a well-designed user interface, further enhance the player experience. Additionally, completing the game unlocks a special "Perfect Circle" epilogue story and a gallery of artwork and other extras.