I, transfer student Hanamaru Mari, love you, Komachi Hiro-kun! Please go out with me! Our protag, Komachi Hirotaka. Every day, he goes through the motions-- dodging his cunning underclassman's advances, accidentally hitting on the student council president, and chasing idols.
The game primarily focuses on comedic interactions and romantic storylines. Players progress through a linear narrative structure, experiencing humorous dialogues and situational comedy.
The game features a common route that introduces the characters and sets up the overall premise. Players can then pursue individual routes for each of the main heroines, exploring deeper romantic developments and character-specific storylines. These routes branch off from the common route, providing players choices that determine which heroine's path they will follow.
Throughout the game, players encounter various choices that impact the narrative direction and the relationships between the protagonist and the heroines. These choices range from dialogue options to decisions that affect the progression of the story, leading to different outcomes and variations in character interactions.
One of the standout features is the game's heavy emphasis on over-the-top, fourth-wall-breaking humor. Players praised the game's ability to consistently deliver laughs through the characters' outrageous behavior and the humorous writing.
The gameplay revolves around the protagonist's interactions with the various heroines, each with their own distinct personalities and romantic interests. The game explores the complex and often comical dynamics between the characters, as they compete for the protagonist's affection and engage in constant bickering and teasing.
While the game primarily focuses on the comedic aspects, it also provides narrative pacing and variety by incorporating more serious or emotional moments in certain character routes. This balance between humor and deeper character exploration helps to keep the gameplay engaging and satisfying for players.