Step into a surreal school where your classmates might be monsters. Japanese developer and publisher FURYU Corporation has officially opened digital pre-orders for Varlet, its upcoming high school RPG launching on August 28, 2025 for PC (via Steam), PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
Set in a mysterious academy haunted by a parallel dimension, Varlet combines psychological drama, monster battles, and layered relationship mechanics in a bold, story-rich adventure reminiscent of Shin Megami Tensei and The Caligula Effect.
๐ฎ Pre-Purchase Now for Switch โ More Platforms Coming Soon
Pre-purchase is now live on Nintendo Switch, with PlayStation 5 and PC pre-orders expected soon. Two editions are available:
- Standard Edition โ $59.99 USD
- Deluxe Digital Edition โ $79.99 USD
The Deluxe Edition offers a wealth of bonus content perfect for fans of visual design and immersive soundtracks.
๐ Deluxe Edition Bonuses at Launch
Buyers of the Deluxe Digital Edition on launch day will receive the following exclusive digital items:
๐ผ Digital Creative Artbook
An 80-page visual journey through the emotional and atmospheric world of Kousei Academy, packed with original artwork and character illustrations.
๐ง Digital Special Album Soundtrack
A massive 53-track album featuring:
- 13 vocal songs
- 40 instrumental tracks
- Composers include Tsukasa Masuko (Shin Megami Tensei), wotaku, OSTER project, Hitoshizuku, and more.
๐ฝ Monark & The Caligula Effect 2 DLC Uniform Set
Paying homage to FURYU’s past titles, this bonus features:
- โMonarkโ School Uniform
- โThe Caligula Effect 2โ School Uniform
๐ซ Welcome to Kousei Academy โ Where Reality Breaks Down
In Varlet, players step into the shoes of a mysterious transfer student at Kousei Academy, a school teetering on the edge of another dimension known as the Glitch. As part of the Student Support Services (SSS), youโll help classmates overcome personal traumas โ and battle the literal monsters that replace them.
Your choices matter deeply. How you interact, who you trust, and what kind of person you become will determine not just your story โ but the fate of the school itself.
โ๏ธ Key Gameplay Features
๐ง Dynamic Timeline Combat System
Switch between two powerful roles:
- Leader: Direct allies and manipulate tactics
- Ruler: Take control with sheer presence and power
๐ฎ Triad Stats Personality System
Shape your character through six moral and psychological traits:
- Morality
- Sympathy
- Altruism
- Machiavellianism
- Psychopathy
- Narcissism
Each choice influences dialogue, combat outcomes, and narrative paths.
๐ Meaningful Bonds with Real Consequences
Forge relationships with classmates โ but beware, forming too many close ties may backfire. Emotional investment is powerful, but not always safe.
๐ Mark Your Calendar โ Varlet Launches August 28, 2025
With its distinctive art direction, dark narrative, and strategy-driven gameplay, Varlet is shaping up to be one of the most unique RPGs of 2025. Whether youโre a fan of dark high school mysteries, character-driven storytelling, or intense tactical combat, this game deserves a spot on your radar.
Rated T for Teen by the ESRB.
For more details, visit the official website or wishlist the game on your platform of choice.