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Steam app 1494470 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 23:07 UTC

BUSTAFELLOWS

A new visual novel from the legendary eXtend! Mixing dangerous romance with murder mystery, BUSTAFELLOWS is a steamy noir mystery that will make you shiver but ask for more!

BUSTAFELLOWS Steam header artwork
NIPPON CULTURAL BROADCASTING EXTEND INC.PQube
1playing now
924-hour peak
208all-time peak
5average, last 30 days

The last 30 days

−0.9Gain−13.7%% gain13Peak

277 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.

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Daily peakEvery hourly sample

All time

62 months, August 2021 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.

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Monthly peak

The last four months

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The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.

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Monthly peakHas finer data

July 2026

31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.

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August 2026

31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 167 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.

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September 2026

12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 110 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.

036101301 Sep03 Sep05 Sep07 Sep09 Sep11 SepTuesday 01 September 202610 peakWednesday 02 September 20267 peakThursday 03 September 202612 peakFriday 04 September 20268 peakSaturday 05 September 202611 peakSunday 06 September 202610 peakMonday 07 September 20268 peakTuesday 08 September 20269 peakWednesday 09 September 20268 peakThursday 10 September 20269 peakFriday 11 September 20268 peakSaturday 12 September 20269 peak

October 2026

BUSTAFELLOWS was released on 30 Jul, 2021.

Not out yet.There is nothing to draw for this month.
Nothing here is interpolated or estimated; where a sample is missing the line is broken.

Game information

Updated 12 Sep 2026, 23:07 UTC
App ID
1494470
Last updated
21 Aug 2025 build 19681425
Developer
NIPPON CULTURAL BROADCASTING EXTEND INC.
Publisher
PQube
Release date
30 Jul, 2021
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Partial

Features & support

Steam features

Steam CloudFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

DualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportPartial Controller Support

Accessibility

Popular tags

OtomeVisual NovelFemale ProtagonistStory RichNoirRomanceMultiple EndingsAdventureAnimeChoices MatterDating SimText-BasedPuzzleColorfulCrimeSingleplayerCasualActionAction-AdventureSimulation
About this gameFull description from Steam
STORY Arrive in New Sieg, a beautiful fictional town. Step into the shoes of a strong, smart and gifted journalist in this romantic adventure. You play the part of a young woman with the ability to leap in the past for a very short period in the bodies of others, which you use for data collection and helping people. After witnessing the murder of a crooked lawyer – she goes back in time in an attempt to save him. Thus, the journey begins as our protagonist goes back in time in the body of another person and tries to warn Limbo. It's up to you to figure out how to save him! FEATURES Unravel mysteries and solve puzzles Take the lead and choose your destiny Romance 5 dangerous fellows, each with an unlockable side story Unlock different endings Experience a unique interactive gameplay Meet guests characters from Side Kicks! Navigate through gorgeous visuals and polished animations Listen to a complete Japanese voice cast, including KENN, Yoshimasa Hosoya & more Will all routes lead to romance? Which happy ending awaits you? Play to find out! CHARACTERS Teuta - the protagonist (the name can be changed) A 21 years-old freelance journalist working in New Sieg. She witnessed the murder of her brother when she was younger and became a reporter for her to serve justice. She has a mysterious ability that allows her to leap in the past for a very short period in the bodies of others, and uses it to help people and collect data. She is a bright and cheerful woman with a positive personality. Although she is a reporter, she is not skilled at taking pictures. Limbo Fitzgerald - A Crooked Lawyer A 27 years-old Lawyer. Limbo is known for advocating in court for even the toughest criminals. Although he is called a crooked lawyer, he is extremely skilled, and he is popular in the city and is seen as a hero. He abides by the law in his own standards and serves justice. Born into an extremely wealthy family, Limbo is soft-hearted. Shu - A hitman that silently eliminates hitmen He is 28 years old. Shu is a heavy smoker who makes a living as a bounty killer by eliminating other hitmen. He is a top-class martial artist and specialised in long-range sniping. The best sniper in town, he has no other goals in life apart from executing those on the list left behind by his foster parents and mentor. Helvetica - A professional in changing people's appearance A 26 years-old plastic surgeon. Popular in New Sieg, he loves beautiful things and constantly rates passer-by women based on their looks. Highly confident in his skills, he believes that people can be reborn by changing their natural features. Mozu - An autopsy Specialist At only 25 years old, Mozu is the chief of the autopsy department and work with the police forces. He is often misunderstood as apathetic and indifferent towards others. His way of thinking is usually from a medical point of view, which sometimes creates unexpectedly fun situations. Mozu talks to corpses and it is rumoured that he dissects animals as a hobby. He likes riding bicycles. Scarecrow - A Self-proclaimed Underground Boss A 22 years-old cyber-geek and computer hacker who is famous on the internet for hacking, money laundering, stealing, etc. Thanks to his abilities and connections, he is a self-proclaimed underground boss.
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

Regional ratings

DEJUS10Violência · Atos criminosos
IGRS13Kekerasan
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-2100 CPU @ 3.10GHz (4 CPUs), ~3.1GHz Memory: 3 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 Storage: 3 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended: OS *: Windows 7 (SP1+) and Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i5 Memory: 3 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 4 GB available space
Supported languages1 languages
LanguageFull audio
English

A blank audio cell means full audio was not marked in the returned language list.

Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

Trailers

AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements
DemosPlayable demos on Steam

12 developer announcements, Mar 2021 to Oct 2025 · times in UTC

October

  1. BUSTAFELLOWS is in the Autumn Sale!

    BUSTAFELLOWS is in the Autumn Sale!Get today for 20% off. Offer ends 6 October!BUSTAFELLOWS is part of the Autumn sale, the ideal excuse to grab a warm drink, get comfy, and dive into a world of crime and dangerous romance.Arrive in New…

    eldritcheve

September

  1. BUSTAFELLOWS is in the Fall in Love Visual Novel Festival! 💘

    💘 BUSTAFELLOWS Joins the Fall in Love Visual Novel Festival! 💘Get now for 20% off! The Fall in Love Visual Novel Festival celebrates romance in all its forms! And... BUSTAFELLOWS is the perfect fit, blending a gripping murder mystery with a…

    broadcasting.asia

August

  1. Important Update on BUSTAFELLOWS save data issue

    ⚠️ Important Update Regarding Save Data ⚠️We have identified an issue that may cause save data loss for some players.To protect your progress, this is a mandatory update for ALL players, not just those currently affected.IMPORTANT: Do NOT…

    EldritchEve
  2. Pending Resolution: Save Data Issue

    Hello players, We are aware of reports regarding save data loss following the update on 8 August 2025.While the investigation into the cause is still ongoing, we strongly recommend backing up your local save data from the following path…

    PQube Community

July

  1. Continue the story in BUSTAFELLOWS season2!

    Bustabesties, we have some exciting news! BUSTAFELLOWS season2 is now available to purchase!Are you ready to return to the world of New Sieg?Its time for another round of nail-biting drama, mystery solving and secret sleuthing investigative…

    EldritchEve

May

  1. BUSTAFELLOWS season2 is coming 17th July 2025

    BUSTAFELLOWS season2 is officially coming on 17th July, 2025! The hit visual novel, BUSTAFELLOWS returns with an all-new season, bringing back the crime-solving gang you know and love, along with new faces and even bigger stories. Step into…

    broadcasting.asia

February

  1. BUSTAFELLOWS season2 is in NextFest!

    Couldn't get enough of the story in BUSTAFELLOWS? Well exciting news, there is a demo available for BUSTAFELLOWS season2, now! As Steam Next Fest returns with another haul of demos to try - and BUSTAFELLOWS season2 is in it! You get to play…

    asia.streaming

July

  1. Demo now available!📣

    🚨Exciting news!🚨 If you haven't played the gripping, thrilling, heart-pounding BUSTAFELLOWS yet, then now is the chance! We have released a demo version of the game, allowing you to step into the world of New Sieg and meet the wonderful…

    Pumpkinmite

June

  1. BUSTAFELLOWS SEASON 2 IS COMING SOON!

    {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/39398751/17fd98ab6e912f23011a5ccc8b2d89084dfefdc5.jpg {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/39398751/2ae7324e9471bba36ba9b5a8daf2e4d354236f09.png BUSTAFELLOWS IS BACK! The hit series BUSTAFELLOWS continues with an all-new season! Featuring…

    PQube Community

May

  1. Steamy Noir Visual Novel 'BUSTAFELLOWS' Reveals 30th July, 2021

    We are excited to reveal that BUSTAFELLOWS will be launching on Steam on 30th July, 2021! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/39398751/102e0c170809e468683193852b42e654c24f106b.png Over 80 hours of gameplay, localised for the first time Murder…

    west_indies971

April

  1. Exclusive developer interview for Bustafellows!

    {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/39398751/f9f8f0e7ef7ac3b8238ff67602a28c9131c7ed35.jpg We have an exclusive interview up now over with our friends at Siliconera. The interview comes directly from the developers themselves, so if you're looking for some…

    west_indies971

March

  1. Steam Collectors Edition - available for pre-purchase now!

    {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/39398751/c3d519a934ee791da5b63b98be8598399e03f09e.png Following the fantastic reception to its 2019 launch in Japan, BUSTAFELLOWS has been one of the most highly anticipated visual novels to be brought to the West. With a…

    Techies

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