Varlet Announced: FuRyu Reveals High School RPG for Nintendo Switch with Johari Social Network

FuRyu Announces Varlet: High School RPG Arriving on Nintendo Switch August 2025 FuRyu, the acclaimed Japanese developer known for its imaginative role-playing games, has officially unveiled Varlet, a unique high school RPG set to launch exclusively for Nintendo Switch on August 28, 2025.

The announcement positions Varlet as a compelling addition to the expanding portfolio of narrative-rich experiences available on the eShop and Nintendo hardware. Set within Kousei Academy, Varlet introduces players to the Johari system—the school’s pioneering cross-reality, virtual social networking application.

This digital platform, integral to student life, ranges from basic information retrieval to facilitating purchases and peer communication.

However, the introduction of Johari has unexpected consequences: an unusual spike in the desire for recognition leads to the spread of an urban legend.

According to school rumors, those consumed by their need for approval risk disappearing into mysterious dimensions known as "Glitches"—and are sometimes replaced by sinister monsters in the real world. Through the eyes of the protagonist, players uncover the disturbing truth behind the legend.

As a member of the Student Support Services (SSS), an in-game guild dedicated to solving the academy’s pressing problems, players will band together with friends, forge stronger relationships, and battle to restore safety to the school.

Navigating the social complexities of teenage life is a cornerstone of the gameplay, with decisions in relationships carrying significant, sometimes unforeseen, consequences. Varlet distinguishes itself with its innovative Triad Stats system, shaping every aspect of the protagonist's journey.

This system offers six distinct attributes, split between Light and Dark Triad traits.

Choices direct character growth: Light traits reward morality, empathy, and altruism, encouraging players to nurture and uplift their companions during challenges and combat.

In contrast, choosing Dark Triad attributes—such as Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy—unlocks more ruthless or self-serving abilities, impacting both dialogue and passive battle skills.

Each decision influences how the story unfolds, letting players decide whether to become a virtuous leader or a formidable, power-driven figure. FuRyu’s expertise in character-driven RPGs is evident in the detailed design of Varlet’s world and social mechanics.

The developer’s earlier successes demonstrate a track record in crafting memorable interactive stories for the Nintendo Switch platform, and Varlet appears primed to continue this tradition. As anticipation builds ahead of its August 2025 release, FuRyu has provided audiences with an announcement trailer and, as of April 28, the official opening movie.

Both teasers offer an initial glimpse of the narrative intrigue and dynamic gameplay that Varlet promises.

For dedicated Nintendo Switch enthusiasts and RPG fans, Varlet’s innovative blend of social simulation and moral choice is shaping up to be one of the most distinctive releases on the horizon. For further updates and in-depth Nintendo Switch coverage, continue to follow our site and stay tuned for new details on Varlet as its release approaches.

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