The WhatsNext verdict
Class of '09 is a sharply voiced, viciously funny visual novel for players who enjoy abrasive dark comedy and ugly social satire. Its strongest moments are unforgettable, but its deliberately offensive tone and thin interactivity are part of the package.
What it does best
Shock comedy with razor timing
Dialogue that sounds viciously alive
A uniquely poisonous late-2000s school vibe
What might put you off
Shock humor and taboo subject matter
Very limited player agency and short length
The setup
What you are walking into
This is the anti-visual novel. Instead of playing as some guy magically able to score with beautiful anime girls, YOU play the anime girl and create mass chaos in the lives of your potential "suitors". Earnest comedy, social accuracy, and late 2000's aesthetic await you in Class of '09!
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