The emotional and humorous story’s demo received praise from many of its players.
[October 27, 2026] – Come to my party! participated in October’s Steam Next Fest and exceeded all expectations! Demo 2.0 saw wishlists surge above the usual daily rate during Steam Next Fest. This led to the game surpassing 10,000 wishlists total! And an incredible 97.6% of players rated Demo 2.0 positively, loving the time they spent helping Jimin achieve her dream of her very own birthday party!
With well over 100,000 total Next Fest impressions, players of Demo 2.0 for Come to my party! witnessed the triumphs and trials of young Jimin. The 10-year-old has always been forced to share, but now, she wants something of her own for once. Her very first birthday party! Tasked by her mother with the ultimatum of becoming class president in order to get her party, a dozen endings ranging from fulfillment to heartbreak await players in this lovingly handcrafted visual novel.
About Come to my Party!
- 12 Endings, Your Choice – Every choice shapes Jimin’s friendships, conversations, and path toward one of 12 different endings. Will Jimin be able to have her coveted birthday party?
- Immerse Yourself in 90s South Korea – Relive late-90s childhood through immersive mini-games, schoolyard gossip, and everyday moments inspired by growing up in Korea.
- Classmates, Secrets, and Drama – Build relationships with classmates, from the shy Eunji to the mysterious Daeun, all carrying their own personalities, struggles, and stories beneath the surface.
- Always Stuck in the Middle – Navigate family pressure, sibling comparisons, and the quiet feeling of always being overlooked.
- Lighthearted Humor, Deeply Rooted Emotions – Experience the bittersweet memories of childhood and tangled emotions, often immediately followed by Jimin’s persevering humor and charm. Experience emotional whiplash as you find yourself tearing up from both laughing and crying.
- Handcrafted with Heart – Come to My Party! is a deeply personal coming-of-age story created by a solo developer, featuring entirely handcrafted art and storytelling.
Although October’s Steam Next Fest has come to a close, Demo 2.0 is still available so you can join in on the fun of Come to my party! And while you’re there, be sure to wishlist the game so you know when it’s time to give Jimin the birthday party of her dreams.
About SIMSANG YOON
SIMSANG YOON is an independent game developer and visual artist, currently working on her debut title, Come to my party!, a dark comedy visual novel set in a Korean elementary school in 1999. Before moving into game development, she spent over a decade working in visual arts and commercial illustration, collaborating with companies including SM Entertainment, Lotte, Kakao, Devsisters, and HYBE. Her work blends stylized visuals, dark humor, and emotionally grounded storytelling inspired by childhood memories and social dynamics.
About LINE Games
LINE Games, a subsidiary of LINE Yahoo, is a Seoul-based publisher and developer dedicated to creating and publishing games across PC, console, and mobile platforms. With a portfolio spanning action RPGs, narrative adventures, and multiplayer experiences, LINE Games brings distinctive titles from Korea to players worldwide.
