Neon Doctrine, a Southeast Asian indie game publisher, has made waves with the release of the highly anticipated “Irresistible Incubus Update” for their popular demonic creature collector, My Lovely Wife. This sultry update arrives just in time for Pride Month, aiming to challenge heteronormativity and introduce players to a variety of hellishly hot demon dudes.
My Lovely Wife is an intriguing blend of dating, management, and alchemy simulations that explores the depths of a man’s grief following the sudden loss of his beloved wife. In a quest to reconnect with her, the protagonist, Jake, is bestowed with the power to summon succubi. These demonic beings can be sacrificed to create a vessel for his wife’s soul, leading Jake on a journey where he must confront the limits of his love and the importance of letting go.
With the Irresistible Incubus Update, Jake embarks on a new path, diverting from his previous journey. The gothic love story and murderous affairs that fans have grown to love remain intact, but now Jake’s attention is drawn to hunky incubi. This chilling update introduces players to 20 tantalizing male-identifying demons, who are as charming as they are monstrous. Despite their frightening appearance, these demons are seeking love and connection.
As players dive into the update, they must utilize the summoning knowledge Jake possesses to manage his business. Each demon possesses unique stats and skills that impact their ability to earn money and resources. As Jake’s skills and those of his demonic assistants develop, new resources become available, enabling the summoning of additional demons. Players can also engage in courtship with a demon, forging a romantic connection. However, this choice poses a sadistic dilemma—should Jake move on from his wife’s death or sacrifice his newfound love interest(s) to resurrect his deceased spouse?
For returning fans or newcomers intrigued by the macabre tale of love and loss in My Lovely Wife, the Irresistible Incubus Update offers the option to choose between female-identifying succubi or male-identifying incubi within the game’s main menu. All pre-existing succubi now have an incubus counterpart, resulting in changes to the game’s sprites, text, cutscenes, and audio to align with this alternative take on My Lovely Wife’s story.
Neon Doctrine, alongside developers GameChanger Studio and Toge Productions, invites players to immerse themselves in this cult title, now updated to be more inclusive and accommodating of diverse player preferences. My Lovely Wife boasts over forty endings—one for each succubi or incubi counterpart—ensuring a wide range of narrative outcomes. It’s an all-encompassing experience.
Highlighted Features of My Lovely Wife:
- ‘Til Death Do Us Part: A captivating blend of dating, management, and alchemy simulations.
- Lord Help Me: Summon, befriend, and potentially betray twenty different succubi or incubi.
- Endless Endings: Over forty unique endings, including one for each of the succubi and incubi, as well as two main endings based on Jake’s dark desires.
- Terror Tones: A gothic fantasy art style that perfectly complements the game’s dark themes.
- Haunted House: An eerie soundtrack that sends shivers down players’ spines.
- Unforgivable: An uncanny love dilemma as Jake must make heart-wrenching choices, crushing the lives of others to save his dear Luna.
My Lovely Wife is available for $14.99 on Windows PC via Steam (also Steam Deck Verified), the Epic Games Store, and the Nintendo Switch. Whether players are returning fans or newcomers drawn to the allure of My Lovely Wife, this hauntingly captivating game promises a unique and inclusive experience that explores the depths of love, loss, and the supernatural.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch
