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Editors’ Review

Download.com staff

Rooted in heartfelt emotion, Him, the Smile & bloom invites visual-novel enthusiasts to navigate branching choices, steering gentle narratives toward happiness or heartbreak. Every selection feels personal thanks to subtle prose and expressive sprites that convey unspoken sentiments without flashy flourishes, anchoring each scene in mutual yearning.

Within the cozy flower shop of Him, the Smile & bloom, four interwoven routes follow distinct couples whose rotating viewpoints naturally enrich the plot. Petals punctuate emotional beats, seasonal bouquets mirror shifting moods, and hidden callbacks spark lively community debates as players of the game compare finales and applaud inclusive, maturity-infused romance that resonates with fans.

Petals of choice keep players invested

Him, the Smile & bloom anchors its narrative hook on 12 endings spanning tender confessions, bittersweet goodbyes, and dramatic reunions, giving completionists a satisfying roadmap of emotional crescendos. Each route interlocks subtly with others, so newfound revelations echo during replays, encouraging forum theorists to parse overlapping timelines. Unlike Cupid Parasite’s comedic tilt, these arcs stay grounded in maturity, exploring jealousy, career crossroads, and quiet domestic bliss.

The recent post-launch patch rolls out skip-mode quality-of-life tweaks that let players fast-forward seen text, revisit choices, and review a searchable backlog, trimming repetition that once deterred multi-route marathons. An English translation update refines localization tone, smoothing previously clunky idioms while preserving cultural charm. Performance remains silky on modest machines, with instant scene loads and autosaves guarding progress even during spontaneous laptop sleep cycles anywhere.

The optional Flower Halloween Night scenario slots seamlessly after the main epilogue, offering fresh date events, playful costumes, and clever foreshadowing without gutting canon timelines. While shorter than side stories in Code: Realize, this add-on leverages existing assets to spotlight secondary characters, expanding emotional payoffs. Together with generous CG gallery unlocks and an unlocked soundtrack jukebox, it cements a comfortable post-credits loop for screenshot hunters and voice-acting enthusiasts.

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  • Pros

    • Branching choice system with 12 endings
    • Quality-of-life skip mode accelerates replays
    • Mature, interconnected routes encourage discussion
    • Optional DLC adds post-game content
  • Cons

    • Campaign length shorter than larger otome games
    • Occasional translation quirks remain
    • Limited new assets in DLC

Bottom Line

Love blooms across thoughtful choices

Multiple routes, meaningful choices, and continuous quality updates allow Him, the Smile & bloom, to flourish far beyond its cozy flower shop foundations. The heartfelt writing respects adult sensibilities yet remains accessible, while skip features streamline replays and ensure every decision feels impactful. Anyone valuing mature romance, community discussion, and replay-driven discovery will find this visual novel a rewarding, evergreen addition to any narrative library.

What’s new in version varies-with-devices

  • English translation refined for smoother localization
  • Skip-mode and searchable backlog enhance replay flow
  • The Flower Halloween Night scenario adds post-story events
  • Autosave system strengthened to protect progress


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  • Windows 11
  • Windows 10
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