Dating-Battle Sim Nova Hearts Gets June 19th Release Date

Shoreline Games and Lightbulb Crew are gearing up to launch Nova Hearts, their dating-battle sim, across four major platforms - PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch - on June 19th, 2025. 

Nova Hearts is a turn-based strategy game with dating sim and visual novel elements and marks the first release from upstart studio Shoreline Games and the second from Lightbulb Crew. The game features a group of heroes who embark on an adventure to defend their hometown, inspired by classic superhero shows like Sailor Moon.

Before launch, the teams behind Nova Hearts will be partnering with select coffee shops, bars and other LGBTQIA+ friendly establishments across the U.S. to provide free Nova Hearts branded condoms and coasters, donating a percentage of proceeds to Rainbow Railroad between Shoreline Games and Lightbulb Crew on behalf of participating establishments. Some of the establishments are: 

1. The Game Parlour (https://www.thegameparlour.com/)

2. Gamescape (https://www.gamescapesf.com/)

3. Powerhouse (https://www.powerhousebar.com/)

4. Sharetea Metreon (https://www.1992sharetea.com/local-store?storeName=Metreon%20Mall)

5. Early to Rise (https://www.earlytorisesf.com/)

6. Little Sweet, Kearny St location in San Francisco (https://www.little-sweet.com/)

7. Midlane Esports (https://midlanechicago.com/)

Nova Hearts is set to release on June 19th for PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch. Players can wishlist the game on Steam now to stay up to date on future news.