Heartburn

About

Heartburn lets you navigate a cozy café date with Serze, a charismatic streamer with a sharp tongue and hidden softness. The game unfolds through dialogue choices and quick-time interactions like ordering coffee or avoiding spilled latte art. Simple mechanics focus on banter and light-hearted tension as you balance conversation with the chaotic café environment. Hand-drawn visuals and pixelated details give the scene a warm, slightly cluttered charm. Player feedback highlights Serze's snappy personality and the game's tight pacing. With a 4.5/5 average on Steam, many praise how small decisions affect the tone of the evening. Kathinka’s debut title leans into slice-of-life humor without overcomplicating its premise. The 30-minute runtime feels deliberate, leaving room for replayability without dragging. A quiet standout in visual novel circles for its balance of charm and brevity.