Pocket Love: If

About

Pocket Love If is a dating simulator with visual novel elements that centers on navigating school life and romantic choices. You play as a high schooler torn between two new options: a childhood friend who's now in your class and a student from a higher grade. The game adds mechanics like managing money and branching story events not found in the original Pocket Love. Your decisions shape interactions through dialogue and mini moments, with a Christmas deadline adding urgency to your pursuit of romance. Developed by KID known for narrative-driven titles like D4 and Ever17 this handheld entry feels dated by modern standards but retains charm for retro fans. The Neo Geo Pocket Color port made it one of the earliest portable visual novels blending school life with relationship management. While limited to single player and basic presentation it offers a straightforward dating sim experience with a focus on simple character dynamics and holiday-themed pacing.

Storyline

Hero's love interest is in the higher grade class. This year he gets in the same class with his childhood friend and she piques his interest a lot as well. He is not confident in his abilities, but this year he wants to find his love. Hopefully by Christmas...