This game is totally on crack. If you enjoyed Summer Memories, this game is its predecessor. Although the H-scenes with some side characters are quite repetitive, everything else is brilliant. The story is short (about 5 hours), but it's packed with jokes and twists. The true ending is a chef’s kiss. I hope they continue with a DLC or a spin-off.

Recommended (6/10)
“Cute, but linear. A decent side story to support the devs.”

Succumate has a charming art style and the signature character designs you’d expect from Dojin Otome. While it looks and feels familiar to fans of Summer Memories, it’s important to note that this game is shorter, more linear, and not as open-ended as its predecessor.

You can expect about 6–7 hours of gameplay if you’re a completionist. There are 4 endings, but they’re not super straightforward to unlock. At the time of writing, I’ve managed to get 3 out of 4. Hitting all of them requires some trial and error—especially due to the way side quests and side characters are handled.

In fact, the side content is one of the weaker points. Many quests and characters feel vague or confusing, and progress often relies on giving the right gifts or stumbling into the right dialogue chains without much guidance. That said, there are some recurring characters introduced here that longtime fans will appreciate seeing fleshed out a bit.

Overall, Succumate feels more like a side story than a full-fledged experience. While it’s a decent addition to the Dojin Otome catalog, I’d say they have stronger offerings elsewhere. Still, if you’re interested in supporting the devs—especially to help push along their next project, Autumn Memories—this is a solid way to do it.