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Long and Hard... Summer!

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2022

Should you play it?

Girls, exams and the struggle to pay the rent. Experience the life of a student who failed his first semester of Game Design Course in our Dating Sim - "Long and Hard... Summer!". Constantly choose between studying, work and love as you try to make it through the season.

What works

  • Unique blend of adult content with life simulation and time management
  • Engaging character development and relationship building
  • Well-done pixel art and cg scenes
  • Chill soundtrack and immersive urban setting
  • Multiple languages including polish and spanish

Things to keep in mind

  • Lack of animation and voice acting in adult scenes
  • Repetitive gameplay and grinding for stats
  • Limited exploration due to paywalled areas
  • Some ui and save system frustrations
  • Short story with limited endings and character resolutions

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Last update: 23/08/2026