The Long Summer of August 31 (2025)

THE NAME GAMEIn his mission to lose his virginity and break the August 31st time loop, Suzuki has gotten into the habit of going to his friends for advice on talking to women. One friend in particular, the pompadour-sporting Akabane, offers up an unconventional method: playing the classic dating sim Dokidoki Demorial. During their late-night gaming and brainstorming session, Suzuki becomes convinced that the key to intimacy lies not in perfect dates or the right mood, but in name-calling—specifically, first names! But will this bold move be enough to sweep Takagi off her feet?

HOT SPRINGS SHENANIGANSStuck in an endless August 31st that only they remember, Suzuki and Takagi still don’t seem any closer to figuring out how to break the loop. On the surface their relationship seems just as stagnant. So when Takagi suggests she and Suzuki go on a hot springs trip together, Suzuki’s hopes immediately shoot sky high. He even makes sure to procure some necessary protection in case the opportunity arises. Later, alone in their room, things start getting steamy. Will Suzuki and Takagi finally take the next step?!