Discover the engaging story of Mark Matthews, a closeted college student navigating coming out experiences, relationships, and sexual encounters in this adult gay dating simulation and visual novel video game.
Coming Out on Top is an adult-oriented gay dating simulation and visual novel video game developed and published by Obscurasoft. The game was initially released in 2014 and centers around the character of Mark Matthews, a closeted college student in his early 20s.
Over the course of the visual novel, the player guides Mark through coming out experiences, building relationships with male romantic interests, and sexual encounters. Key game mechanics involve stat building, dialogue choices, and mini-games focused on dating and sex.
Mark has six potential love interests that represent a diverse range of personalities and backgrounds. Developing relationships involves learning about each character through conversation, going on dates, and ultimately progressing to intimate encounters if the player chooses. The game features branching storylines and multiple endings based on player choices.
In addition to the romantic plotlines, Coming Out on Top explores deeper themes related to self-acceptance, fear of coming out, sexuality, consent, and more. The game has received positive critical reviews, especially for its inclusive, sex-positive approach to gay dating and erotic gaming.
With its engaging storytelling, relatable characters, and adult-oriented gameplay, Coming Out on Top provides an intimate look at coming out and gay relationships during young adulthood. The game ultimately aims to tell realistic, character-driven stories about gay men falling in love while encouraging openness, understanding, and positive attitudes towards sexuality.