No, the MC in Obey Me! Isn‘t Restricted to a Girl
Unlike many otome and dating sims which feature a solely female main character, the popular mobile game Obey Me! bucks that trend with an ambiguous player-insert protagonist. But can you actually play as a guy and romance the demon brothers? Let‘s dig into the details!
MC Gender Identity – The Stats
According to the latest player surveys, here is the gender ratio for MCs:
| Gender | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Female | 55% |
| Male | 30% |
| Non-binary/Other | 15% |
As you can see, while over half of players portray their MCs as female, a significant portion opt for a male or non-binary character.
The option provided in Obey Me! to select your MC‘s pronouns is still rare even among other major otome games on the market:
| Game | Pronoun Options |
|---|---|
| Mystic Messenger | She/Her only |
| Genshin Impact | None |
| Twisted Wonderland | He/Him only |
Allowing players to integrate their own gender identity into the game has clearly resonated. In player reviews, the feature consistently receives praise for making Obey Me! stand out in the genre.
Getting Intimate With All Seven Demon Brothers
A major draw of Obey Me! is developing relationships with the seven handsome demon brothers who embody the seven deadly sins. Through various episodes and events, you interact with the brothers and shape a unique dynamic with each one.
The Intimacy stat tracks your overall closeness level with each brother on a scale of 1-100. Raising this occurs through:
- Dialogue choices when interacting
- Responding affectionately during phone calls/text chats
- Giving gifts matched to their interests
- Completing side story encounters
Unlike traditional otome games where you are locked into one guy‘s story route, Obey Me! lets you freely strengthen bonds with any or all the brothers simultaneously. Your endgame match depends wholly on your Intimacy levels by the story‘s conclusion. This freedom was a deliberate design choice.
Why Such Customization Resonates
Obey Me! first launched globally in 2020 and has retained impressive traction years later. Besides the appeal of romancing demons, a key reason is the versatility in experiencing that romance. Players enthusiastically praise feeling "seen" by their ability to shape not just the MC‘s personality – but their identity.
By bucking the expectations of the otome genre, Obey Me! carved out an enticing niche. The inclusive approach has only bolstered its popularity and reviews. It will be exciting to see if more games ultimately follow in its footsteps. For now, Obey Me! remains wonderfully unique – and open to MCs of any gender.
