- A lo-fi sound novel with an overall Steam rating of 97%, rated ‘Overwhelmingly Positive’.
- Official mobile launch on April 8… Portrait mode optimized UI and wallpaper mode added
Japanese indie developer Nestopi Inc. officially released the iOS and Android mobile versions of the lo-fi productivity sound novel “Chill with You: Lo-Fi Story,” which received an “overwhelmingly positive” rating on Steam, on April 8, 2026.
First released on PC Steam on November 16, 2025, this work garnered attention for its unique concept of sitting at a desk and working with Satone, a girl who loves writing novels, and has expanded into a ‘companion for concentration’ that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere through its mobile release.
Not a game, but a ‘shared space’… accompanying Satone
‘Chill With You: Lo-Fi Story’ sits side by side with Satone without combat or competitive elements It is a first-person sound novel game immersed in studying, document work, and creative activities. As the player progresses with their tasks, such as studying or writing, they build time with Satone; as the time spent together lengthens, their relationship deepens, and hidden emotions and stories gradually unfold.
The Pomodoro timer allows you to systematically set work and rest periods, and during breaks, you can interact with Satone to maintain an emotional connection. In this way, the game goes beyond simple healing content to present a form that combines game-like motivation with narrative.
Focus felt through the ears… An emotionally charged lo-fi soundtrack
The core of the work is the emotionally evocative lo-fi sound. The original soundtrack ‘Chill Talk’ is designed to suit various work situations, such as concentration, relaxation, and motivation, and the music and background direction change together with Satone’s emotional changes.
In addition to music, an ambient sound system is provided that allows you to combine various environmental sounds such as rain and wind, enabling you to create your own personalized workspace by finely adjusting the volume and types. The soft-colored, animation-style 3D visuals are also It delicately expresses Satone’s emotions and the sense of the seasons, making the game itself function like a ‘moving background screen’.
New features optimized for mobile… Portrait mode UI and wallpaper mode
The mobile version features a new ‘Wallpaper Mode’ and a user interface (UI) optimized for portrait mode. Wallpaper Mode is a feature where the UI disappears and the call screen switches to a wallpaper after a certain period of inactivity; in portrait mode, it centers on Satone, while in landscape mode, it captures the atmosphere of the room.
The PC (Steam) and mobile versions allow for cross-device play through online data synchronization. Data such as to-do lists is also synchronized between devices, allowing you to write notes on your smartphone while out and about and continue checking them on your PC upon returning home.
On mobile, you can use it as a ‘quiet companion’ by quietly displaying Satone on the screen even while working via the standby wallpaper mode. It is designed to be naturally used in various everyday situations, such as when studying in a library, practicing an instrument, working outdoors, or relaxing before bed.
Steam Concurrent Users Surpass 10,000… Establishing Itself as a ‘Study Companion’
Since its release on Steam, the game has recorded a peak concurrent user count of 10,509, and an active community has been formed, with 23,921 followers on the Steam community to date. Posts sharing study routines and impressions using the game are consistently uploaded to the Steam community, and various creative content, such as a real-time weather-linked mode, is also being produced.
In particular, it is being praised for providing an experience differentiated from existing productivity apps through its unique positioning as a ” game that helps with concentration.” It communicates with global fans through various channels such as Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Bilibili, and Xiaohongshu, and is receiving a strong response, particularly in Asia, with over 6,000 reviews pouring in from Chinese-speaking regions.
Nestopi Inc.… A developer that makes games for creators
Nestopi Inc. is an indie game developer located in Asakusabashi, Tokyo, Japan, and has been developing original and ambitious games with a small team of 3 to 10 people under the mission of “seeking passionate creators.”
Representative works include ‘UNCROWNED’, which won the Toho Award at the Google Play Indie Game Festival 2020, the two-player werewolf game ‘Cabin of Shadows’, and the beach drawing app ‘Shore Doodle’. It is currently known that they are developing ‘Re:VER PROJECT -TOKYO-‘, and the work is receiving praise for fully showcasing the dense emotional direction characteristic of a small team.
First 10 episodes free, full content unlocked with a one-time payment
In the mobile version, you can enjoy the first 10 episodes for free, and access to the full ad-free content is unlocked with a one-time payment. The free version includes ads but allows you to enjoy the episodes without time limits, and includes all content from the PC version, such as stories, lo-fi music, productivity tools, and ambient sound.
Information regarding ‘Chill with You: Lo-Fi Story’
| item | detail |
|---|---|
| Developer | Nestopi Inc. |
| Genre | Sound Novel · Casual · Indie |
| Release platform | iOS (App Store) · Android (Google Play) · PC · Mac (Steam) |
| Mobile release date | April 8, 2026 |
| Steam overall rating | Overwhelmingly positive (97% of 9,629) |
| Major new mobile features | Portrait Mode Optimized UI / Wallpaper Mode / PC Cross-Progress |
| Mobile billing method | First 10 episodes free (ad-supported) / One-time payment to unlock full content |
| Supported languages | 7 languages including Korean |
| Official Channel | X (Twitter) · YouTube · Instagram · Bilibili |
| App Store | https://apps.apple.com/us/app/chill-with-you-lo-fi-story/id6757417650 |
| Google Play | https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.nestopi.chillwithyou |
| Steam Page | https://store.steampowered.com/app/3548580/ |
