PLAYISM has officially announced Idol Manager: Virtual Venture, a brand-new entry in the Idol Manager series that shifts its focus toward the rapidly growing world of VTubers and livestreaming culture.
This time, players will take control of a virtual streamer agency, managing not only the careers of VTuber talents but also the chaos, drama, and darker realities behind the entertainment industry.
The game is being developed by Glitch Pitch, the same studio behind the original Idol Manager. Players will be responsible for recruiting new talents, planning livestream content, monitoring social media activity, and managing audience interactions through live chat systems and online engagement mechanics.
Staying true to the series’ signature dark humor and satirical tone, the agency environment in Idol Manager: Virtual Venture will reportedly be far from peaceful. The game promises various challenges involving:
talent gossip
internal conflicts
public scandals
online controversies
and the constant pressure to maintain popularity and viewer numbers.
According to the announcement, players will also have access to extensive customization features. This includes designing each streamer’s online persona, adjusting content direction, and even customizing the appearance of their personal rooms, which can evolve based on the personality and lifestyle of each talent.
The VTuber-focused concept immediately attracted attention online, especially as virtual streaming culture continues growing worldwide. Many fans praised the idea of exploring both the glamorous and stressful sides of the streaming industry through a management simulation format.
Some players also noted that the premise feels especially relevant in today’s internet culture, where content creators constantly balance fan expectations, social media pressure, monetization, and personal identity behind their online characters.
Idol Manager: Virtual Venture is currently scheduled to enter Early Access on Steam sometime in 2027.
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