Doki Doki Literature Club! 2017

About

The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

Story

Hi, Monika here! Welcome to the Literature Club! It's always been a dream of mine to make something special out of the things I love. Now that you're a club member, you can help me make that dream come true in this cute game! Every day is full of chit-chat and fun activities with all of my adorable and unique club members: Sayori, the youthful bundle of sunshine who values happiness the most; Natsuki, the deceivingly cute girl who packs an assertive punch; Yuri, the timid and mysterious one who finds comfort in the world of books; ...And, of course, Monika, the leader of the club! That's me! I'm super excited for you to make friends with everyone and help the Literature Club become a more intimate place for all my members. But I can tell already that you're a sweetheart—will you promise to spend the most time with me? ♥

What is happening now

Doki Doki Literature Club is a free psychological horror adventure game released in 2017 that subverts visual novel conventions through an increasingly unsettling narrative. Available on PC, Mac, and Linux, the game has maintained a dedicated community for years despite its brief runtime. Recent coverage has highlighted the game's continued presence in fan culture, particularly through AI-generated content. Researchers examining ChatGPT usage patterns identified a prolific user generating thousands of DDLC-themed pregnancy fiction, underscoring how the game continues to inspire creative output across different mediums and technologies long after its release.