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A slice-of-life boys love romance about a group of TV actors going through their mid-20s together.

2024IndieSimulationCasual11.24 USDWindowsby Crystal Game Works
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Frequently asked about Canvas Menagerie

How much does Canvas Menagerie cost?
Canvas Menagerie is listed on Steam at 11.24 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Canvas Menagerie?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Canvas Menagerie are In Fair Spirits, Unluckily in Love, Weekend in Waimanalo.
Who developed Canvas Menagerie?
Canvas Menagerie was developed by Crystal Game Works.

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