The highly anticipated culmination of the Class of ’09 trilogy, The Flip-Side, is now available, bringing players back to the high school drama of the late 2000s. This final installment shifts the spotlight to Jecka, the best friend of Nicole, the original series’ protagonist. With this fresh perspective, players dive into a world brimming with nostalgia, cynicism, and razor-sharp humor.
SBN3’s rejection sim trilogy has captivated audiences, selling over 250,000 units. The Flip-Side promises to deliver even more of the irreverent high school antics that fans have come to love. Set in an American high school of the late 2000s, the game immerses players in a vividly chaotic environment. Jecka navigates through a landscape teeming with predatory teachers and cartoonishly annoying classmates, providing an experience that’s as biting as it is comedic.
Featuring five distinct storylines, thousands of lines of dialogue, and multiple possible endings, The Flip-Side is designed to offer a rich, engaging experience. Best of all, its non-linear structure means that no prior knowledge of the previous games is required, making it easy for anyone to jump right into the drama. For those who complete all five chapters, a special reward awaits, appealing to true fans of the series.
Max Field, the founder of SBN3, captures the essence of the game, saying, “Anyone born after 1990 continually hears about how John Hughes movies are the quintessential high school encapsulation, then you watch it and go ‘literally no kid cares about any classmate this much.’ Class of ‘09 serves as what might be the most accurate depiction of high school in America.”
Class of ’09 stands out as a fully voice-acted visual novel, reminiscent of a classic American sitcom. The series boasts stellar performances from renowned voice actors such as Kayli Mills (known for Genshin Impact and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth), Elsie Lovelock (seen in Baldur’s Gate 3 and SMITE), and Kira Buckland (famous for Genshin Impact and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure). Notably, Elsie Lovelock earned a One Voice Award for best UK female performance in gaming for her portrayal of Nicole in the series.
The Flip Side packs a nostalgic punch with its detailed period-accurate outfits, featuring iconic low-rise jeans and graphic tees. It pairs earnest comedy with a non-traditional visual novel format, ensuring a fresh and engaging experience. Players can enjoy countless hours exploring the multiple endings across five unique storylines and revisiting moments from the original game, now from Jecka’s perspective.
Class of ’09: The Flip Side offers everything fans might hope for in a high school drama-filled visual novel, topped with award-winning voice acting and a compelling narrative. Perfect for both new players and veteran fans of the series, it’s an experience well worth diving into.
Don’t miss out on this unique trip back to the toxic teen trials of the late 2000s. Class of ’09: The Re-up, Class of ’09, and the new The Flip-Side are all available on Steam now. The nostalgia train is boarding—get your tickets and relive the experience!
