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Set in the fictional city of circa 2018, the story follows 25-year-old Jessica O’Neil. After spending several years working for a local TV channel, Jessica transitions to a newspaper to pursue deeper, more impactful investigative stories.

"Hard News - v0.65" by StoperArt (Jessica O'Neil) is a remarkable example of artistic innovation and critical thinking. This work not only showcases O'Neil's creative prowess but also invites us to reflect on the role of media in our lives. As an evolving project, "Hard News" will likely continue to spark important conversations and inspire new perspectives.

Jessica O’Neil’s Hard News follows the titular character, Jessica O’Neil, a young journalist trying to make her mark in a cutthroat media environment. Players navigate her professional life — chasing stories, meeting deadlines, managing editors — and her personal relationships, which range from collegial to intimate.

: As a mature visual novel, it contains explicit sexual content, nudity, and adult themes.