Okay, I have many things to say/praise, so I'm gonna divide this comment in sections.
Concept: as a concept, the story is fresh and intriguing. The assigment that Connor is given is quite unusual, so I believe this will create interesting dynamics within the chracters and Connor, helping his process of self-discovery. Very intrigue and ready for this journey.
Graphics: polished as fuck, everything looks gorgeous. I always prioritize the story in visual novels, but the graphics are important too. And I have to say that, from the characters to the backgrounds, everything is beyond my expectations. Top tier!
Characters: I divided this for the main five.
- Connor: I really like that the MC is not a naïve boy who doesn't understand anything; I love the way Connor teases Riley, saying "I'm making you uncomfortable?" or that one of the posible answers for Leo is "I guess will see". Having an interesting MC sometimes is hard in choice-based games because you have to balance between giving him his own personality and how the choices you, as the player, make will affect him. But I considered that you nailed it, well done.
- Matt: He's so hot and so nice at the same time. Completely in love with his tenderness and cuteness. Looking forward for more of him and the story they both shared, and how it will evolve from now on.
- Leo: My favorite by far. Love his impulsive and sexy actitude. I really think they will have a lot of chemistry and good things will come within Connor and him. I already imagined him and Connor hitting the gym and Leo making Connor to touch him, using the exercises as an excuse for some "steamy" training, haha.
- Riley: The definicion of adorkable, haha. The teasing withing Connor and him was amazing, and making him a writer too, I believe will create some safe space where they can help eachother to grow. Plus, he has the BEST ASS!
- Marco: I'm very intrigue about him, mostly because of his aura, full of mystery and slyness. Not to much to say about him, but intrigued me enoguh to keep diging about him in future updates.
And, as a side note, I loved the way you introduced each character, giving each a color and a epithet.
In conclusion, an amazing intro, with a promised bright future.
Hope my review was worth your time and maybe help you with something. Keep the good work, you are doing it great.
Hugs.