An Idol-Raising Simulation App: How to Play Stage Light, Where You Aim for Agency Rank SS in 260 Weeks (5 Years)

Published 2026/10/25 / by MASHIMARO produce

Disclosure: the app in this article was developed and distributed by the operator of this site, Free Game Com (indie developer Masimaro).

"I want to take my time with a game where I produce idols." For anyone like that, here is the idol raising x agency management simulation app Stage Light.

Note: price, supported OS, size and age rating are based on the App Store listing as of October 29, 2026. They can change, so check the latest information on the store page before buying. The app's name is our English translation of the Japanese title, and the in-game text may be Japanese or English.

What kind of game is it?

As the producer of a small talent agency nobody has heard of, you scout raw talent, raise it and send it out on stage. In the limited time of 260 weeks (5 years), you aim for agency rank SS (10 million total fans).

The weekly cycle

1. Scout to find new talent.
2. Schedule the week, assigning work to everyone.
3. Advance to the next week and finalize income, fans and growth.

The flow is simple, but it's packed with decisions about cash flow, raising policy and how to promote your talent. Expected income and expenses are shown in advance, so you can grow the agency in a planned way while fighting deficits.

What raising involves

• Six abilities: raise vocal, dance, visual, acting, talk and mental.
• Paying dues: even trainees can pay their dues through underground idol activity, part-time jobs, streaming and social media.
• Debut: debut at a total ability of 150 or more. Lives, photo books, voice acting, acting, variety shows and national tours unlock.
• 12 traits: genius, charismatic, diva, dance master and others affect growth and income.

Story elements

• Trust: deepened by interviews, meals, outings and gifts, and at trust 100 the relationship is decided. There are three endings.
• Discontent and scandals: overworking or neglecting talent can lead to dating reports or leaving the agency.
• Graduation: to actress, voice actor, entertainer or music careers. Send them off, or hold them back?
• Forming groups (2 to 5 members), commissioning songs, large venues (Budokan, Tokyo Dome), a year-end music festival, an agency chart against five rival companies and more.

What to check before buying

• Price: 120 yen (App Store)
• Supported OS and size: iOS 15.0 or later, about 84 MB
• Age rating: 17+ (infrequent/mild mature or suggestive themes)
• Languages: Japanese and English
• Controls and saving: optimized for one-handed portrait play, auto-saves every week, login bonus (7-day cycle)
• Deep play: more than 50 achievements and an all-time producer ranking

Note: check the store page before purchase for whether there are in-app purchases and what they are.

Who it's for, and who it isn't

Recommended for: people who like thinking about numbers and plans, who want to enjoy character stories and who want to take their time with a raising simulation.

Not for: people who want a short casual game (it's built to be played over five years), and people outside the target age (17+).

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Download: App Store (we have not confirmed a Google Play version)

FAQ

Q. Does Stage Light progress while idle?

A. According to the store description, it's not an idle game but a full simulation where each week's "choice" moves the story.

Q. How long a period do I play?

A. In-game, 260 weeks, or 5 years. The weekly cycle has three steps: scout, assign the week's schedule and advance to the next week.

Q. Is there an age restriction?

A. The App Store age rating is 17+, with "infrequent/mild mature or suggestive themes" shown as the reason. Check before buying.

Q. Can I play on Android?

A. This app is distributed on the App Store (iPhone). We have not confirmed distribution on Google Play.