The main cast includes protagonist Rindo (introverted blond Japanese teen), Fret (outgoing black character with dreadlocks reflecting street fashion), Nagi (otaku girl), and Shoka (tsundere reaper girl with teased romance potential), with diversity appearing organic to the youth fashion and social media vibe rather than forced or plot-driving. No explicit LGBTQ+ main characters, pronouns, trans elements, or identity politics; minor implied gay NPCs via scanning and background representation are incidental, not focal.

Localization drew small complaints for modern Western slang, emojis, and occasional anti-capitalist lines, labeled 'SJW' by some, but these do not alter core premise or arcs. No developer DEI statements, consultancy involvement, or activist intent found.

Reception strong across critics (80 Metacritic) and users (7.9), Steam positive, no score gaps or review bombing—gameplay praised, politics absent from discourse. Progressive touches are minor, background, and non-central, preserving pure entertainment focus.