Would you ever use a Japanese-learning app that feels like a tiny slice-of-life visual novel?

People who love anime / visual novels — I genuinely want your opinion:

Would you ever use a Japanese-learning app that feels like a tiny slice-of-life visual novel?

Not a dating sim.
Not cringe.
More like:
• recurring characters
• short scenes in cafés, trains, convenience stores
• natural dialogue that teaches you in context
• the character remembers your level, your weak points, your interests

Or do people actually prefer the plain “AI chat” style like Praktika/Pingo?

I’m trying to understand whether immersion > UI or curriculum > immersion.

If you left Duolingo — what pushed you away?
If you tried AI chat apps — what felt too robotic?

Honest opinions appreciated!