Date Everything is a quirky dating sim that lets you woo everything from volcanoes to social media apps. One of its funniest characters is Mikey Transaction, who you can only meet if you have the Lavish DLC. If you’re looking to romance Mikey, here’s everything you need to know, including how to unlock him, how his unique “pull” mechanic works, and how to get his Love or Friendship endings.
Who is Mikey Transaction?
Mikey Transaction is character #102 in Date Everything and is exclusive to the Lavish DLC. He’s basically the game’s tongue-in-cheek take on microtransactions. He’s always busy, talking about his kids, his ex-wife Stacy (who, hilariously, is a stapler), and his business dealings. Talking about Stacy sometimes triggers unique and funny dialogue.
Unlike Lucinda Lavish, who can appear randomly, Mikey is pretty easy to find and romance once you know how.
See Also: If you’re exploring more romances, check out Romance Volt and Eddie in Date Everything.
How to Unlock Mikey Transaction
Mikey only shows up if you own the Lavish DLC. Once the DLC is installed:
- A small treasure chest appears on the table next to your bed.
- Just click on the chest, and Mikey will pop up for a chat.
If you don’t see the chest, double-check that the DLC is installed properly. Restarting your game can also help if it’s not showing up.
See Also: For tips on avoiding bad endings, see our Date Everything Game Over Achievement Guide.
How Mikey’s “Pull” Mechanic Works
Mikey has a special mechanic where you can “pull” for items each day — think of it like opening loot boxes. Here’s how it works:
- You get 5 free pulls per day.
- You can earn three different pieces of gear from pulls:
- Common Boots of True Presence
- Adds +0.01 to your SPECS stats.
- Epic Gauntlets of Stardom
- Gives +1 to your SPECS stats the first time you pull them.
- Legendary Cuirass of Unwavering Magnetism
- Adds +10 to all SPECS stats but is very rare.
- Common Boots of True Presence
Pulling works like this:
- After you pull 100 Common Boots, they’re upgraded into Epic Gauntlets.
- Pull 100 Epic Gauntlets, and they’ll upgrade into a Legendary Cuirass. The game calls this upgrade process “transmutation.”
- Be aware: after you get your first Epic Gauntlets, further pulls of the same item won’t give you another +1 boost unless you upgrade to the Cuirass.
How to Do Pulls with Mikey
You can’t pull for free. Here’s what you need:
- You earn 5 Brundles per day automatically in the game.
- Talk to Mikey and choose the option to visit the Brundle Merchant.
- Exchange your Brundles for pulls.
Many players have noticed that the items you get can be tied to the in-game day. Some people have reloaded old saves to try and get a rare item on the same day again.
Once you finish pulling, make sure you always pick the dialogue option “All right — I’m on the quest.” This confirms you’re working on upgrading your gear and keeps Mikey’s conversation flowing properly.
How to Romance Mikey Transaction
Mikey is one of the easier characters to romance in Date Everything. You just need to talk to him regularly, choose flirty or supportive dialogue, and keep doing your daily pulls. Here’s a simple breakdown of what to pick each time you chat with him:
Interaction 1
- “Can I get a refund?”
- “I think I might just fall in love with you…”
- “Do I need armor in a dating sim?”
- “Sounds great, I’m in!”
- “Ooohh… I’m looking forward to getting these.”
- Ask about Brundles and making money.
- “So…?”
- “Do you mean thanks…?”
Interaction 2
- “Who was that on the phone?”
- “It’s okay, Mikey. I was just curious.”
- “How many kids do you have?”
- “That’s so cute!”
- Ask about his kids’ activities.
- “Who is your wife?”
- “How can things have children?”
- “So they can become like spaceships and stuff?”
- Go to the Brundle Exchange and buy as many Brundles as possible.
- Pull for armor five times.
Interaction 3
- Pull for armor five times.
Interaction 4
- “Was that your wife on the phone?”
- “Does that mean that you’re looking for love…?”
- “Stacy… she’s a stapler?”
- “Sounds gaseous and highly volatile.”
- “Well, I think you have more dimensions than you give yourself credit for.”
- “Sure!”
- Pull for armor five times.
Interaction 5
- “Is everything ok at work?”
- “What Valdivian has been doing, it’s criminal.”
- “Can you pull your way out of this?”
- “I’ll find a way to support you, I swear it.”
- Pull for armor five times.
Interaction 6
- “What’s wrong with that?” or “I just love you is all.”
- “Yes!”
- “That sounds great!”
Choosing “That sounds great!” at the end unlocks Mikey’s Love ending and gives you a permanent 20% boost to your luck with pulls, making it easier to get rare items like the Legendary Cuirass. If you’d rather stay friends, you can say, “Sorry… I just think we’re better as friends!” and Mikey will accept that choice.
Extra Tips for Romancing Mikey
- Talk to Mikey daily. It keeps the romance going and lets you do your daily pulls.
- Save often. It’s handy if you want to test out different dialogue options or re-try pulls.
- Soft-lock caution. Some players have reported getting stuck in loops between friendship and romance. Reloading an older save can fix this.
- No mandatory achievement. You don’t need the Legendary Cuirass for core achievements, but completionists will probably still want it.
- Mentioning Stacy. Talking about his ex-wife Stacy can lead to funny dialogue and sometimes unique responses.
See Also: Want to try another quirky romance? Here’s how to Romance Sassy Chap in Date Everything.
Is Romancing Mikey Worth It?
Mikey Transaction is one of Date Everything’s funniest characters and offers a reliable way to boost your stats through his pulls. If you enjoy the game’s humor and want some solid SPECS boosts, romancing Mikey is absolutely worth your time.
Mikey Transaction is a perfect example of the humor that makes Date Everything so unique. His story mixes laughs, loot mechanics, and surprisingly sweet moments. Whether you’re collecting gear for your stats or just want to experience every quirky character the game has to offer, Mikey is a fun and rewarding romance option.
Source: Gamerant
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