Even though newer versions (such as 0.9 or 1.0) may have been released since, many players seek out v0.8 for several reasons:

Many independent developers initially design their games for PC (Windows, Mac, Linux) using engines like Ren'Py or Unity. Ren'Py, in particular, is the gold standard for visual novels. While Ren'Py is natively compatible with Android, developers often prioritize the PC build first.

Version 0.8 is often referred to as a "Final" release for that specific chapter of the story.