this hit home in a way i cant explain- the way ash's mother refuses to see who he(/they??) really want to be and only want to be with his/their idealized self is way too relatable..
Wow. I love this game. It reminds me of this short story I read a while ago, Chokechain by Andrew Joseph White. I imagine if this future ever comes (and I really hope it doesn't) these sorts of stories will probably be everywhere. Eugh, even saying that gives me a chill.
I'm really impressed by how impactful this VN is with its short playtime. The script is strong, and the music (and occasional lack of) really amps up the dread. It helps that you've chosen something that's such an anxiety inducing scenario here; am I loved for who I am, or rather who others would prefer me to be? The visuals here are excellent, and you've worked really well within the Game Boy's limitations to make something very moody. I'm a huge fan of Game Boy aesthetics, so this was right up my alley.
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short yet great game with a nice plot twist, definitely worth playing
this hit home in a way i cant explain- the way ash's mother refuses to see who he(/they??) really want to be and only want to be with his/their idealized self is way too relatable..
Wow. I love this game. It reminds me of this short story I read a while ago, Chokechain by Andrew Joseph White. I imagine if this future ever comes (and I really hope it doesn't) these sorts of stories will probably be everywhere. Eugh, even saying that gives me a chill.
i'd never read this before until you posted this, but it was fantastic. glad i'm not the only one thinking about the wonderful dystopia ahead of us.
Just read it as well, holy crap did that anger resonate with me
this broke my heart
The ending left me speechless.
the game wont start
If you are playing on a mac it is the right option button:)
hoooooly cow this hit hard. awesome work!!
Whoa, this was incredible.
Wow, big oof.
Good game
I'm really impressed by how impactful this VN is with its short playtime. The script is strong, and the music (and occasional lack of) really amps up the dread. It helps that you've chosen something that's such an anxiety inducing scenario here; am I loved for who I am, or rather who others would prefer me to be? The visuals here are excellent, and you've worked really well within the Game Boy's limitations to make something very moody. I'm a huge fan of Game Boy aesthetics, so this was right up my alley.
All in all, a fantastic little title!
🙏 thank you so much for your kind words! i'm especially glad that the sound design is working the way i was hoping it would haha.