Man.. Thank you for making this game. I was in a relationship like this and stayed for longer than I should've. Felt nice to have a chance to do what I wish I had done, even if it was only in a game.
This was a real emotional game to play. It's interesting how you managed to fit so many different endings into the small word limit. I think my favourite path though was when you just refused to pick up the phone! :D
This is honestly a nice VN. Its very short and simple but the way the story is presented is really good. Its really great how simple dialog can tell so much about whats going on :D
This has such intense emotion and I really like that. It's not too explicit and I love all of the options and endings to choose. The art and music are great too. Wonderful job of bringing contrasting themes together. <3
This was... genuinely stunning. Like in the 'stop, take a breath, recovery' sense. For all its simplicity, it had an incredibly oppressive atmosphere, until reaching the relief of the good endings. I think the music played a large part in that - it did an amazing job of setting the mood! - but the dialogue (and lack of, where that applies) did a great job too. It always felt like there was that underlying threat, even during the "kind" parts of the conversation.
Thankfully it's not something I can relate to on a personal level, but it felt real enough regardless. Saying I "enjoyed" it would definitely convey the wrong mood, but this was brilliantly done and I'm glad to have played it. Kudos!
me encanta como capta muy bien la sensacion afortunadamente nunca estuve en una relacion asi pero si se siente como pasan las cosas y como son ese tipo de cosas realment
this game made me create an account just to comment on it. Thanks for creating it. After a long 2 year abusive relationship, being able to "say" the things i didnt here felt really nice and healing. Also, the art is really pretty!
The dialogue feels really powerful in this one... i thankfully havent been in an abusive relationship, but even so it speaks to me. Hope youre doing okay!
Thank you! The game isn't based off a specific experience I've had, just different anecdotes from a long time ago. So no worries - I'm doing fine. 😄But thank you for asking! :)
It's always hard to deal with this kind of topics in games without being disrespectful, taking it too lightly or making it too grim but, I think this game did it in spectacular fashion, I think the O2A2 rules worked really well, the game doesn't feel constrained or repetitive at all and it even has an abundance of endings without feeling too repetitive.
The artwork, the little wobbly animated effect and the music really set the mood for what is gonna be a sad yet necessary introspection into human interaction and how we can solve our problems and correct our mistakes. Definitely one of those games where less just happens to be more.
It's really impressive in all its aspects! And with the little time you had it wasn't easy at all to deliver a game, albeit a good one, and here you are! I really liked your entry Hatoge!
I was thoroughly impressed by this and then EVEN MORE SO when I found out you made it as a last minute entry!? so so so so good! I have yet to get all the endings but I will definitely be replaying to try and get them all.
I really enjoyed the writing and story and the visuals are incredible! I love the textures and movement it adds so much I want to EAT IT ῍̻̩✧(´͈ ૢᐜ `͈ૢ)˖῍̻̩
Really great usage of the limitations presented through O2A2, amazing job!
This is a very good game! I love the "wiggling" effects, and the dialogue is very real. The art is lovely. My only issue is that there is no way to skip previously-seen dialogue, which makes getting all the endings a bit of a drag, especially because of the slow pace of the game.
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Reminds me of my previous friendship..This game delivers a good message..GREAT GAME!!
This was very comforting as a person who never got any sort of justice after being in an abusive relationship. Thank you, truly.
I'll happily punch a abusive 'spouse' for anyone.
this was sad bro :/
Man.. Thank you for making this game. I was in a relationship like this and stayed for longer than I should've. Felt nice to have a chance to do what I wish I had done, even if it was only in a game.
Thank you for sharing, it means a lot! I hope you're able to heal from that person and go on even stronger.
I love this so much. The art, the colours, everything make it very so immersive.
beautiful. i loved it.
This was a real emotional game to play. It's interesting how you managed to fit so many different endings into the small word limit. I think my favourite path though was when you just refused to pick up the phone! :D
hatoge you never fail to amaze me with your games, even one as short and simple as this
ahh i love this, and was very well made for such a short time!! only thing i wished it had was save files so i could find out all of the endings lol
thats great game i love it simple but honestly fun
YOU CANT DO THAT, NOT GIVE CONTEXT AND THEN I MESS UP
love this game
This is honestly a nice VN. Its very short and simple but the way the story is presented is really good. Its really great how simple dialog can tell so much about whats going on :D
This has such intense emotion and I really like that. It's not too explicit and I love all of the options and endings to choose. The art and music are great too. Wonderful job of bringing contrasting themes together. <3
This is such a good game.. hatoge you are so awesome this game even made me tear up. its beautiful really.
This was... genuinely stunning. Like in the 'stop, take a breath, recovery' sense. For all its simplicity, it had an incredibly oppressive atmosphere, until reaching the relief of the good endings. I think the music played a large part in that - it did an amazing job of setting the mood! - but the dialogue (and lack of, where that applies) did a great job too. It always felt like there was that underlying threat, even during the "kind" parts of the conversation.
Thankfully it's not something I can relate to on a personal level, but it felt real enough regardless. Saying I "enjoyed" it would definitely convey the wrong mood, but this was brilliantly done and I'm glad to have played it. Kudos!
amazing game, I love the message and the artstyle
I'm confused what happen why are they running wth I'm soo confused
read the content warning
me encanta como capta muy bien la sensacion afortunadamente nunca estuve en una relacion asi pero si se siente como pasan las cosas y como son ese tipo de cosas realment
echt schönes game. :)
this game made me create an account just to comment on it. Thanks for creating it. After a long 2 year abusive relationship, being able to "say" the things i didnt here felt really nice and healing. Also, the art is really pretty!
The dialogue feels really powerful in this one... i thankfully havent been in an abusive relationship, but even so it speaks to me. Hope youre doing okay!
Thank you! The game isn't based off a specific experience I've had, just different anecdotes from a long time ago. So no worries - I'm doing fine. 😄But thank you for asking! :)
This is a really important game. I hope more people play it.
Im kind of confused
I really like your games and your art style when are you coming out with a new game
This is really impressive. It's crazy how just a few little sentence put so much effect on me. Really great game!
Sheesh~ another good game came out
The artwork, the little wobbly animated effect and the music really set the mood for what is gonna be a sad yet necessary introspection into human interaction and how we can solve our problems and correct our mistakes. Definitely one of those games where less just happens to be more.
Keep up the good work!
such a cool game whattttttttt
"This is all just a bad dream.
And part of you is hoping you'd never wake up."
hatoge is a genius
nice
The artwork drew me in and I'm glad I gave this a try. :) Well-crafted and emotional. Will definitely check out more of your stuff! <3
Very powerful storytelling, subtle yet emotional and mature. You are a master of your craft!
It's really impressive in all its aspects!
And with the little time you had it wasn't easy at all to deliver a game, albeit a good one, and here you are! I really liked your entry Hatoge!
To be able to tackle mature themes is admirable. Even more so with the time crunch. Good job.
This was amazing! I can't believe you made it in 20 hours! It's so atmospheric and immersive. I'm definitely taking notes from this for my next VN.
I was thoroughly impressed by this and then EVEN MORE SO when I found out you made it as a last minute entry!? so so so so good! I have yet to get all the endings but I will definitely be replaying to try and get them all.
I really enjoyed the writing and story and the visuals are incredible! I love the textures and movement it adds so much I want to EAT IT ῍̻̩✧(´͈ ૢᐜ `͈ૢ)˖῍̻̩
Really great usage of the limitations presented through O2A2, amazing job!
omg i had noticed that u posted a new game and i love all your artwork and designs !!!
This is a very good game! I love the "wiggling" effects, and the dialogue is very real. The art is lovely. My only issue is that there is no way to skip previously-seen dialogue, which makes getting all the endings a bit of a drag, especially because of the slow pace of the game.