Overall Impression
Initial Hook: The game hooks you instantly, but recent updates have shaken my confidence in the devs. It's still early access, so there's hope they’ll pull it off.
Believable Dialogue: The dialogue is impressively realistic, especially for couples who might relate to the story. The characters have genuine moments, and your choices really matter, influencing the story in meaningful ways.
Character Issues: Steph is a complex character who’s meant to frustrate the player. She’s erratic, has a big secret, and demands trust without offering it back. While some improvements have been made to her personality, she still pushes the boundaries, which might turn some players off.
Memorable Characters: Despite some frustrations, the game features a cast of memorable characters—both good and bad. Gina stands out for treating the MC with a bit of dignity and respect, while others like Tori and Jason are manipulative with questionable motives.
Graphics & Animation
Realistic Proportions: The characters have realistic body types, avoiding exaggerated features. This makes them feel like they could exist in the real world, adding to the game’s immersion.
Solid Graphics: The overall graphics are solid, and the animated scenes are well done. However, the animated scenes could be a bit longer and offer more variety, especially when more than two characters are involved.
Mechanics & Gameplay
Confidence Mechanic Issues: The confidence system is a major problem—it’s inconsistent and feels upside down. Standing up for yourself lowers confidence, while giving in raises it, even when it contradicts what the characters want. This makes the gameplay less enjoyable and often confusing.
Character Interaction: The game allows for complex interactions with the characters, but the way these interactions affect the story can be frustrating, especially when it feels like you’re being disrespected too often.
Music & Sound
Good Music: The music is solid and adds to the overall experience, enhancing the game’s atmosphere.
Final Thoughts
Verdict: The game started off strong and has some great elements, but there are serious flaws that need addressing. The devs have potential, but they need to fix these issues to keep players engaged. Despite its problems, I’d still give it 4.5 out of 5 stars, as it’s definitely money well spent—especially if the devs can deliver on their promises.
