Katie

도트 덩어리에게 정 붙이는 것도 오래간만이긴 한데 이야기가 아닌 게임 자체로선 영 부실합니다. 솔직히 이야기란 것도 그냥 맘고생 많은 여자얘 고민 들어주는 것 뿐이고. 추천을 줄까 비추를 줄까 참 고민했지만 결국 결정을 내렸습니다.

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I dont even really have a review to give for this, its just beautiful i almost cried on the last day update: replayed the first day after realising i missed something did cry

I stopped playing Katie after a couple of in-game days. I wasn't impressed or intrigued; it looked like a dodgy 3D game from the early 90's and I couldn't figure out what to do. What I did end up doing, is coming back to it a few days later, mainly to find Katie, who had arranged to meet me by some swings but hadn't. This time she did and it all rolled from there. The maturity of the writing carried me through the rest. This is essentially a monologue about grief and loss framed within conversations with a somewhat lost soul milling around in some kind of limbo. While the audio and visuals might seem overly basic, they do end up serving their purpose quite well, the closing credits song is worth the price of admission alone, in my opinion. All in all a funny little game, but one I think I'll remember for a while.

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A beautiful little game, only takes around an hour to get through but with that time it really gets you thinking, the atmosphere is nice and the dialogue seems natural and well thought out.

This game isn't very long, but it clearly meant a great deal to the people that made it

For those who appreciate indie games, this title offers a truly unique experience. From the moment you start playing, it's evident that every aspect has been meticulously crafted by hand. The distinctive writing style, art, and soundtrack all contribute to a cohesive world. While the main game is enjoyable, I found the post-game content particularly engaging. I discovered this game while researching the developer's upcoming release, "Isles of Silence," which I'm eagerly anticipating. For the completionists and speedrunners out there, I have a challenge for you. I managed to achieve 100% completion, including all post-game content, in 30 minutes and 50 seconds. I'm curious to see if others in the community can surpass it. This game distinguishes itself through its authentic personality and the evident dedication poured into every aspect of its design. It's refreshing to find a game that reminds me of the artistry and innovation often found in indie development. If you're looking for something off the beaten path, I highly recommend giving this title a try. It's a testament to the creativity and passion that drives the indie game scene.

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[h1]Ryan George Style Pitch Meeting:[/h1] The sky is a flat, unmoving shade of lavender. Beneath it, a row of three wooden swings moves in perfect synchronization, though there is no wind to push them. The ground is made of large, soft pixels that crunch like autumn leaves, and the horizon is just a soft blur where the world simply decided to stop being rendered. Two men sit on a pair of these swings, swaying back and forth while staring at a town that looks like it was built out of memories and cardboard. Publisher: So, you have a digital manifestation of a solitary walk through the fragmented architecture of a shifting identity for me? Game Designer: Yes, sir, I do! It’s called Katie. Publisher: Wow wow wow. Wow. Game Designer: So, the player wakes up in this tiny, secluded town that’s completely cut off from the rest of the world. And it’s gorgeous, sir. Everything is handmade 3D pixel art that feels like a warm memory you can actually walk through. Publisher: Oh, being trapped in a small space with no escape is tight! Game Designer: It’s the tightest! And the town is full of dozens of citizens, each with their own unique look and their own ideas to express. You can talk to them, ignore them, or just be around them. Publisher: Ooh, so do we have to win them over with gifts so they tell us their deepest secrets? Do we grind for charisma points? Game Designer: No, sir, we just... listen. The game is all about dwelling and thinking. It’s written during a time of immense personal transition, so it’s a very vulnerable reflection on friendship and the pursuit of meaning. Publisher: So, instead of a skill tree where I learn how to do a double-jump, we have an emotional growth tree where I learn how to be a person? Game Designer: Super easy, barely an inconvenience! Publisher: Oh, really? Because usually, I’m used to games telling me I’m a legendary warrior who needs to save the kingdom, not asking me to reflect on my own existence in the midst of chaos. That sounds hard. Game Designer: Well, this is more about the bravery of being honest. It’s a narrative of a life on the verge of sanity, laid bare in a vicarious manner. Publisher: That sounds... surprisingly relatable. Like, I’ve felt like that while staring at the microwave for too long. Game Designer: We all have, sir! And if things ever feel a bit too introspective, or if the existential dread sets in, you can just head over to the park. Publisher: The park? Is there a boss fight in the park? Do we fight the concept of loneliness? Game Designer: No, but we have fully movable swings to relive your elementary days! Publisher: Oh my god. Game Designer: You just sit there and swing. You can look at the sky. It’s very peaceful. It’s like a digital hug for your brain when the world feels a bit too loud. Publisher: I do like hugs. They make the inside-parts feel less dusty. Game Designer: Exactly! And the core of the whole thing is finding the one person in town who truly hears you. Her name is Katie. Publisher: Finding a genuine connection in a world full of static noise is tight! Game Designer: It sure is. It’s not about "beating" the game; it’s about understanding the heart of the town and what you’re running from. Publisher: So, is there a way out of this town, or am I stuck here forever with my thoughts? Game Designer: Oh, there’s a gate! A big, inviting gate that’s standing wide open. Publisher: Oh, an open exit is tight! Game Designer: It is! But you might walk right up to it and find you can’t go through. Publisher: Why? Is there a forcefield made of lasers? Game Designer: No, sir. It’s just... an invisible boundary. Publisher: Oh, really? Game Designer: Yeah. It’s there to show that just because the door is open, doesn't mean you're ready to walk through it yet. Publisher: That is... inconveniently deep. Game Designer: It sure is! It’s about the difficulty of leaving a place that feels safe, even if it’s sad. Publisher: So the final boss is my own hesitation? Game Designer: That’s what we’re going with! Publisher: Very considerate of the game to let me process my baggage at my own pace! Game Designer: Precisely! It’s a casual yet heavy experience. It’s sweet, it’s gentle, and it stays with you long after you’ve stopped swinging. Publisher: But wait, if the game is this short and vulnerable, how do we monetize the sadness? Game Designer: Oh, we have a "Gratitude Pack" DLC! Publisher: A Gratitude Pack? Does it give me a golden hat? Game Designer: No, it gives you developer commentary on the specific mindset that built the town! Publisher: Oh, paying for context is tight! Game Designer: It really is! It helps you understand that the game is a "vent" project. Like an emotional release valve. Publisher: A vent? Like in Among Us? Game Designer: No! Like a diary entry you can play! Publisher: Ah. Less suspicious, more feeling. Game Designer: Exactly. And the music? It’s infrequent but hits you right in the chest. Publisher: Violence against the chest area! Game Designer: Emotional violence, sir! The good kind. Publisher: Well, okay then! As long as it hurts in a way that feels like healing. Game Designer: That's the goal! Publisher: But wait, what’s the "Secret, post-game content" mentioned here? Is it a secret level where we find out the town is on a space station? Or a jetpack? Game Designer: I'm not gonna tell you! Publisher: You're not gonna tell me? Game Designer: Because! It’s a secret! It’s for the people who really sit with the experience and let it breathe. It's meta, sir. It's deep lore. Publisher: Fair enough. I like secrets that reward me for being a sensitive soul. Game Designer: It’s an expression of mind, sir. A short, beautiful week in a place that feels like a dream you’re finally starting to understand. Publisher: ...What? Game Designer: What? Publisher: Well, okay then! It sounds like a very thoughtful way to spend some time. Game Designer: It’s the most thoughtful! It’s like a poem you can walk inside of and sit on the furniture. Publisher: A very poetic pixel-walk! I think people who want to feel a little bit more human for a while are going to be very into this. Game Designer: And even though it’s short, it lingers, sir. Like the smell of rain on pavement. Publisher: Oh, petrichor is tight! Game Designer: It is! It’s a game that asks "What are you running from?" but doesn't judge you for the answer. Publisher: I like being judged less than I like being judged! Game Designer: Me too, sir! It’s a safe space to just... be. Publisher: Being is barely an inconvenience! Game Designer: And I’m going to go ahead and program a small wooden bird that just stares at you with absolute empathy. Publisher: Oh, unwavering digital support from a low-poly pigeon is tight! Game Designer: It sure is! And we won't even charge extra for the support. Publisher: Giving away comfort for free? That’s a bold strategy! Game Designer: It is! But we’re targeting the demographic of "people who stare at the ceiling at night." Publisher: Oh, the "people with too many thoughts" demographic is tight! Game Designer: It’s the tightest! And when they finish the game, they won't feel empty. They'll feel... seen. Publisher: I do like being seen. It proves I actually exist! Game Designer: Exactly, sir! It’s validation in 8-bit form. Publisher: Well, I’m sold. I’m ready to facilitate some serious introspection. Do I have to have feelings too? Game Designer: Yes, sir, but only for about 45 minutes. Publisher: Oh, scheduled emotional vulnerability is tight! Game Designer: Then I’ll go find a very specific shade of purple for a sky that feels like a quiet sigh. Publisher: Wow wow wow. Wow. Let's get it on Steam and make everyone think about their life choices! Game Designer: And maybe they’ll finally forgive themselves for whatever they’re running from. Publisher: Oh, self-forgiveness is TIGHT! Game Designer: It sure is, sir. It sure is.