Mixed Feelings: While You Were Away - Boys Love (BL) Visual Novel

It started nicely, I liked all of the both of the love interests. The unease of the theme feels good however the game is SO in favour of Brycen that it felt kinda pointless to make any choices about how one feels. I felt super frustrated while playing because of it, it felt like I was being told the story and not the one in control - which if that was the intent, fair enough. Honestly I didn’t like Gale, I felt more that he was just so lonely that anyone could do.

This was really great even though I knew that all the possible endings would likely break my heart. I like all the characters so didn't want to reject anyone but caring about the characters is a good thing, it means they are well written. And the art is great as usual. I've played a few visual novels from this developer now and enjoyed them all.

I for real cried the whole time reading this such a bitter sweet story I can’t image having to be away from husband I loved the story I’m glad I bought it

There was so much bitter sweetness to this and there is absolute truth in the name of this VN. But I couldn't help but fall for Brycen right away and did his route first. He's flirty and likes to tease and touch. Actually gave me butterflies a few times. So the first play-through gave all the feels. (laughter, love, heartbreak). Fair amount of cuteness and very light spice. I wish there was more. When I went to do Arthurs' route there wasn't a whole lot of differences. It's probably my only qualm with this game. Luckily both guys are likable in different ways but I liked Brycen more cause he was more my type. I really enjoyed my first play-through of this and I liked this type of story, it was unique for a visual novel. I also got this on sale and I feel like it was for sure worth the price. I even bought the bundle from this creator during VN week so can't wait to play all of those as well. If you are uncomfortable/triggered with cheating in a VN then you may not want to pick this one up though.

The pangs of long-distance relationships