OMORI

--> MINOR THEMATIC SPOILERS, NO STORY SPOILERS. I started playing OMORI a couple of years ago after a friend who knew how much I loved RPGs recommended it to me. I never expected to become so deeply fascinated by a game. Its story is an emotional and heartbreaking journey that immerses you in the mind of someone struggling with loss, guilt, the consequences of the choices we make when we are hurting, and the different ways we try to protect ourselves from reality. As you progress through the game, you get to experience each character’s personal story and the unique ways they cope with the hardships they face. There is something incredibly meaningful about seeing how differently each of them responds to pain. The game resonated with me deeply because of my own experiences, and one of the things I love most about OMORI is how effortlessly it allows you to empathize with its characters. Their struggles never feel distant or abstract. Somehow, you can see pieces of yourself in them, even when their circumstances are completely different from your own. At first, I was hesitant to play it because of all the content warnings surrounding the game. I believe you need a certain amount of emotional resilience to engage with some of its themes, as they can be extremely sensitive and difficult for some people. But after playing through the entire game and eventually unlocking every achievement, I came to realize that OMORI is not just about its darker and more disturbing moments. Despite all the horror, there are also moments of warmth, peace, and genuine tranquility. Those quieter moments are just as important as the painful ones. The soundtrack, in particular, adds so much emotional weight to the experience. The music is absolutely incredible. I honestly can't stop listening to it; whenever I put on an OMORI playlist, I can spend hours just getting lost in it. There is something about the soundtrack that makes the emotions of the game linger long after you've stopped playing. I will always be grateful to this game for making me feel understood, for somehow putting into words and images feelings that I have struggled to express myself. I found comfort in characters who, at certain points, experienced emotions that felt incredibly familiar to me. In a strange way, OMORI made me feel a little less alone. I've read countless comments from people saying that OMORI saved their lives. I truly believe this game saved my life, too. That is why OMORI has been my favorite game ever since the moment I first played it. It is more than just a game I love; it is an experience that left a lasting mark on me, and one that I will always carry with me. A huge thank you to OMOCAT and the entire development team for creating this wonderful masterpiece and giving us the opportunity to experience it. Thank you for creating OMORI.