The Wreck

Это могла бы быть очень красивая и грустная история на очень тяжелые темы, если бы создатели не свели все к банальнейшей левацкой пропаганде и агитке с оправданием наркотиков и пьянства до беспамятства. Полный набор - лгбт, экошиза, бодипозитив, ненависть к мужчинам ([spoiler] девятилетняя (!!!) девочка в уничижительной форме насмехается над собственным суперзаботливым отцом![/spoiler]) и даже Болсонару умудрились приплести... К сожалению, именно такая подача обесценивает настоящие проблемы настоящих женщин в современном мире и делает слово "феминизм" ругательным

嗯...有绿帽剧情。[spoiler] 女主在前夫有新人的情况下跟前夫发生一夜情，表示做得比以往都要激烈。 [/spoiler]虽然这不是整篇内容的重点，但是让我站在一方的角度去重现这种剧情......还是不了，我是恶心得玩不下去了。[spoiler] 还有一点比较震惊的是主角暗示母亲可能绿了自己的妹妹 [/spoiler]难以想象，但这么一来又觉得合理了，代际传递这种事。

剧情为重的游戏，而剧情的内容就是简介的内容，所见及所得。我觉得喜欢女性主义的妹子都可以来品鉴一下，在我眼里是和what remains of edith finch同一梯队的水平。第九艺术除了一个有趣有意义的剧本作为基础外，更需要拥有一个足够精良的叙事手法来呈现，这点我还是很喜欢的，每个碎片化的回忆都很精美直观，环环相扣。母女，姐妹，性缘，游戏十分细腻地聚焦于女性的个体经验。玩这个游戏的我在很多地方都找到了共情点。略显沉重的叙事，像生活的重压一般从我的骨骼上压了过去，带出了一些岁月沉积下来的陈年瘀伤。但是活血才能化瘀，我觉得这个游戏就有这样的意义。 题外话，这个游戏之前epic送过，于是我在男性用户偏多的社区上查攻略时，看到很多男玩家说这个游戏是足控福利，给我带来了一点吊畜震撼。这时候我才意识到，原来是因为游戏启动界面的视觉中心是一个手绘风格的穿着袜子的脚......一个日常的，克制的，甚至带着一点错位感的表达，在另一种凝视下变成了一种和游戏核心叙事毫不相干的消费符号。。好强的割裂感，这集神了，气笑了，释然地笑了。

Nice mature story, gameplay integration is a bit weak though

[h2] 非常推荐 [/h2] 挺沉重的，但是对各种方面的情感表达的特别好。 断断续续玩的，中途可能有点累，玩不下去了就停下来休息一会儿，到了结尾还是很值得的。 特别是很多地方让我看到了自己的经历，很奇妙地给了我帮助和力量。

The Wreck, developed and published by The Pixel Hunt, is a narrative-focused adventure that places emotional storytelling at the forefront of its design. Rather than building its experience around traditional gameplay systems or branching mechanics, it centers on memory, trauma, and self-examination. The story follows Junon, a 36-year-old screenwriter whose already fragile life is thrown into turmoil when she receives a call informing her that her estranged mother has been hospitalized. What unfolds over the course of a single day becomes a deeply personal exploration of regret, guilt, and the weight of unresolved relationships. The structure of The Wreck is deliberately intimate. Much of the experience takes place within Junon’s perspective, blending present-day hospital scenes with fragmented memories from childhood and early adulthood. The game uses an in-universe writing interface to present Junon’s internal monologue as though it were part of a screenplay. This framing device reinforces her identity as a writer while simultaneously giving players access to her thoughts in real time. It creates a layered narrative voice where dialogue, reflection, and memory coexist fluidly. Interactivity is subtle but meaningful. Rather than offering branching narrative paths that dramatically alter outcomes, The Wreck allows players to guide Junon’s focus. Key words and emotional cues can be selected during conversations and flashbacks, shaping how she processes her experiences. These choices influence tone and emphasis rather than the overall plot trajectory. The result is a story that remains largely linear but feels personalized in how it is emotionally framed. The player does not rewrite events; instead, they participate in how those events are interpreted. The titular “wreck” serves both as a literal event and a metaphorical anchor. Early in the game, a car accident functions as a symbolic rupture that scatters pieces of Junon’s life across fragmented memories. Players revisit these fragments, examining objects and moments that shaped her identity. This mechanic mirrors the psychological process of revisiting trauma—turning events over repeatedly in an attempt to find clarity or closure. The game does not present these moments as puzzles to be solved but as emotional landscapes to be understood. Visually, The Wreck adopts a stylized 3D presentation that blends cinematic framing with understated color palettes. The environments are grounded yet slightly surreal, reflecting the blurred boundary between memory and reality. Character models are expressive rather than hyper-realistic, emphasizing mood over detail. Subtle lighting choices and camera angles contribute to the narrative tone, particularly during introspective sequences. The visual restraint reinforces the story’s emotional weight without distracting from it. Voice acting plays a significant role in shaping the experience. The performances are nuanced and naturalistic, carrying much of the emotional depth. Junon’s voice, in particular, conveys vulnerability, sarcasm, frustration, and tenderness with authenticity. The dialogue feels grounded in real human conflict rather than melodrama. This attention to performance strengthens immersion and makes the relationships at the heart of the story feel tangible. Thematically, The Wreck tackles mature subjects with care. It explores strained family dynamics, the burden of caregiving, unresolved childhood wounds, and the difficulty of forgiveness—both of others and of oneself. It does not sensationalize trauma but instead approaches it with empathy. The pacing is slow and contemplative, giving players space to absorb emotional beats. This deliberate tempo may not appeal to players seeking constant activity, but it aligns with the introspective nature of the narrative. Ultimately, The Wreck is less about gameplay mastery and more about emotional engagement. It invites players to inhabit a character’s internal world and reflect alongside her. While its mechanics are minimal and its progression largely linear, its strength lies in its authenticity and narrative cohesion. For players drawn to story-driven experiences that prioritize character depth and thematic exploration over action, The Wreck offers a powerful and intimate journey through memory, loss, and reconciliation. Rating: 8/10

演出や見せ方、一時停止(メニュー画面)からの復帰の仕方がおしゃれ！ ライフイズストレンジやデトロイトのようなムービー系かと思いきや、会話が進むときは、画面やキャラクターが動いてるような動いていないような、不思議な紙芝居のような…シュールな画で独特な雰囲気を感じる。 基本的に、会話やモノローグはどんどんオートで進んでいく。時間経過で消える選択肢もある…？それとも絶対に1回目は押せないようになってるのか、わからなかったけど…ぽやっとしてるとどんどん進んでく。集中してプレイできるときに遊ぶのがおすすめです。 後半に進んでゆくにつれて、ストーリーに引き込まれていきました！ マウスのみで完結するので気軽に遊びやすいと思います！ ⚠️[spoiler]交通事故[/spoiler]のシーンが本当に繰り返し、何度も何度も流れるので、トラウマがあったりフラッシュバックする可能性のある方はどうかお気をつけて。 英語音声ありがたい！フレンチアクセントかな？(間違ってたら申し訳ない) 英語音声+英語テキストで遊びました。英語中級者ですが、英語の理解は割としやすかった印象。 どこを押したらいいかわからないときは、カーソルをぐるぐる動かしてみると、押せるところがでてきたりする。