
USSR, 1986. A girl goes missing in the closed city of Vorkuta-5, yet not a soul seems to be concerned. Uncover the mystery behind her disappearance and transmit your signal to the universe.
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USSR, 1986. When Ira Grachevskaya goes missing in the closed city of Vorkuta-5, not a soul seems to be concerned – except for the quiet outcast Asya Shubina, that is. Uncover the mystery behind Ira’s disappearance, transmit your radio signal to the universe and learn why a bird flies past the window.
Meet the cast.

A problem child and a truant, Ira doesn't have the best reputation. Her standoffish demeanor makes her difficult to talk to, especially for someone as meek as you. There is a rumour she's been meeting with an older man.

Marina's carefree personality makes her quite popular among her classmates. Adults don't seem to like her very much, probably due to poor grades. Despite the girl's outgoing nature, her worldview is rather cynical.

A boy with an unpleasant sense of humour. Likes picking on people weaker than him, namely you. His family has been a little out of it the past few weeks.

You. Not worth writing about.
Z.A.T.O. is a linear visual novel with roughly 7-8 hours of playtime. There are no choices. The ending is predetermined. Sit back and enjoy your time in a town that doesn't exist.
DISCLAIMER: the game contains strong language, loud noises and flickering images.
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Languages: English
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Lindo
its so ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ peak bro
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I love you
I could write a dozen pages full of everything I love about this game but I don't wanna sound like a chatterbox. This game is such a gorgeous, nostalgic and the most depressing yet hopeful game I've probably ever come across. Wonderfully written characters (Marina is SOOOOOOO RELATABLE), really cute sprites and beautiful ambience. I think you'll just finish the game wanting to give everyone a hug (you can skip Vadim if you want, but if he's right about something is that you're gay).
Необычная философия и взгляд на мир, что-то на грани безумия и реальности
Это было прекрасно(не верится что я это бесплатно прочитал). Начиная играть я не думал что эта новеллка меня вправду сильно втянет, но вот я, только что прошел ее до самого конца и я рад, рад что приметил ее. То какая игра в начале, и какая она в конце, это будто абсолютно разные игры, поэтому не бойтесь, если начало вам покажется каким-то душным. Сюжет и концовка и вправду необычные и интересные, ну никак я не мог в начале подумать, что все так будет. В общем я реально могу посоветовать эту новеллку как и тем кто их особо и не читает, так и тем, кто прочитал их уже немало, пробуйте, не пожалеете, тем более то игра ничего не стоит(что жаль).
Эта игра просто нечто! Я удивлен, почему такая крутямбовая новелла стоит 0 денег. Обязательно к прохождению
Such a high-quality VN for free? Wonderful themes, artstyle, and a beautiful overall message. The OST is amazing too. Definitely recommend.
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