
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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the signal's so strong it's reaching you right now if you're reading this <3
I had this game downloaded for awhile and late one night while I wanted to play something that would quiet the static so I decided to finally play it. I'm glad I did! the art and music are absloutely amazing the opening sequence has to be one my favourite out of all the game I've played, I enjoyed the overall themes and the characters add so much, I do think pacing of the second portion of the game was a bit clunky but I throughly enjoyed reading this and I hope to see more from this creator in the future!!
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i love this game and everything in it
If you've never played a visual novel in your life because you're scared of the time commitment, PLAY THIS. It will be the most explosive introduction you'll ever have. Everything about this visual novel is superb and I would not change anything about it. 10/10
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it feels like my brain uploaded itself into a lettered form and manifested into a Visual Novel. scary!
好细腻的故事啊,好爱好爱。后面回收所有伏笔时的那个感觉,就像是心暖暖的但又有无数根细针在轻轻地刺,很神秘的感觉。
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Phenomenally and beautifully written! While I did love the premise and mystery, the character writing of this cast massively carried with how nuanced each of our core cast is. I must especially point out the main chractter, Asya's, writing because her narration is fantastic with how she views the universe, the way she displays her love of that and others, and how it contrasts with her own views on herself. At times, it's a tragic story, but also one with its moments of joy and love and I do that that's perfect for the tone of this game! Would definitely recommend and I'll definitely be rereading it all sometime in the future.
A beautiful game, with a beautiful story, beautiful characters, beautiful arts, and beautiful soundtracks, gives me a new way of seeing the world. Although there's still a long way for me to say that I love the world and everything in it, I can happily say that I love this world and everything in it
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