Goodbye Volcano High is a cinematic narrative adventure about love, change, and the end of the world. Guide Fang through their final year of high school as they try to make things right before time is up.
Players navigate the lives of the main characters, particularly Fang, as they make dialogue choices that shape the narrative and relationships in this point-and-click adventure. These choices meaningfully impact the story's outcome, adding a sense of player agency and replayability.
Interspersed throughout the narrative are rhythm game segments, where players time button presses to the beat of original songs performed by the in-game band, Worm Drama. These interactive musical performances complement the game's storytelling, with players praising the exceptional quality of the catchy melodies and emotionally-charged lyrics. While some find the timing demanding, the game offers an "Easy Mode" to make the rhythm segments more accessible.
The hand-drawn character designs and atmospheric environments immerse players in the vibrant world of Volcano High. Seamless transitions and expressive animations contribute to the game's cinematic presentation, which players have described as polished and visually striking.
Players can customize the protagonist's appearance and personal belongings, further personalizing their experience. The narrative's predetermined arc allows for multiple playthroughs, as players explore how their dialogue choices impact the story's development and the relationships between the well-crafted characters.