Players Like...

❤ Narrative and Player Choice

The game casts players in the role of Nicole, a manipulative and sociopathic high school student. Throughout the story, players encounter a series of choices that shape the narrative's path and Nicole's character. These decisions range from relatively benign options to increasingly unethical actions, allowing players to tailor the experience to their preferences. Reviewers praise the exceptional writing, describing the dialogue as "engaging" and "consistently punchy and edgy." The development team has skillfully balanced moments of dark humor with more serious and emotionally resonant themes, creating a compelling experience that feels true to the turbulent nature of high school life. The choices presented to players are not binary options, but rather nuanced decisions that reflect the complexity of the characters and situations. Reviewers note that nothing feels "too hidden" behind the choices, enabling players to make informed decisions that have a meaningful impact on the story.

❤ Diverse Endings and Replayability

The game features an impressive 7 distinct endings, each of which reviewers describe as "more poignant than the last." This variety of outcomes encourages players to explore different narrative paths and witness how their choices shape the ultimate conclusion. The game's replayability is further enhanced by the depth of the choices and their intricate interactions. Reviewers note that even when replaying the game, they often encounter unexpected consequences, leading to a sense of unpredictability and discovery.

❤ Shared Narrative Experience

One of the standout features, as highlighted by reviewers, is the ability to play through the game with a group of friends. The "Choose Your Own Adventure" nature of the narrative lends itself well to collaborative decision-making, with players discussing and voting on the choices to be made. Reviewers who have experienced the game in this manner describe it as the "absolute peak of any gaming experience in the last 3 years," praising the social dynamic and the way it enhances the narrative engagement.

❤ Presentation and Accessibility

The game's visual and audio presentation is also a significant draw for players. The late 2000s aesthetic is described as a "movement" that is integral to the game's identity, and the fully voice-acted dialogue is praised for its quality and cultural accuracy. Additionally, the game's accessibility features, such as the ability to skip past content, are appreciated by reviewers, allowing players to focus on the narrative decisions that are most meaningful to them.