I tried not to read any comments (as not to spoil an ending/the plot); and naturally, I shrugged off the emotional/triggering warnings because let's be honest, Doki Doki had those too and I didn't really feel an emotional impact from it. BUT THIS GAME. Let me tell you about this game! Simply breathtaking. It's a different style of visual novel than what you usually tend to play, as it's very interactive. Art style = beautiful. Story = beautiful. Music = perfect for the tones. I was left in tears.
In this video, I play "You Left Me." However, I was left feeling like we need to have a talk about how it impacted me and how I related to the story/protagonist. Mental health NEEDS TO BE TALKED ABOUT. Not talking, and avoiding it, only makes things worse. I applaud games like this one, Robin, and many other which are putting you into the mind of a hero struggling with mental health issues. It helps you to understand an individual's struggles. And most importantly, it leaves open a gate afterwards where you can comfortably talk about such a touchy subject.
Remember, no matter how hard life is right now --trust me, I can relate because I had my own struggles too... Things do and WILL get better! There is a light at the end of every tunnel, even if you can't see it now. You're loved.
I always know I'm in for something special when I load up one of Zephy's games, and this really was no exception.
There's something hypnotically beautiful about this style, and the amazing method of telling a story without really telling you it. It always blows my mind!
This is, as expected, another emotional and yet oddly amusing trek through someone's darkest times. And I can only bring myself to see the good in things (as usual). I highly encourage everyone to give this game a try and see the other places you can go and endings you can get!
a breathtaking game about mental health, empathy and grief, with every frame immersed in surrealism and empathy. so touching. i'm out of words. thank you for this.
This game was beautiful and so damn good. I might not relate to much to what the main charcter is going through, but it still made me start to tear up. I hope you enjoy the video!
As someone who knows this kind of grief, I'm very happy to see that you handled this topic so well without losing any of its depth. It's important that people can talk about it, and your game gives them a voice or at least some kind of 'virtual conversation partner'. It's wonderful, really. Once again you showed off how empathic you are, and there is something in this game that resonates with my inner self. I'm very happy that you made this game, and I'm wondering how you can achieve to do such masterpieces in the short time span of a game jam. I'm rooting for you and I hope that you'll get a high ranking, dear Angela! That's why I wrote a praising article about "YOU LEFT ME." and also uploaded a gameplay video, that leads to one of the five endings - I'd say it's my personal favorite, because it's hopeful. Thank you.
This was such amazing game, I fell inlove with story and the true lesson behind it. The music and the art was also amazing. and every nice to look at it. I would recommend this to anyone and I would play this million times if I have too.
Your game is truly amazing. I enjoyed the surreal and, creative art style you gave to this project! Felt the gameplay was neither too long nor, too short. You took a very serious subject such as, suicide and, loss turned it into a creative expressive outlet. I was however disappointed that I couldn't name the cycloptic cat Mr.Moo haha! Looking forward to more games from you!
Glad to see you made another game! Your art is lovely as always, and I really appreciate how you tackle mature themes using an abstract, unique style. It's a rarity to see and you execute it perfectly.
To be honest, I didn't expect this to hit me that hard. Frankly speaking, it's more like I didn't wantit to get to me. The feelings and thoughts of the character were too relatable so I had trouble playing without getting emotional. Repressing and denying certain feelings to numb one's self is a common tactic many are guilty of, and the way you painted the world just makes sense. There's a lot to say about the symbolic environment, but that's the shortest summary I can offer without rambling on too much.
Overall, this was a lovely and beautifully crafted experience. I'm sure others may interpret the journey differently or may even simplify it, but the message carries a heavy weight. As always, great job on making this!
Art style amazing as always, i love your work. This game has an amazing atmosphere and It somewhat touched me due to the fact of losing someone recently, thanks for making this piece of art.
This is in not way the game I thought it was when I first downloaded it but Holy Hell am I glad I did You Left Me is just Fu*king beautiful, the sound track alone is reason enough to play.
Beautiful.
Absolutely beautiful. If I were to describe the game with one word, that would
be it. The sense of style when it comes to the art is on a whole other level
here, just like with your other works, the art you present is phenomenal
and deserves a high amount of praise. It helps to create this surreal
atmosphere shrouded in mystery that is perfect given the underlying themes. The
music used throughout the game also adds to this sense of surrealism, and I
loved it.
The story is of course quite dark
and grim, as with any story involving loss of any kind. It's never easy to just
"move on" and look past things, people can try to understand what it
is you're feeling but they're on the outside looking in, only you can truly
understand your thoughts and feelings. What happens then when even you can't
understand your own thoughts and feelings? You might feel confused, angry, or
depressed. This is when you're the most vulnerable, and also when you're
the most alone. Some of those people on the outside looking in might take this
as an opportunity to push themselves onto you, such as in a work setting.
Others might see you simply as a thing to "cure". In the end though
it's up to you to try and sort through it all, and that's what I've taken away
from the story of this game. No one can force you to "give in" or
"survive" it's up to you to look within yourself to find that
strength that will hopefully lead you to the right answer.
I'm sorry if I got a bit rambly
there, the game certainly got me thinking a lot. Not just about what was
happening during the game, but in my own life, and that's how you know that
you've created something truly special.
In closing, this isn't just a
game, but an experience. You've created something magnificent here that I have
no doubt will speak to countless other people. I'm glad I got the chance to
play it.
I hope you don't mind but I made
a let's play of the game for my channel, where I believe I got every ending
though I'm unsure.
The game is very very deep and send a very good messege of suicide, loneliness, and depression. I really am loving the art style because it really suits the atmosphere of the game and I also want to know the music name. It really hits people that has suicidal thought, been suicidal, feeling depressed, and loneliness har because I always feel lonely at home and get really depress when get scold at for whatever reason that would be. I am the only child and has been living with my parents but when I'm in my room all alone and I feel lonely from time to time even though I am living with my parents. I have to have someone I could text, talk, call, and hangout(not all the time unless in the mood) ALL THE TIME. This game really hits me hard and I am happy that I play this wonderful game. ♥
The subtle movement of the interface and the depiction of the main character's environment strengthen her post-trauma view and experience; also written with such effective hints through the full scenario of her circumstance :")
This is a very good yet depressing game. The art style is unique and well done, the audio works well for the environment, and the writing is well done. When I first looked at this game I didn't know what to expect. The art style is crazy looking but after playing it, works so well for the environment of the world. For those wondering what this game is about, it may put some people off. The game puts you in the shoes of someone who has lost a loved one to suicide. But rather than you controlling the lost loved one. You play through the eyes of the other victim in this scenario. It's hard to think about who else may have been hurt in the event of something like this happening. But this type of scenario doesn't just effect the victim, but everyone around them as well. I enjoy playing these types of games in that the developer is passionate enough about this to the point that they create a unique and intense game to show their perspective. All in all a very intense and to the point story that gives you an alternate perspective in this particular tragedy. I did a video on my experience with the game if anyone is interested in seeing what this game has to offer.
I got the two good endings(I don't know if there are others, I will eventually go for them another time) at the first try. And I'm not saying it because I feel awesome or something, but because I went trough the same struggle. You have to keep trying, to remember the good things, especially if your pain is strongly related to the loss of somebody you cared about or loved. I don't agree with some people saying stuff like "you have to teach people meds are good and blablabla", that's not the point of the game, for me. The point is showing how someone feels when pain is too much, to show how this pain sometimes can even put you in confusion, struggling to stay put in reality and not in the awful living nightmare your mind is putting you in. So, this is from a victim point. Where nothing matters, and nobody can help you, in this nightmare. But if you continue to try, there's always a way, and you can be able to finally see it. And I'm really happy on how you can get the good ending, because those choices were absolutely realistic, and that's why I was able to finish it with no struggle at all since I've been living those feelings, too. I knew what to do to help her. Thank you for your beautiful work, and for dedicating this to people like us.
This game truly touched me. And the fact that it was made in only 48 hours is amazing! The art is beautiful, as well as the music. Thank you so much for making this game!
Played through the game 3 times! This game really is a beautiful piece of art in bits and as a whole! Just truly well done all around! I really loved the cat (My Dude!), and the shaken world altered reality vibe some go through after experiencing the loss of a loved one is really fleshed out here! Amazing work!
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This game is amazing. Really beautiful. We enjoyed it very much. The art is just stunning.
Here is a short video we made while playing:
Keep up the good work!This game has an amazing story, creative art, and a beautiful ending if done right.
Not to mention the perfect soundtrack legit the first 5/5 from me great job <3.
I got happy ending! That was such a great game!
this was so powerful
If you ever experience anything like in "You Left Me" make sure to talk to someone, anyone.
I tried not to read any comments (as not to spoil an ending/the plot); and naturally, I shrugged off the emotional/triggering warnings because let's be honest, Doki Doki had those too and I didn't really feel an emotional impact from it. BUT THIS GAME. Let me tell you about this game! Simply breathtaking. It's a different style of visual novel than what you usually tend to play, as it's very interactive. Art style = beautiful. Story = beautiful. Music = perfect for the tones. I was left in tears.
In this video, I play "You Left Me." However, I was left feeling like we need to have a talk about how it impacted me and how I related to the story/protagonist. Mental health NEEDS TO BE TALKED ABOUT. Not talking, and avoiding it, only makes things worse. I applaud games like this one, Robin, and many other which are putting you into the mind of a hero struggling with mental health issues. It helps you to understand an individual's struggles. And most importantly, it leaves open a gate afterwards where you can comfortably talk about such a touchy subject.
Remember, no matter how hard life is right now --trust me, I can relate because I had my own struggles too... Things do and WILL get better! There is a light at the end of every tunnel, even if you can't see it now. You're loved.
Enjoy the game. It's beautiful. 10/10.
Amazing, beautiful and unique game!!!!
I always know I'm in for something special when I load up one of Zephy's games, and this really was no exception.
There's something hypnotically beautiful about this style, and the amazing method of telling a story without really telling you it. It always blows my mind!
This is, as expected, another emotional and yet oddly amusing trek through someone's darkest times. And I can only bring myself to see the good in things (as usual). I highly encourage everyone to give this game a try and see the other places you can go and endings you can get!
Keep up the amazingly amazing work! =)
This game is great. So much effort put in for a great message and it was beautiful to boot. I'm definitely recommending this game to others.
a breathtaking game about mental health, empathy and grief, with every frame immersed in surrealism and empathy. so touching. i'm out of words. thank you for this.
This game was beautiful and so damn good. I might not relate to much to what the main charcter is going through, but it still made me start to tear up. I hope you enjoy the video!
As someone who knows this kind of grief, I'm very happy to see that you handled this topic so well without losing any of its depth. It's important that people can talk about it, and your game gives them a voice or at least some kind of 'virtual conversation partner'. It's wonderful, really. Once again you showed off how empathic you are, and there is something in this game that resonates with my inner self. I'm very happy that you made this game, and I'm wondering how you can achieve to do such masterpieces in the short time span of a game jam. I'm rooting for you and I hope that you'll get a high ranking, dear Angela! That's why I wrote a praising article about "YOU LEFT ME." and also uploaded a gameplay video, that leads to one of the five endings - I'd say it's my personal favorite, because it's hopeful. Thank you.
Best wishes,
Sebastian
This was such amazing game, I fell inlove with story and the true lesson behind it. The music and the art was also amazing. and every nice to look at it. I would recommend this to anyone and I would play this million times if I have too.
Amazing video game ! 10 /10
Hello Angela He,
Your game is truly amazing. I enjoyed the surreal and, creative art style you gave to this project! Felt the gameplay was neither too long nor, too short. You took a very serious subject such as, suicide and, loss turned it into a creative expressive outlet. I was however disappointed that I couldn't name the cycloptic cat Mr.Moo haha! Looking forward to more games from you!
Absolutely loved the art style of this and the ambience of it
Awesome! And depressing...this game caught me with so many feelings
ฅ/ᐠ｡ᆽ｡ᐟ \ ~Hello~
Glad to see you made another game! Your art is lovely as always, and I really appreciate how you tackle mature themes using an abstract, unique style. It's a rarity to see and you execute it perfectly.
To be honest, I didn't expect this to hit me that hard. Frankly speaking, it's more like I didn't want it to get to me. The feelings and thoughts of the character were too relatable so I had trouble playing without getting emotional. Repressing and denying certain feelings to numb one's self is a common tactic many are guilty of, and the way you painted the world just makes sense. There's a lot to say about the symbolic environment, but that's the shortest summary I can offer without rambling on too much.
Overall, this was a lovely and beautifully crafted experience. I'm sure others may interpret the journey differently or may even simplify it, but the message carries a heavy weight. As always, great job on making this!
Thanks! But didn't you post before? Please don't double post.
Art style amazing as always, i love your work. This game has an amazing atmosphere and It somewhat touched me due to the fact of losing someone recently, thanks for making this piece of art.
This is in not way the game I thought it was when I first downloaded it but Holy Hell am I glad I did You Left Me is just Fu*king beautiful, the sound track alone is reason enough to play.
Had to go with the Live ending.
This game is absolutely an amazing experience. Great job!
Beautiful. Absolutely beautiful. If I were to describe the game with one word, that would be it. The sense of style when it comes to the art is on a whole other level here, just like with your other works, the art you present is phenomenal and deserves a high amount of praise. It helps to create this surreal atmosphere shrouded in mystery that is perfect given the underlying themes. The music used throughout the game also adds to this sense of surrealism, and I loved it.
The story is of course quite dark and grim, as with any story involving loss of any kind. It's never easy to just "move on" and look past things, people can try to understand what it is you're feeling but they're on the outside looking in, only you can truly understand your thoughts and feelings. What happens then when even you can't understand your own thoughts and feelings? You might feel confused, angry, or depressed. This is when you're the most vulnerable, and also when you're the most alone. Some of those people on the outside looking in might take this as an opportunity to push themselves onto you, such as in a work setting. Others might see you simply as a thing to "cure". In the end though it's up to you to try and sort through it all, and that's what I've taken away from the story of this game. No one can force you to "give in" or "survive" it's up to you to look within yourself to find that strength that will hopefully lead you to the right answer.
I'm sorry if I got a bit rambly there, the game certainly got me thinking a lot. Not just about what was happening during the game, but in my own life, and that's how you know that you've created something truly special.
In closing, this isn't just a game, but an experience. You've created something magnificent here that I have no doubt will speak to countless other people. I'm glad I got the chance to play it.
I hope you don't mind but I made a let's play of the game for my channel, where I believe I got every ending though I'm unsure.
Cheers and best wishes to you!
Killjoy
This game is wonderful. Thank you.
The game is very very deep and send a very good messege of suicide, loneliness, and depression. I really am loving the art style because it really suits the atmosphere of the game and I also want to know the music name. It really hits people that has suicidal thought, been suicidal, feeling depressed, and loneliness har because I always feel lonely at home and get really depress when get scold at for whatever reason that would be. I am the only child and has been living with my parents but when I'm in my room all alone and I feel lonely from time to time even though I am living with my parents. I have to have someone I could text, talk, call, and hangout(not all the time unless in the mood) ALL THE TIME. This game really hits me hard and I am happy that I play this wonderful game. ♥
You can find the three songs of the game in the "About" section!
Thank you my dude :)
The subtle movement of the interface and the depiction of the main character's environment strengthen her post-trauma view and experience; also written with such effective hints through the full scenario of her circumstance :")
Many thumbs up for your great work ^^
This is a very good yet depressing game. The art style is unique and well done, the audio works well for the environment, and the writing is well done. When I first looked at this game I didn't know what to expect. The art style is crazy looking but after playing it, works so well for the environment of the world. For those wondering what this game is about, it may put some people off. The game puts you in the shoes of someone who has lost a loved one to suicide. But rather than you controlling the lost loved one. You play through the eyes of the other victim in this scenario. It's hard to think about who else may have been hurt in the event of something like this happening. But this type of scenario doesn't just effect the victim, but everyone around them as well. I enjoy playing these types of games in that the developer is passionate enough about this to the point that they create a unique and intense game to show their perspective. All in all a very intense and to the point story that gives you an alternate perspective in this particular tragedy. I did a video on my experience with the game if anyone is interested in seeing what this game has to offer.
Great comment! I like to think it's about losing someone in general, not just through suicide.
Such a strange game! Enjoyed it apart from the music blasting my ear drums into next month!
I got the two good endings(I don't know if there are others, I will eventually go for them another time) at the first try. And I'm not saying it because I feel awesome or something, but because I went trough the same struggle. You have to keep trying, to remember the good things, especially if your pain is strongly related to the loss of somebody you cared about or loved. I don't agree with some people saying stuff like "you have to teach people meds are good and blablabla", that's not the point of the game, for me. The point is showing how someone feels when pain is too much, to show how this pain sometimes can even put you in confusion, struggling to stay put in reality and not in the awful living nightmare your mind is putting you in. So, this is from a victim point. Where nothing matters, and nobody can help you, in this nightmare. But if you continue to try, there's always a way, and you can be able to finally see it. And I'm really happy on how you can get the good ending, because those choices were absolutely realistic, and that's why I was able to finish it with no struggle at all since I've been living those feelings, too. I knew what to do to help her. Thank you for your beautiful work, and for dedicating this to people like us.
Thanks for the beautiful game.
This game truly touched me. And the fact that it was made in only 48 hours is amazing! The art is beautiful, as well as the music. Thank you so much for making this game!
any chance to upload the whole project please i really like your work and love to learn from you
Played through the game 3 times! This game really is a beautiful piece of art in bits and as a whole! Just truly well done all around! I really loved the cat (My Dude!), and the shaken world altered reality vibe some go through after experiencing the loss of a loved one is really fleshed out here! Amazing work!