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Breathless Winds - LGBT Visual Novel is a single player action game. It was developed by ForeverFuture Games and was released on May 31, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Return to Two Elk Island anew Dorman, a closeted trans woman, has just finished recovering from a sailing incident that left her bedridden when her grandmother encourages her to start a new career. All the while, she struggles with the expectations her parents left behind - of her as a sailor and as a man. As she begins to settle back into her life, she finds that Two Elk Island isn’t as tranqu…

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story18 positive mentions

The game features a deeply emotional and well-written story that resonates with players, particularly those in the LGBTQIA+ community.
The art style is gorgeous, with beautiful character designs and illustrations that enhance the overall experience.
Each route offers a unique narrative and character development, making the gameplay engaging and preventing repetition.

There is no CG gallery to revisit the beautiful illustrations, which some players found disappointing.
The main character's journey of self-discovery is somewhat repetitive across different routes, which may lessen the impact on subsequent playthroughs.
Some players may find the linear structure limiting compared to more complex visual novels.

story
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The game's story is highly praised for its emotional depth and beautiful writing, centering on a trans woman protagonist, Poppy, as she navigates her journey of self-acceptance and love within an LGBT romance framework. Reviewers appreciate the balance of lighter themes with darker elements, creating a compelling narrative that resonates with authenticity and real-life experiences. Each route offers a unique perspective, ensuring an engaging experience that encourages players to connect deeply with the characters and their struggles.
- “Although I can't personally relate to Poppy's experiences as a trans woman, I still found myself connecting with her, and I loved watching her journey of growing more confident in herself throughout the course of the story.”
- “It's beautifully written, the story is really interesting and compelling - on top of that, each of the routes offers a distinctly different narrative, so completing the whole game doesn't get repetitive.”
- “What a beautiful story of love and acceptance!”
- “This game had me laughing and crying in every story.”
- “Don't let my playtime deceive you, however, I'm a very fast reader and that's honestly to my detriment, 'cause this story benefits from being played slowly and I already regret it being over.”
- “A story that ends well, but isn't 'light' - there's definitely some darker elements and implications in the story.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its deeply emotional moments, particularly in its realistic portrayal of gender dysphoria and character growth, which resonate strongly with players. The beautiful art style and engaging writing enhance the emotional experience, making it easy for players to empathize with the characters, regardless of their own backgrounds. Overall, the game elicits strong emotional responses, often leading to tears of joy and connection.
- “The art style is beautiful, the depiction of gender dysphoria is realistic (and heart-wrenching, at times), the writing is wonderful, the dynamics between the characters are super fun, and the world is a joy to live in for a while <3”
- “It was so emotional and there was so much care placed into every facet.”
- “I've never dealt with gender identity issues, but Breathless Winds is so emotionally resonant, it was easy to empathize and identify with the protagonist.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its beautiful soundtrack, which evokes emotions such as affection and hope. Additionally, the clever use of sudden pauses in the music adds both atmospheric depth and comedic effect, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The art and music have been really wonderful.”
- “Hours of affection, hope, the calming music, friendship.”
- “The atmospheric (and sometimes comedic) usage of the music suddenly stopping is used masterfully, in my opinion.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their beautiful art style and realistic portrayal of gender dysphoria, which adds depth to the emotional experience. The artwork is described as gorgeous, enhancing the fully developed characters and engaging narrative, making the game visually captivating and immersive.
- “The art style is beautiful, the depiction of gender dysphoria is realistic (and heart-wrenching, at times), the writing is wonderful, the dynamics between the characters are super fun, and the world is a joy to live in for a while <3”
- “Fully fleshed out characters and routes (about 5-6 chapters each), a compelling main character, gorgeous artwork - what more can you ask for?!”
- “Gorgeous artwork - what more can you ask for?!”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by the masterful and sometimes comedic use of sudden music stops, which effectively contributes to the overall immersive experience.
- “The atmospheric (and sometimes comedic) usage of the music suddenly stopping is used masterfully, in my opinion.”
humor
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The humor in the game is characterized by its clever subversion of typical tropes, allowing the protagonist to explore her identity privately rather than relying on conventional comedic scenarios. Players report experiencing a range of emotions, finding both laughter and poignancy throughout the narratives.
- “This game had me laughing and crying in every story.”
- “Where many works would have her be 'walked in on' wearing dresses and use that for humor or conflict, Breathless Winds allows Poppy to experiment in private and come out when she’s ready.”