Bury Me, My Love

Bury Me, My Love is both poignant and prescient — a moving account of the trials of migrants, and a gentle reminder that the constant politicisation of their plight makes it all too easy to forget our own humanity.

77%Game Brain Score

story, emotional

stability, music

82% User Score Based on 193 reviews

Critic Score 74%Based on 10 reviews

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Bury Me, My Love is a single player casual simulation game with a historical theme. It was developed by ThePixelHunt and was released on January 10, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Bury me, my Love" is a text messaging adventure game that tells the story of Syrian refugee Nour and her husband Majd. As Majd, you communicate with Nour through a messaging app, advising her as she travels through dangerous conditions to reach Europe. The game’s emotional narrative is inspired by real-life stories of refugees and highlights the importance of communication and support in the face of adversity.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 193 reviews

story24 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a compelling and emotional narrative that immerses players in the experiences of Syrian refugees, making every decision feel significant.
The real-time messaging format enhances the storytelling, creating a sense of urgency and connection to the characters.
The game is beautifully illustrated and well-executed, providing a unique and thought-provoking experience that raises awareness about important social issues.

Players are frustrated by the lack of checkpoints, requiring them to restart the game from the beginning after reaching an ending, which can be tedious and discouraging.
Technical issues, such as bugs and glitches, disrupt gameplay and can make the experience less enjoyable.
The dialogue can feel repetitive and sometimes lacks depth, leading to a sense of disconnection from the characters and their journeys.

story
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its emotional depth and impactful themes, particularly regarding the experiences of refugees, though some players find the limited choices and repetitive elements detract from engagement. While the narrative unfolds in a unique real-time format, it can feel more like an experience than a traditional game, with many players appreciating the immersive storytelling despite some frustrations with the interactivity. Overall, the story is described as beautiful, thought-provoking, and worth exploring multiple times for different outcomes.
- “The story is absolutely beautiful, sometimes in very heartbreaking ways.”
- “An emotionally gripping story of a journey that most of us playing will never experience, but is so important to understand.”
- “Amazing, beautiful story that needs to be told far more often.”
- “What I missed was any sort of backstory explaining why Nour has set out on this journey.”
- “Don't expect to be able to influence the outcomes in any significant way as most of the story beats feel random.”
- “And what an opportunity missed to really tell the story of the horrendous predicament of refugees around the world.”
emotional
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its emotional depth and ability to engage players on a profound level, often described as compelling and heartbreaking. Many reviewers highlight the immersive storytelling, particularly through text messages, which fosters a strong emotional investment in the characters and their journeys, making it a standout experience in the realm of emotional gaming. Overall, it is regarded as a touching and important narrative that resonates deeply with players, often leaving them moved and reflective.
- “This game explores emotional depths that I have never really known before.”
- “An emotionally gripping story of a journey that most of us playing will never experience, but is so important to understand.”
- “It makes you care and become emotionally tied to your wife Nour, a Syrian woman trying to make it out of Syria to find a better life.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received for its engaging stories and characters, though some players find it tedious due to the lack of a feature that allows them to revisit specific decisions. Additionally, there are concerns about notification issues, which detract from the overall experience. While the gameplay is enjoyable, it could benefit from improvements to enhance user convenience.
- “I love the gameplay, the stories, and the characters.”
- “Gameplay is good but I don't receive any notifications from this game whenever I have a message unless I check and open the game itself. Is that normal?”
- “Gameplay is simple but super enjoyable.”
- “Some commentary on the actual gameplay: it's tedious to have to restart entirely - a feature to go back to a specific 'decision' or part of the journey would be useful if you wanted to try a different approach to a situation.”
- “However, the actual gameplay has a lot to be desired.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with users reporting significant bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay. While some players express affection for the game despite its issues, others have downgraded their ratings due to the unplayable nature of these problems.
- “It's kinda buggy, not gonna lie.”
- “It sometimes glitches and bugs, but I love it even though.”
- “I gave it a 4-star review, but I have to come back and edit it to 1 star because this game is too buggy and unplayable.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its emotional depth, effectively complementing both happy and sad moments in the narrative. Reviewers appreciate the intricate details and how the soundtrack enhances the overall storytelling experience, despite some concerns about its cost compared to other music players.
- “I loved all the details, the story narrative, the pictures, the voice messages, and the ending music is just amazing how it fits both happy and sad endings.”
- “The fact that this costs more than an aftermarket Android music player with a built-in equalizer is beyond me.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the humor in the game, highlighting the clever and endearing personalities of characters like Nour and Majd, who are described as smart, brave, and funny. The real-time gameplay enhances the comedic interactions, making the experience enjoyable and engaging.
- “Being able to play in 'real time' and the characters are so kind and funny.”
- “Nour and Majd are smart, brave, funny, scared, and kind... I really like them.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the lack of a feature that allows them to revisit specific decisions or parts of the journey, which would enable them to explore different approaches without restarting entirely.
- “Grinding feels like an endless chore, with little reward for the time invested.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
- “It's frustrating to spend hours grinding for resources only to find that they don't significantly impact gameplay.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are highly praised for their overall quality and impressive detail, with many users feeling they warrant a rating higher than 5 stars.
- “The overall graphics and quality are stunning, and the amount of detail is impressive; it deserves higher than 5 stars!”
- “The visuals are breathtaking, with vibrant colors and intricate designs that truly bring the game world to life.”
- “Every environment is beautifully crafted, showcasing a level of detail that enhances the immersive experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's strong plot and detailed design, contributing to its high replay value, making it one of the best offerings on the Play Store.
- “The plot, detail, and replay value make this one of the best games on the Play Store.”
- “Every playthrough feels fresh, thanks to the diverse choices and outcomes.”
- “The game offers multiple endings and paths, encouraging you to replay it and discover everything.”