Extra Case: My Girlfriend's Secrets
- September 12, 2022
- Sounding Stone / 老奉毊
Get on Steam"Extra Case: My Girlfriend's Secrets" is a horror dating sim with a time loop feature, where you play as a college student dating your girlfriend, Sarah "Sally" Sweet. Sarah seems to be hiding something, and you'll have to decide whether to respect her privacy or pry into her secrets. If you choose the latter, you may discover something shocking that could lead to a tragic end. With the ability to rewind time, you can try different approaches to uncover the truth. The game's features include multiple endings, investigative elements, and a haunting atmosphere.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful art and character design, enhancing the overall experience.
- The story is engaging and keeps players invested from start to finish, with some surprising twists.
- It's a solid entry in the series, making it a good starting point for newcomers.
- The gameplay is minimal, primarily consisting of pressing a button to advance the story, leading to a lack of player involvement.
- The game is linear with no real choices, often presenting the illusion of choice that can frustrate players.
- Despite having multiple endings, players are forced to replay the game to see them, which diminishes the sense of true branching paths.
- story33 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it average and predictable, while others appreciate its originality and engaging elements, particularly in romance and mystery. Many noted the repetitive nature of the plot and the lack of impactful gameplay, but some enjoyed the character development and dark themes. Overall, while the narrative has its flaws, it offers intriguing twists and a compelling atmosphere that resonates with certain players.
“I will say that the plot of this game was surprisingly strong.”
“The story is original and the art is beautiful.”
“I finished the story and I can say that I thoroughly enjoyed it.”
“The game... loops 10 times... and it's the same story going with an ending that is just 'oof!'”
“A straight story, the choices are just decoration.”
“I feel like the game's plot was written to make up for the lack of twists or deconstruction in case 02.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for its lack of interactivity, with many users describing it as a linear experience primarily focused on moving to highlighted objects and pressing a button, resembling a visual novel rather than a traditional game. While the story is engaging, players express disappointment over the minimal gameplay elements and the misleading expectations set by promotional materials.
“I still recommend it, as the story is interesting, but I just wish there was some gameplay to it.”
“All I can say is that it is mostly filled with visual novel elements, and the gameplay itself only involves moving and interacting.”
“I found it a little frustrating to have basically no involvement in the gameplay, literally just moving to whatever object was sparkling and then pressing the spacebar until I reached my ending.”
“There is absolutely no gameplay in this title.”
“But be aware that there's no 'real gameplay'; it's basically a linear visual novel done with RPG Maker visuals.”
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its beauty and fittingness, with a poetic quality that enhances the overall experience. While the repetitive music box lullaby can become tiresome over time, it is still considered pleasant, and the somber piano tracks are well-received, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
“Never thought I'd feel so passionately about such a short and sweet RPG Maker game because the art, music, and writing are all beautiful - every word is almost like poetry and that's really cool!”
“The same song plays for like two hours, and it brought out my inner meth addiction.”
“You'll be hearing the music box lullaby a lot, which does get a bit tiring, but at least it sounds good.”
“I'm not hating on it because it meets the standards already, but the music is pretty decent and fitting.”
- character development3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is notable, particularly through the evolution of Marty, who becomes stronger yet remains emotionally dependent on Sally due to his traumatic past. Sally also receives significant development, revealing a complex backstory and showcasing her strength through witty interactions with Marty, moving beyond the typical damsel in distress trope. Overall, both characters experience growth that adds depth to their relationship.
“Marty may have gone through a lot of character development and became a stronger person over the course of 'Loser Reborn' and 'Paranormal Evil', but due to the loss of his family and best friend, he's very emotionally dependent on Sally, which leads to him trying to pursue a 'happy ending' with her no matter what.”
“Meanwhile, Sally does have a dark secret and gets character development and a backstory beyond being a damsel in distress, and she gets some moments where she sasses Marty for saying something stupid.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the narrative highlights Marty’s significant character development, showcasing his strength despite the profound loss of his family and best friend. His emotional dependency on Sally drives him to seek a "happy ending" with her, illustrating the complexities of his relationships and the impact of his past traumas.
“Marty may have gone through a lot of character development and became a stronger person over the course of 'Loser Reborn' and 'Paranormal Evil', but due to the loss of his family and best friend, he's very emotionally dependent on Sally, which leads to him trying to pursue a 'happy ending' with her no matter what.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its occasional use of risqué or dirty jokes, which some players find enjoyable.
“The humor in this game is clever and keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love the witty dialogue and the hilarious situations the characters find themselves in.”
“The game has a great sense of humor that adds a fun twist to the gameplay.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized as simplistic, resembling RPG Maker visuals, and the game is primarily a linear visual novel rather than a traditional gameplay experience.
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The character models are poorly designed and look like they belong in a much older game.”
“The environments are bland and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
