Extra Case: My Girlfriend's Secrets
- September 12, 2022
- Sounding Stone / 老奉毊
Get on SteamYour girlfriend seems to be hiding something. Will you respect her privacy or pry into her secrets? Don't worry, though. This is a horror dating sim with a time loop, so you can try again...and again...and again...Characters Sarah "Sally" Sweet Your girlfriend who you recently got into a relationship with. She seems to be hiding something. "Don't ever, EVER — open the door to my ro…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a good story with interesting twists and character development.
- The art and character design are beautiful and well-executed.
- It provides an entertaining experience, reminiscent of classic RPGMaker horror games.
- The gameplay is mostly linear with minimal player choice, making it feel restrictive.
- Repetitive elements and a lack of real alternative endings can be frustrating.
- Some players experienced technical issues, such as a black screen preventing gameplay.
- story21 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its originality and strong plot, particularly in the romance and mystery genres. However, many found the repetitive nature of the narrative and clichéd dialogue frustrating, while others noted that player choices felt superficial. Overall, while the story has its charms and interesting elements, it suffers from pacing issues and a lack of depth in gameplay integration.
“I will say that the plot of this game was surprisingly strong.”
“Story is original and the art is beautiful.”
“But to be honest, the story itself is really good as a romance and mystery (even though we just need to follow the story).”
“The game... loops 10 times... and it's the same story 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.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is largely criticized for its lack of interactivity, with players primarily moving to highlighted objects and pressing a button to progress, resulting in a linear experience akin to a visual novel. While the story is engaging, many users express disappointment over the minimal gameplay elements, describing it as more of a narrative experience than a traditional game.
“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 is only 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.”
- 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, the characters are well-designed and their growth adds depth to the narrative.
“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.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its beauty and poetic quality, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users noted that the repetitive nature of a single song playing for an extended period can become overwhelming.
“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 drove me to the brink of insanity.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The soundtrack feels outdated and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- 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 dependence 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.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized as simplistic and reminiscent of RPG Maker, presenting a linear visual-novel style rather than traditional gameplay.
“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.”
