Fix Me Fix You

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"Fix Me Fix You" is a visual novel focused on self-discovery and recovery from depression. Experience a deep storyline with full voiceover by professional actors, multiple endings, and a charming art style. Set in the picturesque Santa Barbara, CA, the game explores themes of finding one's purpose and healing.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

story7 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a beautiful story that deals with themes of depression and personal growth, resonating with players on a personal level.
The graphics and character art are visually appealing, complemented by a relaxing soundtrack and good voice acting.
The game offers multiple endings and choices that enhance replayability, allowing players to explore different outcomes.

The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and unresponsive gameplay, which can hinder the overall experience.
The skip function is problematic, often skipping unread content and making replaying the game tedious.
Character development is lacking, with some players finding the protagonist unlikable and the story feeling rushed.

story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Fix Me Fix You" is a visually appealing yet brief narrative that explores themes of mental health and personal growth through the experiences of a college student. While some players found the story to be touching and relatable, others criticized it for being mediocre and lacking character development. Overall, it offers a mix of humor and depth, appealing primarily to fans of the visual novel genre, though its short length and specific subject matter may not resonate with everyone.
- “And the way the story ends when the main character realizes that while helping his friend, he was fixing himself, made me think about the importance of having sessions with a therapist, just like we regularly visit a dentist.”
- “It deals with depression and mental illness in a pragmatic yet sensitive way, and the story appears to be written by someone who is familiar with these issues.”
- “This is a deep story, and I do recommend it for those looking for a new take on how visual novels can be used as an art form.”
- “The story is short and I don't think the price is justified.”
- “I didn't explore other options to see if there were other endings, as the story just didn't warrant yet another playthrough.”
- “The story is kind of mediocre slice of life.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as chill and relaxing, enhancing the overall experience, though some users found it unmemorable or experienced volume inconsistencies. The deluxe edition offers additional soundtrack and commentary, which some players appreciated, while others felt the music did not significantly elevate the narrative. Overall, opinions on the music vary, with some enjoying the instrumental tracks and others finding them lackluster.
- “The soundtrack is chill and relaxing... I recommend it.”
- “That's pretty much what brought the novel together, but the voice acting, music, one cool transition, and song accompanying the credits further enhanced it.”
- “I like the music, nice little relaxing instrumental tracks that help flavor the story.”
- “It's just meh, from the story, and music, to the art.”
- “I had some volume issues between scenes and at times with the music vs the voiceover.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this visual novel is characterized by witty and deep writing, featuring both hilarious dialogue and touching moments that enhance the overall experience. While the story is short and may not appeal to everyone, it offers enjoyable comedic elements that resonate well with fans of the genre.
- “Even though this visual novel is quite short, I still enjoyed the story, and there were some humorous and touching moments that really put a smile on my face as I read.”
- “To be a nice little experience with some great art and hilarious dialogue, but the story is very short and deals with some subject matter that may not particularly appeal to everyone, so 'Fix Me, Fix You' is recommended to fans of the visual novel genre only.”
- “Witty and deep writing that can be tender and hilarious at times.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their beauty and artistic quality, contributing to a relaxing overall experience. Users appreciate the memorable character designs and the harmonious integration of visuals with the soundtrack.
- “The graphics are nice, and the soundtrack is chill and relaxing. I recommend it.”
- “The artwork is beautiful, and the characters will stay with me.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted through the protagonist's reunion with a troubled high school sweetheart, blending humor and poignant moments that resonate with players. Despite its brevity, the story effectively evokes a range of feelings, leaving a lasting impression.
- “You take on the role of Austin Lewis, a full-time college student and full-time slacker, who suddenly finds himself reunited with a high school sweetheart that is now a pop-star sensation but who is suffering from some deep emotional problems.”
- “Even though this visual novel is quite short, I still enjoyed the story and there were some humorous and touching moments that really put a smile on my face as I read.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability through multiple endings and achievements, although some users note that with only three endings available, the overall replay value may be limited.
- “I didn't have any technical issues other than a few typos, which is typical with most visual novels. Replayability is high due to the different endings and achievements that you can get.”
- “The game offers multiple endings and achievements, making it highly replayable.”
- “I believe there are only 3 endings, so there's not a lot of replay value.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The gameplay is minimal, as it is primarily a visual novel, focusing more on narrative and dialogue than interactive mechanics.
- “It's a visual novel, so obviously there isn't a lot of gameplay to be had.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth.”
- “I found the mechanics to be clunky and unresponsive.”