Fragments of Him

82%
Game Brain Score Based on 84 reviews
  • story
  • emotional
  • gameplay
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"Fragments of Him" is an emotional, puzzle-free game where you experience the lives of four people connected by love and a tragic accident. Play as Will, his grandmother, girlfriend, and partner, exploring their past and processing their grief. This artistic, thought-provoking experience offers a unique, theatre-like narrative, presenting a deeply moving and ultimately uplifting story.

  • Mac OS
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Linux
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  • Xbox
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Reviews

82%
Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews
story22 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features a beautifully written and emotional narrative that explores themes of love, loss, and acceptance, resonating deeply with players.
  • The minimalist art style and well-chosen soundtrack enhance the storytelling experience, creating a captivating atmosphere that draws players in.
  • The voice acting is solid, and the character perspectives provide a meaningful exploration of grief and relationships, making it a memorable experience.
  • The gameplay is largely limited to clicking on objects to progress the story, which can feel tedious and detracts from the overall experience.
  • Some characters, particularly the homophobic grandmother, are portrayed in a way that feels clichéd and may alienate players looking for more nuanced representation.
  • The pacing can be slow, with certain sections dragging on and repetitive dialogue that may hinder emotional engagement with the story.
  • story105 mentions

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its emotional depth and relatability, particularly in exploring themes of love, loss, and acceptance, while others criticize it for being clichéd and lacking engagement. Many players appreciate the well-crafted narrative and voice acting, noting that the minimalist art style and music enhance the storytelling experience, though some find the gameplay mechanics tedious and the pacing disrupted by frequent loading screens. Overall, it is seen as a poignant, albeit slow-paced, interactive narrative that resonates with those who enjoy story-driven experiences.

    • “It's a great story with a good soundtrack, managing to capture a variety of topics such as struggling and learning to deal with the loss of someone, learning to live with no regrets, and feeling remorse.”
    • “This sad and both emotionally and visually beautiful game helped me to fight my depression with its heartbreaking, but still hopeful story about loss and gain, family and friendship, and about acceptance of yourself and the ones dear to you.”
    • “It's emotional, meaningful, and profoundly tragic, with characters seeming so real that they can pull you into the story and make you feel like you're a part of their lives.”
    • “The story is incredibly dull in the early going - the parts where you hear the grandmother talk seem to last forever, as does the bit with the ex-girlfriend Sarah.”
    • “Sadly, the story and its delivery is dull.”
    • “It could have been a moving experience, but the repetitive, pointless interaction makes the player a mere spectator to the characters' story.”
  • emotional36 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its powerful storytelling and ability to evoke deep feelings, often leaving players in tears. Many reviews highlight the game's exploration of themes such as love, loss, and acceptance, with a strong emphasis on its touching narrative and relatable characters. While some players found the experience short, the overall consensus is that it offers a meaningful and heartwarming journey that resonates long after playing.

    • “Definitely made me cry, but for all the best reasons.”
    • “This sad and both emotionally and visually beautiful game helped me to fight my depression with its heartbreaking, but still hopeful story about loss and gain, family and friendship, and about acceptance of yourself and the ones dear to you.”
    • “It's emotional, meaningful and profoundly tragic with characters seeming so real that they can pull you into the story and make you feel like you're a part of their lives.”
  • gameplay26 mentions

    The gameplay is largely criticized for being minimalistic and repetitive, primarily consisting of clicking on highlighted objects to progress the story, which some players find tedious and lacking in challenge. While it is described as more of an interactive narrative experience or visual novel than a traditional game, those who appreciate story-driven content may still find value in its emotional depth, despite the limited gameplay mechanics. Overall, the game sacrifices traditional gameplay elements for a focus on narrative, making it a polarizing experience for players.

    • “Despite the low budget, it features very interesting and effective interactive mechanics with narrative purpose.”
    • “Yes, it's only 2 to 3 hours long and yes, the gameplay is limited to walking and clicking on various objects, but behind these simple elements the player is presented with an emotional and moving story that really makes you think about life.”
    • “The main gameplay is to experience the fragments which you are able to gain by clicking on the specific marked objects; the movement while playing the game is smooth and the cinematic scenes are nice and used well.”
    • “I don't mean it needs sword and sorcery action scenes and hack-and-slash, but it doesn't really have gameplay, which is a crucial part of a game; and the lack of basic level design understanding makes it notorious to go through.”
    • “But the mechanic to move the story forward, by clicking on the one thing that is highlighted, is tedious and frustrating.”
    • “The gameplay was so dull and limited that I ended up running around tables, just to have something to do.”
  • graphics16 mentions

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist art style that effectively enhances the emotional narrative, with soft colors and faceless characters contributing to a poignant atmosphere. While many players appreciate the unique visual design and its ability to evoke strong feelings, some have noted graphical bugs and mixed opinions on the overall quality. Overall, the graphics are seen as a vital component that complements the storytelling, despite some technical shortcomings.

    • “The mood of the lighting, artwork, and music really helped to set the scene for the whole story, with the story itself being a masterpiece that leaves you wanting to appreciate what you have more.”
    • “The developers did an excellent job of creating an emotional narrative, beautiful graphics, and wonderful music.”
    • “The graphic and scene design choices do a great job of reinforcing the feel of people taking a trip back through memory lane.”
    • “Graphics are nothing to brag about.”
    • “Some graphical bugs which the developer(s) has had more than enough time at this point to flesh out.”
    • “I read in the discussions about this game that people had second thoughts about the graphics style.”
  • music11 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and emotional depth, effectively enhancing the narrative's themes of loss and reflection. While some reviewers noted that the soundtrack can be repetitive, it still contributes significantly to the overall atmosphere and emotional impact of the story. The combination of music, art style, and voice acting creates a compelling experience that resonates with players.

    • “It's a great story with a good soundtrack managing to capture a variety of topics, such as struggling and learning to deal with the loss of someone, learning to live with no regrets, and feeling remorse.”
    • “The mood of the lighting, artwork, and music really helped to set the scene for the whole story, with the story itself being a masterpiece that leaves you wanting to appreciate what you have more.”
    • “The developers did an excellent job of creating an emotional narrative, beautiful graphics, and wonderful music.”
    • “The only thing that would make you sad was the music, and as for the story, well, it's been done before numerous times, and done better, unfortunately.”
    • “Soundtrack is a bit repetitive, but the songs are still nice.”
    • “For some reason, I really felt the emptiness and grief; the music really helped with that as well!”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its emotional depth, enhanced by a unique art style and evocative music, creating a compelling experience. Despite its short duration, the rich expressiveness of the graphics contributes significantly to the overall ambiance, earning it a perfect score of 5/5.

    • “The art style and music add to the atmosphere of the story it's trying to tell.”
    • “Though the atmosphere was beautifully set and very emotional, the experience is quite short.”
    • “Foh is able to create a compelling atmosphere, thanks to the unique graphic style, which may seem simple on the surface but is truly rich in expression.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to the repetitive clicking mechanic required to progress the story. While the mechanic is generally well-executed, it can become monotonous, and some users have experienced bugs that further disrupt the experience.

    • “But the mechanic to move the story forward, by clicking on the one thing that is highlighted, is tedious and frustrating.”
    • “No, a few parts did feel a little tedious, and I did get one bug forcing me to restart a scene (couldn't look down).”
    • “The main clicking mechanic, although well done, did get a little tedious at times.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users generally find the replayability of the game to be high, citing various gameplay modes, branching storylines, and the ability to make different choices that lead to unique experiences. Many appreciate the inclusion of unlockable content and challenges that encourage multiple playthroughs. Overall, players feel that the game offers enough variety to keep them engaged beyond the initial playthrough.

    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
    • “Once you've completed the story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
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