Goodbye

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Goodbye is a single player casual simulation game with a drama theme. It was developed by Amabird and was released on September 10, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A story-driven interactive game about a sweet old lady and a mysterious figure. Follow her daily routine by completing a simple task list, until it's time to make an unusual deal with the One Who's Waiting. And please, do not say “goodbye.”

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

story4 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Emotional and heartfelt story that deeply resonates with players, especially those who have experienced loss or have a close relationship with grandparents.
Beautifully crafted atmosphere with good voice acting and detailed graphics that enhance the bittersweet and touching narrative.
Short and accessible experience that effectively delivers a powerful message about family, love, and the preciousness of time.

Game is very short, around 15-20 minutes, which leaves some players wishing it was longer or more developed.
Technical issues such as high mouse sensitivity, occasional bugs, clipping, and inconsistent audio volume were reported.
Some graphical aspects like motion blur, lighting oddities, and cutscenes can be jarring or cause discomfort (e.g., motion sickness).

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for being short, simple, and emotionally impactful, delivering a bittersweet, heartfelt experience that resonates deeply with players. Despite its brevity, it effectively evokes complex feelings and leaves a memorable impression. Some users wished for more background or continuation but overall found it a touching and well-crafted narrative.
- “Read the other reviews and you will see the praising of the graphics, the story, the simplicity that brings up so much complex feelings.”
- “Instead I got punched in the gut with a beautifully sad story that has reminded me I haven't seen my grandma in a while.”
- “A lovely and simple short story that will resonate with most of us.”
- “Not much can be said about the story without spoiling the whole thing, since it's maybe 20 minutes long.”
- “The story was short and very sweet.”
- “A short game with a bittersweet story.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game delivers a powerful and heartfelt emotional experience, focusing on caring for an elderly grandmother in her final days. Its short, bittersweet narrative evokes deep feelings, often resonating differently based on the player's age and empathy. Despite limited gameplay, it is widely praised as an emotional masterpiece that can be more impactful than many high-budget games.
- “This emotional journey challenges you to care for a grandmother in her last days, turning small rituals into a powerful tribute to a life well-lived.”
- “It's a beautiful and heartbreaking game about an elderly grandmother waiting for her family to visit.”
- “Goodbye is a free and short game, a well-made and emotional experience about an elderly widow in a remote and run-down cottage, who desperately clings to her declining life while waiting to get a letter from her college student granddaughter.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for their quality, detailed outdoor environments, and emotional impact, though some users note occasional odd lighting, motion blur, and minor glitches. Overall, the visuals are well-optimized and contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere.
- “The visuals are a little mixed; most times they are great, but some lighting looks odd.”
- “A sweet and short interactive story; graphics were great and I was able to play without much problem.”
- “In my opinion, the graphics are really good, and the attention to detail in the outdoor sky is amazing.”
- “The visuals are a little mixed, most times they are great, but some lighting looks odd.”
- “Severe motion blur and a few graphical glitches.”
- “The game doesn't have graphics settings but I felt it was optimized enough for me not to experience any glitches.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game demonstrates generally good stability with no significant glitches, though some users report occasional severe motion blur and minor graphical issues. Despite lacking graphics settings, it appears well-optimized for smooth performance.
- “Severe motion blur and a few graphical glitches.”