If only i could go home early

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If only i could go home early is a single player action game with a horror theme. It was developed by Photoreceptor and was released on July 13, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"If only I could go home early" is a point-and-click pixel art game about an office worker with a unique wife. One day, he finds her "dead" after working late, but she's just pretending. The game features 8 levels in this free version, with a total of 20 or 21 levels in the full version. The goal is to help the wife by finding the right way to "make her up" and showcasing the couple's love story.

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

story4 positive mentions

The game features a powerful and emotional story that resonates deeply with players, touching on themes of love, loss, and work culture.
It offers clever and imaginative puzzles that are challenging yet rewarding, with a unique premise that stands out in the puzzle genre.
The charming pixel art and engaging cutscenes enhance the overall experience, making it visually appealing and enjoyable.

The English translation is rough in places, with some flavor text untranslated, which can detract from the experience.
Some puzzles can be obscure and not intuitive, leading to frustration and the need for trial and error.
The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content or a longer narrative.

story
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The game features a compelling narrative that begins in a familiar setting before evolving into an engaging sci-fi journey, effectively enhancing its powerful themes. Each level is accompanied by charming pixel art cut scenes that enrich the storytelling experience, making it a delightful blend of narrative and gameplay. Overall, players appreciate the combination of a strong story and enjoyable puzzles.
- “Starts out pretty normal, but then goes on a complete sci-fi journey, but it's okay because it serves to tell the extremely powerful story.”
- “I love this type of games... a good story, good puzzles, something to enjoy and be entertained.”
- “Each level has its own story and is often introduced with a nice pixel art cut scene.”
- “The story starts out pretty normal, but then it takes a complete sci-fi turn that feels disjointed and confusing.”
- “The narrative lacks depth and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “While the game attempts to deliver a powerful story, the execution is muddled and often feels incoherent.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is generally smooth and engaging, with minor issues in the English translation that do not significantly hinder the overall experience.
- “The English translation is a bit rough (some flavor text is untranslated, etc.), but overall it doesn't impede gameplay.”
humor
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The humor in the game is characterized by clever artistic choices and relatable themes that resonate with the working-class experience, providing both entertainment and depth.
- “Good art, funny choices... and something that digs deep into all of us working-class.”