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Memories is a sapphic visual novel dress-up game where clothes are linked to painful memories of a failed relationship.

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

Reviews

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 885 reviews

story133 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a heartfelt and emotional story that resonates deeply with players, particularly those who have experienced similar relationships.
The art style is cute and nostalgic, enhancing the overall experience and emotional impact of the narrative.
Despite its short length, the game effectively conveys complex emotions and themes of love and loss.

The text speed is painfully slow, making it frustrating for players who prefer a quicker reading pace, and there is no option to adjust it.
There is no save feature, forcing players to complete the game in one sitting, which can be inconvenient.
The music can be repetitive and loud, detracting from the emotional experience of the story.

story
334 mentions
40 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The story of the game is a poignant and emotional exploration of love and heartbreak, often resonating deeply with players, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. While many praise its beautiful art style and relatable themes, criticisms arise regarding the slow text pacing and lack of meaningful choices, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the narrative's impact leaves a lasting impression, making it a recommended play for those who appreciate heartfelt storytelling.
- “A very soft, sweet, and emotional story about love... profoundly beautiful and tragic.”
- “Incredible art style and beautiful story, I don't know how a game this short can evoke so many emotions.”
- “The story is heart-wrenching, and incredibly relatable to anyone who's been forced by circumstance to end a relationship.”
- “I did not enjoy it; originally I had tried to read and follow along with the story, but the text was so mind-numbingly slow to the point I actually started focusing on another game while I just mindlessly clicked the screen to make the text keep moving.”
- “The story is sad, but terribly clichéd; nothing original.”
- “There is no option to speed up the text (which goes really slow) nor to save the game; I get that it's a short game, but still, the music gets annoying after some time and after the story progresses I realized there is no character depth nor development.”
emotional
221 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly praised, with many players expressing that it made them cry due to its heartfelt and poignant storytelling. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke deep feelings of love, loss, and nostalgia, often describing it as a beautifully heartbreaking experience that resonates personally. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics, the emotional impact remains a standout feature, making it highly recommended for those seeking a touching narrative.
- “A very soft, sweet, and emotional story about love... profoundly beautiful and tragic.”
- “An emotional ride through love, loss, and nostalgia... the visuals are stunning, with dreamlike environments that pull you in, and the soundtrack perfectly matches the mood.”
- “This game was so good, it made me cry; the story is just amazing and so is the art.”
music
96 mentions
27 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its nostalgic and emotional qualities, likening it to a soothing music box tune that complements the story. However, many criticize its repetitiveness and loud volume, which can detract from the overall experience, especially given the lack of options to adjust the sound or speed up text. Overall, while the music enhances the atmosphere for some, it becomes a source of frustration for others, impacting their enjoyment of the game.
- “An emotional ride through love, loss, and nostalgia... the visuals are stunning, with dreamlike environments that pull you in, and the soundtrack perfectly matches the mood.”
- “The music sounds like a music box, it conveys a sad, nostalgic atmosphere, and even though it is looped, it is pleasant to listen to while playing.”
- “The artwork and music are both amazing and the atmosphere is truly something else.”
- “The music is constant and monotonous; the volume slider for the music doesn't work, and the text takes so long to appear that I don't want to go through the beginning all over again just to get to the end.”
- “The background music was monotonously the same throughout the story, and the music box-like BGM gave me a headache.”
- “The biggest issues are the fact that the volume slider doesn't change the only sound in the game, the music, and that the text speed is molasses slow.”
graphics
88 mentions
51 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and nostalgic art style, often described as pastel and hand-drawn, which effectively complements the emotional storyline. While many reviewers find the visuals stunning and evocative, some criticize the lack of detail and refinement in certain areas. Overall, the art style is a significant highlight, enhancing the game's impact despite some technical issues like loud music and lack of save features.
- “The visuals are stunning, with dreamlike environments that pull you in, and the soundtrack perfectly matches the mood.”
- “The art style is lovely, the story is easy to understand, music fits perfectly and the whole game tugs at your heartstrings!”
- “What sets 'memories' apart is the stunning artwork and graphics, which are both evocative and immersive.”
- “The graphics are pictures that look as if they were quickly painted with pastels.”
- “They really did a lazy job on the artwork and storytelling.”
- “While the artwork is cute, it isn't too detailed or refined.”
gameplay
22 mentions
14 % positive mentions
73 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is predominantly linear and minimal, resembling a kinetic visual novel with very few meaningful choices that do not alter the narrative progression. Players can expect a slow-paced experience focused on storytelling rather than traditional gameplay mechanics, with some describing it as more akin to watching a short film. While the emotional story and unique presentation are appreciated, the lack of interactivity and variety in gameplay has left some reviewers disappointed.
- “The gameplay is mainly a story that unfolds in a unique way, letting you piece together the main character's past through their memories.”
- “You can experience an emotional story with choice-based dialogue and a dress-up gameplay that reveals a character's past and presence.”
- “Gameplay wise, it's a kinetic visual novel.”
- “It's really light on the 'gameplay', more akin to watching a short film than even most other visual novels. It has a completely linear narrative in that the options do not change the progression at all.”
- “Very little gameplay (almost none at all).”
- “As some other reviews have stated, it would be cute to read as a short picture book, but as a game, it offers no real gameplay. It's entirely linear and there are no real choices to make; the several 'multiple choice' scenarios just boil down to the exact same option worded differently.”
atmosphere
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a nostalgic and dreamy quality, enhanced by a beautifully crafted music box soundtrack and stunning artwork. While the slow text progression contributes to the immersive experience, it has also frustrated some players. Overall, the combination of art, music, and emotional depth creates a captivating environment that resonates deeply with players.
- “The artwork and music are both amazing, and the atmosphere is truly something else.”
- “Very slow text progression and no way of skipping (yes, it builds atmosphere maybe even, but it also frustrated a lot of people in discussions).”
- “The music sounds like a music box; it conveys a sad, nostalgic atmosphere, and even though it is looped, it is pleasant to listen to while playing.”
- “The game's simple but effective color palette and art style create a dreamy, nostalgic atmosphere that draws the player into the story and the characters.”
replayability
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, as it is designed to be experienced in a single playthrough without options for saving or skipping dialogue. While the short story has a significant impact, the slow-paced nature and lack of meaningful choices diminish the incentive to replay.
- “The impact that the short story has is enough to make the experience worthwhile, even if it doesn't have much to offer in terms of replayability.”
- “If you are interested in what the game is like: slow-paced choices don't really matter in this visual novel, and there are no saves or skipping dialog. However, it is meant to be experienced at once, so it doesn't have a lot of replay value.”
- “It doesn't have much to offer in terms of replayability, but the impact that the short story has is enough.”
- “If you are interested in what the game is like: slow-paced choices don't really matter, visual novel, no saves, no skipping dialog - but to be clear, it doesn't have a lot of replay value, so it's meant to be experienced at once.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an almost unrealistic commitment, akin to needing a "second life" to manage it effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be amusing and entertaining, highlighting its humorous elements as a key aspect of their enjoyment.
- “This game had me laughing out loud with its clever jokes and witty dialogue!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, blending absurdity with sharp satire.”
- “I love how the game uses humor to lighten the mood, making even the toughest challenges enjoyable!”