Mixed Feelings: While You Were Away
- March 24, 2022
- ChaniMK
Get on Steam"Mixed Feelings: While You Were Away" is a visual novel that follows Gale, a young man in a long-distance relationship with his high school sweetheart, Arthur. When Gale starts working at a cafe, he meets Brycen and develops feelings for him, leaving him torn between his love for Arthur and his attraction to Brycen. With 35,000 words, 15 CGs, and 4 endings, players must navigate Gale's complex emotions and make decisions that will determine the outcome of his relationships. This game is SFW and has 4 endings .
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and emotional exploration of long-distance relationships, capturing the bittersweet feelings associated with love and connection.
- The characters, especially Brycen, are well-developed and relatable, making players feel invested in their stories and choices.
- The writing is engaging and humorous, with a mix of cute moments and heartfelt emotions that resonate with players.
- Some players found the routes to be lacking in significant differences, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness in gameplay.
- The art style, while cute, received mixed reviews, with some players feeling that character designs were stiff and not visually appealing.
- There were technical issues such as lag and repetitive background music that detracted from the overall experience.
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its unique and emotional depth, offering a bittersweet narrative that resonates strongly with players. While it is relatively short, it effectively engages players from start to finish, eliciting strong emotional reactions despite minor flaws in writing. Overall, it is described as beautifully crafted and impactful, making it a recommended experience for fans of the genre.
“I really enjoyed my first playthrough of this and I liked this type of story; it was unique for a visual novel.”
“I won't go into too much detail regarding the story, since the game is fairly short, but let me still tell you that it was quite the emotional rollercoaster and, despite a few typos here and there, wonderfully written!”
“Heart-wrenching story, but so beautiful.”
“The plot at the beginning is uncomfortable to say the least.”
“The story is short, but clearly focused on developing this topic.”
“I won't go into too much detail regarding the story, since the game is fairly short, but let me still tell you that it was quite the emotional rollercoaster and, despite a few typos here and there, wonderfully written!”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game presents a compelling emotional narrative that explores the complexities of love and infidelity, delivering a heart-wrenching yet beautifully written experience. Players describe it as an emotional rollercoaster, highlighting its impactful storytelling despite minor flaws.
“In contrast to this lingual simplicity, the author challenges a rather tantalizing topic: falling in love with someone despite already being in a wholesome relationship.”
“I won't go into too much detail regarding the story, since the game is fairly short, but let me still tell you that it was quite the emotional rollercoaster and, despite a few typos here and there, wonderfully written!”
“Heart-wrenching story, but so beautiful.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as cute but unremarkable, appealing primarily to fans of the art style. While the visuals may not stand out significantly, they complement the interesting story, making the game a recommended choice for enthusiasts of this aesthetic.
“The art style is cute and adds a charming touch to the game.”
“The graphics are adorable, and the interesting story makes it a great recommendation for fans.”
“I appreciate the unique art style, even if it's not groundbreaking.”
“The art style is cute, but not exactly anything to write home about.”
“That's just my personal preference though, and I did buy the game knowing full well how the art style looks.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players finding the soundtrack repetitive and annoying, leading to instances of muting the game. Additionally, there are concerns about the overall quality of the audio experience, particularly during laggy moments.
“If I were to change something, it would be the soundtrack.”
“The game is a bit laggy at times, and there was this one song that started getting so annoying that I just muted the game.”
