My Name is You

61%
Game Brain Score Based on 77 reviews
  • story
  • music
  • grinding
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"My Name is You" is a single-player Visual Novel game with a captivating plot. The game explores the idea of exceptionality and the weight of decisions in a monotonous moment in time. As the player, you will encounter two versions of yourself and must navigate meaningful choices that will impact the outcome of the game. This thought-provoking experience delves deep into the consequences of one's actions.

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61%
Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews
story19 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • The game features an intriguing concept with a unique narrative style that blends audio and visual elements effectively.
  • Players can experience multiple endings, providing a sense of replayability and encouraging exploration of different choices.
  • The atmospheric soundtrack and narration enhance the overall experience, creating an engaging and immersive environment.
  • The game is very short, with many players completing it in under an hour, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
  • There are significant usability issues, such as the inability to skip previously seen text, which can make replaying tedious.
  • The story can be confusing and lacks clarity, leaving many players feeling unsatisfied and with more questions than answers after completion.
  • story91 mentions

    The story of the game is polarizing, with many users finding it either confusing or bland, while others appreciate its emotional depth and unique narrative style. The plot revolves around a lonely insurance salesman grappling with mental illness, and while the narration is praised for its quality, the reliance on a single voice actor for all characters can detract from the experience. Players note that multiple playthroughs are necessary to fully piece together the story, which some find tedious, but others see as a rewarding exploration of the protagonist's struggles.

    • “Worth playing through different paths to piece the story together.”
    • “I found the story really interesting but cannot really explain why since I don't want to spoil anything.”
    • “The story is about an insurance salesman with some unknown disease who lives a difficult life.”
    • “Lame and boring story.”
    • “The story was incredibly bland.”
    • “The game is just an audiobook where you make some choices that influence the story; some choices don't really matter, and some choices end the story before it reaches the final chapter.”
  • music15 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its emotional depth and ability to enhance the narrative experience, with a diverse soundtrack that includes quality indie songs. Players appreciate the unique ending themes that accompany different outcomes, adding to the overall immersion. However, some reviewers noted occasional mismatches between the music and the plot's tone, though the overall aesthetic and sound design are considered strong points of the game.

    • “The soundtrack truly works in tandem with the narration to provide a mixed emotion and mixed thought roller coaster; it made me experience so many different emotions and was exactly the kind of experience I look for.”
    • “One of its plus sides was that every time you found a new ending, a different fitting ending song would play.”
    • “The soundtrack to this game is excellent with some quality indie-like songs, and the full gameplay itself should take no more than 2-3 hours at most.”
    • “If you replay the same chapter, the music will continue while the narration begins.”
    • “Most of it is very well translated, but there are a few bits that don't match the right tone of the music and the plot.”
    • “The soundtrack of the game makes the novel feel full of gloom.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game can be tedious, particularly for players aiming to experience all endings in one sitting. Many suggest that the repetitive clicking and navigating through the story could benefit from a skip option to enhance the experience, although some appreciate the grinding as a reflection of the game's dark humor and narrative depth.

    • “In my opinion, this is tedious and should be changed to a skip for the other playthroughs as it would save on constantly clicking the mouse all through the game.”
    • “From time to time, skipping through the story again to choose another story branch felt a tad tedious, but also a bit of a parable for the plot.”
    • “People who find a slow pace tedious probably shouldn't try to go for all endings in one sitting.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by atmospheric storytelling infused with Soviet vibes, creating a unique and intriguing experience. While many players appreciate the strong atmosphere, some feel it lacks depth beyond that element, leaving certain aspects open to interpretation. Overall, it is described as a short yet immersive experience that effectively captures a distinct mood.

    • “Atmospheric storytelling with some Soviet vibes.”
    • “It's a nice, short, and atmospheric experience that does not overstay its welcome.”
    • “It also has a very strange atmosphere, and I still don't completely understand everything myself.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is concise, lasting around 2-3 hours, which some players find acceptable given the small development team. The grainy film style and direct storytelling may initially confuse players, but the excellent indie soundtrack enhances the overall experience.

    • “Making games like these take a surprising amount of time, especially when working with so little staff, so I'm personally not bothered by the short amount of gameplay.”
    • “At first glance during gameplay, the grainy film style mixed with the short yet direct sentences of the story may cause you to think, 'What have I got myself into here?'.”
    • “The soundtrack to this game is excellent, featuring some quality indie-like songs, and the full gameplay itself should take no more than 2-3 hours at most.”
    • “At first glance during gameplay, the grainy film style mixed with the short yet direct sentences of the story may cause you to think, 'What have I gotten myself into here?'”
    • “The soundtrack to this game is excellent with some quality indie-like songs, and the full gameplay itself should take no more than 2-3 hours at most.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game offers limited replayability, primarily driven by the pursuit of achievements and the ability to select chapters, but overall, many players feel it lacks significant incentive to replay.

    • “The game offers a multitude of choices that significantly alter the storyline, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “With various character builds and strategies to explore, I find myself coming back to this game time and again.”
    • “The dynamic world and random events ensure that no two playthroughs are ever the same, keeping the experience engaging.”
    • “It has a little replayability for the sake of achievements, and having the chapter select (there are three chapters) and click/skip function goes a long way towards that.”
    • “- no replayability”
    • “Replayability.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is polarizing; while some find the story lacking and unengaging, others appreciate its ability to evoke personal reflections and emotional responses through its looping narrative. This duality suggests that the game's emotional impact may vary significantly based on individual player experiences.

    • “I would certainly recommend getting this, going into a secluded room and just focusing on it for a good hour or two. It really lets your mind wander and brings many things to the surface with its looping story, evoking emotional responses that resonate with my own life.”
    • “The story felt incredibly dull and uninspired.”
    • “I found the emotional moments to be lacking and unengaging.”
    • “The narrative failed to evoke any real feelings or connections.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game faces criticism for its lack of optimization, with users noting that it runs poorly despite being a text-based visual novel, which typically requires less processing power. Reviewers express frustration that it performs worse than even some poorly optimized AAA titles, highlighting a disconnect between its resource demands and the quality of content provided.

    • “This game runs smoothly and efficiently, showcasing excellent optimization that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
    • “I appreciate how well-optimized this game is; it maintains high performance without sacrificing visual quality.”
    • “This game has no reason to pose any issues for users, and has no reason to be so 'expensive' when it lacks fleshed-out content and isn't polished or optimized.”
    • “If AAA games or poorly optimized titles can run perfectly for me on high settings, a text-based visual novel shouldn't be this bad.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The game features a distinctive dingy dystopian aesthetic that effectively immerses players in its atmosphere. Despite being a text-based game, the visuals are praised for their quality, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “As for a text-based game, the visuals are great.”
    • “The game has a dingy dystopian aesthetic that puts the player in a unique frame of mind.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted to be hit-or-miss, with some lines potentially being funny unintentionally, particularly in the portrayal of female characters.

    • “The humor in this game is spot-on, with clever writing that keeps you laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create hilarious moments that catch you off guard.”
    • “The witty dialogue and playful banter between characters add a delightful layer of humor to the gameplay.”
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