Nowhere Girl

About

Nowhere Girl is a surreal, atmospheric adventure game with puzzle elements. You play as a young girl trapped in a series of unsettling, dreamlike worlds, trying to find her way back home. The game features a unique art style and immersive soundtrack, with a focus on exploration and mystery. However, some players have criticized its short length and lack of clear direction.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 134 reviews

story37 positive mentions

graphics1 negative mentions

The game features a compelling and emotional story that engages players and evokes strong feelings.
The character art and overall presentation are praised for their quality and appeal.
The game offers a unique premise involving a ghostly romance that many players found intriguing and relatable.

The narrative leaves many important questions unanswered, leading to a sense of anticlimax and dissatisfaction with the ending.
The writing and dialogue are criticized for being cringy and unrealistic, detracting from the overall experience.
The game is perceived as short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and resolution, making it feel more like a prologue than a complete story.

story
113 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
65%
3%
The story is described as emotionally engaging and intriguing, with a mix of humor and deeper themes about relationships and resilience. However, some reviewers found it anticlimactic or lacking in realism, with pacing issues and a short length that left them wanting more. Overall, while the narrative has its flaws, it is praised for its unique characters and compelling storytelling, making it a worthwhile experience for many players.
- “It's a good story with good music and atmosphere.”
- “The storyline, while short, keeps you engaged through well-placed humor and wit without sacrificing any of the deeper seriousness to it.”
- “Nowhere Girl is an amazing story about finding oneself through pain and a really weird family.”
- “The story gets the player emotionally involved but then doesn't conclude their burning questions.”
- “If this was a part one, then I would be saying it ended on a high note, but since this does seem to be the full story, it ends very anticlimactically, which is very disappointing for someone looking for a truly happy ending.”
- “It was a thrilling beginning but repeated the same story again and again.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching and heartfelt narrative, which evokes strong feelings and even tears from players. While the story engages players deeply, it leaves some important questions unanswered, creating a mix of heartbreak and inspiration. Overall, it is described as a compelling emotional journey that resonates with themes of struggle, resilience, and the impact of personal trauma.
- “Touching and heartfelt, a more emotional experience than I was expecting!”
- “To read about how she was born into a web of lies, running with her family around the world and everything she endured along the way is heartbreaking but you feel her fighting spirit throughout and you want to fight with her.”
- “What a fascinating, heartbreaking, and hopeful story.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its contribution to the atmosphere, others find it distracting or poorly suited to the game's mood. Overall, the soundtrack is described as average, with issues like bad looping and a lack of cohesion with the story's tone.
- “It's a good story with good music and atmosphere.”
- “+ nice music”
- “The music is ok.”
- “The music is not anything special either.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't fit the game's mood and tone, and sometimes I find it irritating.”
- “--bad looping of music.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is praised for its cleverness and ability to engage players without undermining the story's deeper themes, showcasing Trainwreck Studios' strength in writing. However, some reviewers note that while the initial humor is captivating, it can become tedious and disjointed as the narrative progresses. Overall, the game effectively balances humor with emotional depth, appealing to those who appreciate a mix of laughter and poignant moments.
- “The storyline, while short, keeps you engaged through well-placed humor and wit without sacrificing any of the deeper seriousness to it.”
- “Trainwreck Studios continues to be one of the best Western VN developers. The writing is amazing, unless you hate laughing, crying, or feeling any emotions.”
- “It was so funny!”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics have been criticized for their poor quality, including lackluster background art and inadequate visual representation of the main character. Overall, the visuals do not meet expectations, detracting from the overall experience of the game.
- “The cringy dialogue, the dumb choices, the lack of any proper visuals for the main character, and especially the sorry excuse for background art.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The character development in the game is praised for its good design and effective story progression, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some players feel that the soundtrack detracts from the game's mood, which can be distracting. Overall, the character design and narrative are considered strong points that enhance the game's value.
- “The character design and story expression are impressive; they did a pretty good job on it.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters on an emotional level.”
- “I was disappointed with how the characters evolved throughout the game; their arcs felt rushed and unconvincing.”
- “While the story had potential, the character development was poorly executed, leaving me feeling detached from their journeys.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its strong storytelling and effective music, which together create an engaging and immersive experience.
- “It's a good story with great music and a captivating atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers indicate that while the initial chapters of the book are engaging and humorous, the narrative becomes tedious and disjointed over time, leading to a sense of grinding through the latter sections.