Runaway girl: Picked up a girl

About

"Runaway Girl" is an intriguing adventure game with wonderful visuals and a mix of humor and high emotions. The game's tagline, "Save the girl with your choice," highlights the importance of the player's decisions in the story. However, the experience can be disturbed by the presence of ads. Use your moral compass and problem-solving skills to help the girl escape and find her way home.

Play Modes

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

Runaway girl: Picked up a girl screenshot

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,520 reviews

story335 positive mentions

monetization174 negative mentions

The game features a captivating and emotional storyline that resonates with players, often leading to tears.
There are numerous endings, providing a sense of exploration and replayability, which many players find enjoyable.
The art style is praised for its quality, and the character design, particularly of Eta, is well-received.

The game is riddled with ads that disrupt the gameplay experience, making it frustrating for many players.
The translation and grammar issues detract from the overall experience, leading to confusion in some parts of the story.
The portrayal of the main character's relationship with Eta raises concerns about inappropriate themes, making some players uncomfortable.

story
639 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its emotional depth and unique multiple endings, which often evoke strong feelings, including sadness and attachment to the characters. However, some critiques highlight issues such as a short narrative length, illogical plot points, and problematic themes, including hints of inappropriate relationships. Overall, while the story captivates many, it also leaves room for improvement in coherence and character development.
- “I loved the story and it was a great experience even though it didn't last long because I finished it in 2 hours.”
- “The story is great and the multiple endings are good and unique.”
- “The girl's story really touched my heart and, to be honest, some of the endings had me crying non-stop.”
- “The story feels short and rushed.”
- “The choice are limited, means if you choose a wrong option you will die or the story will end and ask you choose again the different option, and the story is disgusting.”
- “The main story is decent, but the prequel doesn't match with the main story (no one dies in the prequel but in the main story their whole family is dead), the options makes you go for one and only one path (except for the extra finals after the 'true ending') and the options that you have to choose and the endings of some of them are way too... random, like, why the heck they make you choose between 2 drinks, and one of those drinks leads you directly to the ending where the plane falls... wha-”
monetization
177 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to an overwhelming number of ads that frequently interrupt gameplay, often covering significant portions of the screen. While some players find the ads manageable or skippable, many express frustration, stating that the ads detract from the overall experience and immersion. A common workaround suggested by users is to play offline to avoid ads altogether.
- “No ads at all ;)”
- “I had no ads throughout the entire game.”
- “I experienced no ads during the entire game.”
- “The amount of ads in this game is atrocious; you can barely go 30 seconds without seeing an ad.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than playing the game, and the game itself just consists of reading a short paragraph, then making a choice.”
- “The number of ads makes the game very unenjoyable.”
emotional
125 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
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The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised, with many players expressing that it made them cry due to its heartwarming yet often tragic storylines. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke a range of feelings, from joy to sadness, and appreciate the depth of character relationships, particularly between the main characters. However, some also note that certain themes and endings can be unsettling, leading to mixed feelings about the overall narrative experience.
- “This game is an emotional rollercoaster.”
- “The story is truly heart touching.”
- “I got emotionally attached to the story.”
humor
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its unexpected and often absurd bad endings, which players find both hilarious and creative. Many reviews highlight the randomness of these outcomes, with some choices leading to comically drastic consequences that catch players off guard. Overall, the blend of dark humor and lighthearted moments contributes to a captivating and entertaining experience, despite some critiques regarding character personalities and grammar issues.
- “Amazing and cute game with a lot of weird, dumb, and funny endings and a well-written story that just needs a bit more connection with each ending and game over.”
- “Some of the bad endings are so silly that they can be funny.”
- “It's funny when you pick the wrong choice because you don't expect something that drastic to happen.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
26%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and appealing art style, with many users highlighting the visuals as a standout feature. While some minor issues, such as grammar errors, were noted, the overall aesthetic and character designs received positive feedback, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. Despite some criticisms of the storyline, the graphics remain a strong point that enhances the game's appeal.
- “Some things could have been improved, but overall splendid ^^ (I also adore the art style.)”
- “I absolutely love this game, amazing graphics, story, and lovable characters.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and the story is heartwarming 😀”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The music in the game is generally praised for enhancing immersion and complementing the story, with many players expressing their love for it. However, some users have raised concerns about the lack of volume control and the use of uncredited music from another game, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the music remains a highlight for many players.
- “Only 10-20 panels in, really great immersion so far, love the music.”
- “The story, the music, all.”
- “Good story game but the song is way too loud; I wish it had a sound setting.”
- “It's very good, but can you put a volume button so you can turn off the music or something like that.”
- “The developer stole music from Gacha Life 2 without consent!”
- “After the garbage dump scene from the game, when you go back inside the house, one of the music tracks from Gacha Life 2 starts playing in the game!”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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43%
Overall, the gameplay is engaging and complemented by a captivating story, though some players noted a lack of animations and visuals that could enhance the experience. While the horror elements are effective, there are calls for more lore and gameplay depth, with some finding the mechanics quirky and unconventional. Despite some narrative inconsistencies, the gameplay remains enjoyable for many, particularly those drawn to unique and bizarre experiences.
- “I liked the overall gameplay; the story was nice, and I loved getting all the achievements. The story was really captivating. The only issue I had was the lack of animations or images of particular scenarios. I wish there were more drawings or images of the scenes happening. Other than that, I liked everything about this game.”
- “The gameplay is good, though. This game is not what I had in mind; it's basically the weirdest game I have ever played. You, as the character, will have to try and protect the child while the child will kill you for any minor inconveniences. This game is basically different ways to die.”
- “The gameplay could be better, but in terms of horror story, it does have the creep factor.”
- “They could have added a bit more lore and more gameplay.”
- “The game is really good, but there was a big nonsense at the end. How did the main character get on an airplane if he was wanted and kidnapped? This gigantic nonsense made the gameplay bad.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that while the character design is praised, the overall character development is lacking, with a focus on story endings rather than character progression. Some users express a desire for more chapters that could enhance the depth of character development, suggesting that the potential exists for a richer narrative experience.
- “Good story with lots of twists and great character development in many different ways.”
- “It's like the creator just focused more on making sure each part of the story has an ending, and abandoned the character development progression.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack any meaningful growth throughout the game.”
- “I was really disappointed with how the characters didn't evolve; their arcs felt rushed and unfulfilling.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without any lag or glitches, providing a seamless experience for players.
- “The game itself runs smoothly with no lag and I experienced no glitches.”
- “The game itself runs smoothly with no lag and I experienced no glitches.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report significant stability issues, noting that the game often freezes and prompts players to download additional games, which exacerbates the problem.
- “You are almost forced to download other games, which causes the game to freeze.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience constant lag and instability, ruining the overall experience.”