//TODO: today

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//TODO: today is a single player action game with a romance theme. It was developed by Boys Laugh + and was released on April 10, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

A visual novel about figuring out life with the help of an AI. //TODO: today is a pastel colored slice-of-life story that let's you freely choose your pronouns and romantic preferences!

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 355 reviews

story75 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features a charming story that is relatable and inclusive, allowing players to choose their pronouns and romantic interests.
The art style is beautiful and colorful, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
It effectively addresses themes of mental health and self-actualization in a lighthearted manner, making it a comforting experience.

Some players found the pacing slow and the dialogue overly lengthy, leading to moments of boredom.
The choices in the game can sometimes feel inconsequential, with many leading to similar outcomes.
A few players expressed disappointment in the lack of deeper character customization options and the limited romantic routes.

story
168 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is generally well-received, praised for its relatable themes of self-discovery, mental health, and the integration of LGBTQ+ elements, all set against a charming backdrop of colorful art and engaging characters. While some players found the pacing slow and certain dialogue excessive, many appreciated the emotional depth and inspirational twists, making it a compelling experience for fans of slice-of-life narratives. Overall, the narrative is described as heartwarming and immersive, with meaningful choices that enhance player engagement, despite some critiques regarding the execution and occasional lack of impactful decision-making.
- “A wonderful game with beautiful art and an even more beautiful story that gets deeper the more you think about it.”
- “The story is heartwarming and the characters are really nice too!”
- “The story kept building and was very intriguing and it honestly had a couple unexpected turns that got me pretty excited and invested.”
- “So much of the writing is just unnecessary filler that felt more like they were trying to hit a word count than telling a story.”
- “The visuals are really good but the story is just so boring; there's so much dialogue for nothing and the characters are so flat. Maybe there's more development afterwards, but the first two hours of this game are just so long and dry.”
- “However, I personally find the story a bit boring and the dialogues too long, too detailed, and too shallow to play one or two more rounds just to collect achievements, which I usually do.”
graphics
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and adorable pastel art style, which enhances the overall aesthetic and emotional experience. Players appreciate the colorful visuals and well-designed characters, often noting that the art complements the engaging storyline and music. Despite being a free game, the graphics are considered top-notch, contributing to a charming and immersive atmosphere.
- “The art style is well-designed; the color palette is very soothing and eye-pleasing, and really adds to the overall aesthetic of the game.”
- “I gotta admit, I enjoyed this game way more than I expected, the art style was on point and so was the music which suited the storyline and the art design very well.”
- “The artwork is very pretty but the story is very boring.”
- “The art style is unique and colorful, but definitely not for everyone.”
- “The pastel art style creates a comforting yet emotionally complex world, complemented by a soundtrack that enhances both thoughtful and lighthearted moments.”
music
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for being catchy, fitting well with the story and art style, and enhancing the overall experience. While some players noted issues with repetition and occasional silence during scenes, the soundtrack is described as enjoyable and well-integrated into the game's emotional and aesthetic themes. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's charm, despite minor technical glitches.
- “The pastel art style creates a comforting yet emotionally complex world, complemented by a soundtrack that enhances both thoughtful and lighthearted moments.”
- “First of all, this game's music has no right bopping so hard, like they didn't have to go that hard, but they did, and it's fire.”
- “All in all, I absolutely love this game and will definitely recommend it to anyone and everyone; the music, the art, the writing, everything is so well done.”
- “There were also several scenes that had no music or audio at all, which had me at times wondering whether I muted the game by accident.”
- “While the music repeats a bit too often, this flaw is minor compared to the game's strengths.”
- “But there just isn't any music for some reason?”
emotional
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its heartwarming narrative and charming characters, which evoke feelings of motivation and comfort without overwhelming the player. The pastel art style and thoughtful soundtrack enhance the experience, creating a wholesome atmosphere that addresses themes of self-actualization, loneliness, and representation, particularly for LGBTQ+ players. Overall, players find the game to be a delightful emotional journey that balances humor and depth, leaving them feeling seen and uplifted.
- “The pastel art style creates a comforting yet emotionally complex world, complemented by a soundtrack that enhances both thoughtful and lighthearted moments.”
- “The emotional support that Joyce gives to the main character feels incredibly genuine to me; they seem different from the typical AI stereotype altogether and bring up some existential themes.”
- “The art style is great, the characters are amazing, the dialogue is wonderful, and the story is captivating and emotional, to a point where I could really just feel it in my heart!”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is skillfully balanced with bittersweet emotions, providing a mix of funny, wholesome, and intriguing moments that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the lighthearted undertones amidst deeper themes like loneliness, making the narrative both enjoyable and relatable. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to character development and the game's fun factor.
- “It balances bittersweet emotion and humor skillfully, leaving a lasting positive impression.”
- “Despite the depression, it isn't depressing; the story has plenty of funny, wholesome, and intriguing moments.”
- “Absolutely loved this game; it was a ton of fun to play through. There's a good bit of humor, and they do a really good job fleshing out the characters and the relationships.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, reviewers praise the game's character designs and artistic elements, highlighting their beauty and appeal. However, some feel that there could have been more depth in character development, suggesting that while the visuals are impressive, the characters themselves could benefit from further exploration and complexity.
- “Not only is the art beautiful, but so are the character designs and personalities.”
- “The story plot is amazing, the character designs and everything is amazing as well.”
- “I also love the character designs and the color scheme is so bright and pretty.”
- “Ironic how the game focuses on art and character design; I just think you could've definitely done more with his design.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability due to its multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different routes and choices to experience varied outcomes.
- “There are multiple endings, so there's a decent amount of replayability value here.”
- “It has multiple endings, which adds replay value.”
- “I've played through several routes just to see how different choices would shake out, so this game already has a lot of replayability.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is characterized as fun and stress-free, featuring charming characters and an engaging plot that incorporates elements of art history and theory, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The plot was really fun and easygoing, perfect for a stress-free gameplay.”
- “And it shows a potential way out, along with really cute gameplay, characters, and knowledge on art history and theory!”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its charming pastel visuals and a delightful, cute narrative. Players appreciate the combination of engaging storywriting and pleasant music, which together create an inviting and whimsical ambiance.
- “Cute game; I also liked the pastel atmosphere.”
- “Great cute story writing, a cute visual novel with great music (although limited) and a very cute atmosphere.”