This game seems amazing and I want to play it, But it keeps saying "could not open file, is it missing?". I'm using Pea zip. I extracted it and checked all the other files. Can someone help please?I want to play this game so bad-
Someone else had the same problem just a little bit ago. My answer to them was this--- I believe you may be having a problem several other people had, a firewall or virus scanner is removing the file because it isn't from a well-known source and something in it seems strange. We don't know why some people's computers think it's unsafe, the game is really harmless, but to fix that you'll either have to turn off any scanners you have or find a way to tell those programs you trust the file.
Or there might have been a problem with download in the first place, sometimes things just go kind of weird and the file isn't able to then work right. So you could also try downloading it all again.
Since two people are both suddenly getting the "could not open missing file" thing it does make me wonder if there's a problem right now with downloading content from Itch. Maybe try downloading again later on.
Hey! Unfortunately, it looks like the game didn't really install right. The actual start of the game just isn't there for you. It's possible the way you unzipped it didn't work properly or that your antivirus is removing content from the game because it still doesn't trust it. Maybe try another program for unzipping the file or double checking what's going on with your virus scanner? I'm sorry for the trouble.
Hey! Sorry for replying so late, I tried unzipping using a different unzipping software and it worked! The game was amazing and if I had money I would definitely buy the DLCs.
I'm having some trouble opening the game... I'm on PC and I have fully extracted it to my computer, yet whenever I click on it to open, it doesn't. My windows just make a sound and then the WinRAR achiever opens to say that there were new files modified and created-- I can't open the game! How do you fix this?
EDIT: My computer says "Could not open, is it missing?" I extracted it again, clicked, then it's gone. I swear, I think my PC is broken ;-; I wanna play it SO bad!!
I believe you may be having a problem several other people had, a firewall or virus scanner is removing the file because it isn't from a well-known source and something in it seems strange. We don't know why some people's computers think it's unsafe, the game is really harmless, but to fix that you'll either have to turn off any scanners you have or find a way to tell those programs you trust the file.
Or there might have been a problem with download in the first place, sometimes things just go kind of weird and the file isn't able to then work right. So you could also try downloading it all again.
Hmm, It still didn't work, I tried it on Steam and it shows that it was paused 'cause it had missing downloaded files? Correct me if I'm wrong! It still won't download anywhere :((
Then it is likely you have a program somewhere on your computer that's blocking the file regardless of where you're downloading it. Can you check if there's a firewall or virus scanner somewhere? I'm sorry for the trouble.
Oh! I already played it! It's amazing!! I recommended to my friends, good job on the game! (I just used an emulator on PC and all went well ^^) Thank you so much for this game! I can't believe this quality of otome is free, I'm not complaining though, haha! By any chance, are you Filipino? ^ . ^
I'm pretty sure that's a stand-alone sequel with new characters? It's just the same as this one in the sense that you follow the same formula of growing up with one/two people and experience a life together in different steps. I could be wrong, but that's what I've gathered
Since they're asking about art styles for a Cove older than he will be in Step 4, I figured it'd be a sequel, but it's true they haven't revealed much. I haven't gone through all their posts, but I haven't seen anything that specifies what OL2:N&F will be like.
Sorry for the confusion on that. Cove was only used in the art samples so the new love interests' designs weren't spoiled. Our Life: Now & Forever will have similar features to Beginnings & Always and the tone is the same, but the setting and characters are all brand new. I'm afraid the Step 4 wedding DLC with Cove is as far as his story will go. There won't be a time period past that. I'm happy you'd like to continue seeing more of him, though!
This has been amazingly therapeutic. I didn't get to experience a wholesome childhood crush; my teenage years were complicated by fundamentalist religion. It's so healing to get to work through my own feelings about how it would be if I had 2 moms, if I could talk about my gender with friends who accept me. I feel... okay. I getto feel okay. I'm much older now, so I have gotten to surround myself with a loving family, but it's still good to understand it wasn't my fault that everything was broken in my childhood, the world just wasn't made for me. If I had always had this support, not just in my later years, but throughout my life, I would have been okay. Thank you for this.
I am very old. I grew up in the 70s in rural England. To be gay was to face daily abuse and to be an outcast (I am not exagerating). I was never brave enough for that. I didn't even know what my sexuality was growing up. I just knew that I was not like the people around me. Imagine reaching the moment where Cove tells you his sexuality, and having learned everything about him so far, it all falls into place. I am the same sexuality as Cove. I can tell you, I cried uncontrollably for a couple of minutes. But not through sadness, just raw emotion. After 57 years I discover that there must be other people like me. You will understand how much this "game" means to me. So when you say that this game is theraputic, I know exactly where you are coming from.
Hello Zevvi, I saw your post and felt the need to reply. I was in my 30's once I learned what I am. I am VERY HAPPY for you! I understand some of the feelings your having. I cried tears of joy once I realized I wasn't alone and that there were others like me.
I myself am asexual. Demisexual falls w/in the spectrum of asexuality so you may be interested in learning more about the orientation and connecting with others through this website...
This game means a lot to me too. The way Cove interacts with the player and has to do a few "test runs" before he can be comfortable doing anything physical is very like my own experience. I'm so glad the creators made this game. It's just the kind of media and representation I wish existed when I was Cove's age and confused.
Hi gingerDee. Really nice to hear from you. Thanks for your message. Thanks so much for the link, and the virtual hug, I appreciate it, and send one back :)
I'm sure that a lot of people feel the way we do about this game. ( as I've said elsewhere, game just does not seem an adequate word to describe it).
I, just a moment ago subscribed on the Patrion site to help fund the GB Patch developers. Our Life means so much to me, I felt it was the very least that I should do.
You said "It's just the kind of media and representation I wish existed when I was Cove's age and confused." I could not put it better myself. Had I understood myself better, then I might have possibly been more understanding of others too. I think that my biggest regrets are not understanding other people in the past. When I was in sixth form, I remember a guy telling me out of the blue that he is gay (this was the 70s, he could have been abused and become an outcast for saying that, but he told me), and I didn't have a clue what to say. I am filled with shame looking back on it, he put his trust in me, yet I had nothing for him, because I didn't understand. I spoke to no one else about it, but I never talked to him about it ever again either. How awful is that.
The one big thing that this game has changed in me is that I feel open about it all. If anyone asks me anything about my feelings then I will now tell them the honest truth without embarassment. Before, I was completely evasive, because I felt that I didn't really know what the truth was. It is a liberating feeling.
So thanks again for your message, I really do appreciate it :)
Well when I discover this game almost a year ago, I just knew that it was pure gold.
I was right. This game is so wonderful that I have dificulties to find the rights words to express how I feel right now.
I was so deep in the story that I played the entire game whitout a break (Well excepts those few times were I had to grab tissues to clean my crying face, haha)
I just feel sad that I don't know anything about coding and stuff, otherwise I would have happily tried to translate the game in my mother tongue just to give it more visibility in my own country. Because trust me, you deserve it !
Like I said in a previous comment, this kind of project looks really complex to make, so I hope all the people who contribute to create this beautiful game are happy and proud with what they achieved !
So thanks you so much for all your efforts and time to give people such a good game. And please, don't forget to think about yourself too and to not pushing yourselves to hard !
Thanks again and sorry for such a long comment, haha
It is a truly beautiful experience. You are right, it would be so nice if it could be made accessible in other languages. I am English/French, but I'm afraid that my French does not have the nuance to do justice to this wonderful work of art. To call it a game really does not seem adequate.
Hehe I'm little flustered, I didnt expect someone to reply me. But yeah I understand the feeling I guess. More than a game its a way to heal, understand yourself a little better and regain faith in humanity. A reminder that this world isnt only made by narrow minded people who want to crush all your dreams and hope.
I've spent over 7 and a half hours playing this game and I've finished most of the currently playable content. I've got to say we're all blessed to have been able to get a novel of this quality for free. I'm looking forward to any future updates and will support the creators whenever I can
This is one of the best games i've ever played! I've almost cried and have felt emotional towards Cove. Liz is one of my favorite characters! This game is great 10/10 would play again- no, WILL play again!
who else cried during the game. Also i have a really unhealthy obsession with Cove that I've been drawing my character and Cove together. I LOOOOOVE THIS GAME! also I would love to share my art if anyone is interested.
Ofcourse I cried, who wouldn't? How could you not be obsessed with Cove. You meet him crying uncontrollably all alone at the beach, anyone with a heart would be desperate to make him feel OK. Then as you get to know him, he is absolutely adorable. I think that your reaction is 100% understandable :)
So, I didn't even go 5 minutes after finding out about the release before buying the DLC. Since the release, I've lost track of how many times I've played. The first time after the release I cried several times while playing because some scenarios hit really close to home (it was a good, much needed cry).
Seriously one of the best, if not THE BEST, game I've ever played. I'm waiting so impatiently for the Step 3 DLC, but I'm trying to reign it in. I know perfection takes time!
Sad to see my Jeremy be so angry, but kinda cool to see how he was before entering high school. I couldn't imagine him being angry when I played XOXO Droplets, now I'll always know how much of a jackass he truly was...
Kinda wish the Android DLC played nicely all together rather than having to install it whenever I get to that Step, but I keep playing on my computer anyway.
guys- i just finished the story and im crying :( im in love with cove and the moms and the sister and everyone!!! i'm struggling with some things right now and this story helped me to forget the bad feelings i was feeling. im looking foward to the next chapter! thank u so much for rep the lgbtq+ community, i wasnt expecting this. i am demisexual and i felt really emotional seeing this kind of representation <3
i love it soooo much, it is so cute and beautiful, i was screaming through the game because how cute Cove is. This art styles are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, EVERY SINGLE THING ABOUT THIS GAME IS AMAZING. and i love that fact that we have a lot of choices to make so often, it make the game so much better and not boring
I don't know if it's a glitch, but before starting the second part it has the Comfort and Interest meter. It won't let me increase the Interest meter at all
Crush is the highest level of interest you can get until you get to Step 3. Once they're adults, it can be increased to love.
Interest levels can only be raised, never lowered. Comfort can be both lowered and raised. Before starting each step, you can adjust the meters to your preference.
No problem! It's a pretty unique mechanic for these sorts of games, and it's really cool seeing how dialogue and such changes depending on what interest/comfort combos you choose!
I really enjoyed the life aspects of the game. The characters and world feel absolutely real, and I was deeply invested in them.
I was surprised at the journey it took me on, too. I found myself thinking pretty intensely about my childhood, my gender, and my relationships with my parents and my peers for the first time in a while. Caught me off guard, made me think, and gave me a little happiness I think I may have missed out on.
Cove's a cutie, and his personality and worldview developing is amazing to watch and grow with. Thanks so much for this game, guys! Seriously.
Yes, it is a beautiful game. Cove is totally adorable. And yes, it is a game that had me continually reflecting on my life, and life decisions. If only I could have grown up with someone like Cove by my side, life would have been perfect.
i eagerly waited for this game to release and there are lots of things i liked about it—the art, how decisions and memories early on in the game made an appearance later on, the personalities of the characters. i definitely felt emotionally invested in different relationships and it was hard for me to say goodbye when that time came.
as someone that is big on romance though, i wish there was...more. i liked all of the other characters but i sometimes found myself skipping forward until i could have more alone time to bond with cove and make progress with the romantic side of our relationship. i am probably alone in this but it would have been nice in steps 2 and 3, if mc had a direct crush and/or was in love with cove, the family bit would feature a little less and the romance part was more prominent. romance didn't feel like a highlight of this game for me.
i also felt weird about choosing romance options i thought were typical in teen romance that seemed to initially make cove uncomfortable. i get that he struggles with certain forms of intimacy which is why i wish especially in step 3, we saw less of the family and friends and more moments of just mc and cove. by the end of the game i found myself craving more romance moments with cove and i bought both dlcs and played through them a couple times.
It feels so nostalgic, especially near the end when you are saying goodbye to cove's parents, and the little chat MC and him have before the credits roll. The credits song is so pretty, loved every second of this experience.
It makes me feel loved and fuzzy inside, even if they are just fictional characters. It shows how real they feel and the real development they have.
I played this game before It was fully released and I just realized today that the full game is out, I just want to say thank you for making a great game and I look forward to your next projects!!!
This is a beautiful game. And yes, the characters are very well imagined. Cove is completely adorable, he felt totally real to me. So you can imagine how it felt to finish the game. I can recommend other games with amazing characters (but without the sexual attraction). DONTNOD's "Life is strange 2" has two brothers on the run from the police after their father is mistakenly shot by the police, that game is an emotional roller coaster. You will feel you want to move heaven and earth to help Sean and Daniel. DONTNOD's "Tell me why" is nice too. But "Our Life" has to be the most memorable and beautiful game I've ever played, and Cove, the most real and adorable character.
I am so, absolutely enamored by this game. Everything about it has entranced me and I can't help but want more. It normally takes me a while to replay games after I experience them -- especially visual novels.
I played this three times in a row and had that same magnificent experience the entire time. It's so cute, so warm, and I love being able to be totally comfortable with my choices. I can play a character, or I can be myself, but I never have that issue of being uncomfortable. This game really speaks to its title. It's not just about the player, it's about Cove and everyone the player grows to know and love and what they do. It's gorgeous. Please play it too.
I can't wait for the future, and I can't wait to be able to afford all the DLC. I love everything this game has had to offer. Thank you so much for creating it. I hope Cove knows that I adore him lolol <3
I made account just to say this is the best visual novel I ever played. I feel in love with Cove immediately and felt invested in the relationship. I don't even have the words to say how much this impacted me. I bought the DLCs for my second playthrough. Love this so much
I finished the game and I have to be honest, it was a really pleasant and welcomed treat. I'd say it's quite realistic, especially with the type of options you get to choose to say. I like how you can be there for Cove to help him realize the world around him and kind of help him get out of his comfort zone to make him more social. It felt really... casual? Like it felt like you were actually there interacting with the characters and made you create this bond with them that you will never forget. Made me tear up a bit after it all ended, but overall the writing and pacing was well made. The visuals are stunning and the audio was greatly done. In short 10/10, am definitely excited for the epilogue. It definitely gave me a euphoric memory I'll hopefully never forget. I also made this account just to say how beautiful this game was.
Just finished my first complete playthrough. I really loved it, both dlcs were really great too and I can't wait for more content when it comes out. This was a very love-filled game, with strong bonds of family and friendship. Thank you for making this!
this game is just PERFECT i its been a long time since i fell in love with a game like this the storylines are amazing,the characters are the best all of them i dont hate or dislike any of them except jeremy f*ck that little brat i want more kyra though she is soooooooooo hott i was actually hoping by the end of step 2 she would stay but unfortunetly she still left that made me sad and that family moment in step 2 was REALLY heavy but it was really good it was sad and heartbreaking i just cant any anything bad about your game this is just TOO perfect from beginnning to end i cant wait for future DLC'S i will buy every single one of them i had no idea what to expect when i start playing this and now i cant and i dont want to stop so its your fault am now addicting to this game and to its characters.
*raises hand* Yes - Hi, I'd like to formally request more Lee. And Liz. And Moms. You know what -- just go ahead and make an entire game featuring MC's family. Here's my money. K-thanks.
Srsly though - my GOODNESS. I know Cove's on the cover (and he is lovely - as is Derek and Baxter), but I Legit cried most from interactions with fam. It's so HEALTHY. That doesn't mean they don't have their issues - but to actually seegenuine Unconditional Love - that doesn't exist in many RL families- ...You've cleared my skin and watered my crops. Lee (Best Cousin), Liz (Best Big Sissy) and Moms (just - Best) have my Entire Heart and you just about near killed me with them in Step 3. Please - Moar
I cant agree more, tbh, im so in love with this game because its not really about getting the guy, its about growing together,not only with Cove, but with the entire family your MC has. I dont even have the will to press any negative interactions with them because i just love them so much i cant help it ;_; I cried so much at the Home moment in step 2.
Well said! I knew Lee all of 5 seconds before she lived in my mind and heart rent-free. I've never seen such Pure, Loving, Supportive precious. And I always Loved Lizze. Pretty sure I woke the neighbors when I found out we majored in the same thing in college. There is also No Moms moment I don't 100% enjoy. A choice between family and Cove with my MC typically goes like: 'Cove. I love you, you're so wonderful - *SLAMS THE FAMILY BUTTON*' Poor guy. lol
XD SAME! Poor Cove, but i dont regret anything, i genuenly belive that Cove also needs to grow on his own family as well as my MC, and i adore the fact that they showed it. Thats why i think this game has a very mature way of portraiting love in youth. You are both still growing and at the same time finding who you are. And i really like how they aproached it. ;_;
Hello dear GBPatch, unfortunately I had no time to write a review before, because I had to play a wonderful game. Again and again. Before I wrote this is the best game in this genre I tried out. This IS THE BEST GAME I ever played in this Genre. It is wonderful sweet and romantic, and I feel like a little teenie again (which I am not).
I am looking forward to every DLC you will present us. But I haven't tried every possible way, so I am satisfied for now.
Thank you for making this great game. I hope there is much more to come from you. And congratulation to create a game, which is able to seriously tickle your heart.
Wow, I just finished the game and I feel very...emotional? It really exceeded my expectations and I'm looking forward to everything the future holds for this! Honestly, I loved every second that I played. I feel that everything combines: the music, the characters and the writing style~.
I didn't know whether to leave this written here or on Steam, but I had to say how much I loved it. Although I cried, I also laughed. It made me feel very comfortable and as if I really mattered. It made me realize many things and I connected so much with Cove and the rest of the characters that I was very sad to know that the game would end at some point, haha. He accompanied me during all the hours of play and I felt very happy playing. It really was a great experience. I can't wait to see what you'll do in the future^^.
I'm going to wait for the epilogue and the rest of the DLCs, and from what I've read there will also be a sequel, so I'll be looking forward to it!
Thank you very much for creating this game, it has definitely become my favorite visual novel since the day I tried the first demo ♡ .
Ugh! How did you make this game so lovable? I can't buy any of the DLC's since my parents won't let me but as soon as i can, you can bet im buying all of them-
Holy, I can't believe how good this game really is! I've recently just finished the game and just wow.
Coming into it, I didn't think I really wanted to have a romantic relationship with Cove. But as my character got to know him more and more, I started to like him and eventually chose to pursue a relationship with him.
My MC started off as a sorta shy and awkward person and then eventually became extroverted and very comfortable around Cove, whose personality and appearance was impacted by the choices I made, was one that I really adored.
Cove and the MC's love for each other was so sweet. I loved every single second of it and I still can't believe this game doesn't cost like 20 dollars at least!
Thank you so much GBPatch for making this! I'll look forward in the sequel for Our Life :)
I nearly chocked from laughter from the booty option xD! My heart just exploded from this; gosh darn it, I need to steady my heart xD The creators pulled a sneaky one on me, heck yeah! You guys rock ;D!
Hey hey! :) I've lost count of how many times I replayed this game and I honestly don't know which options lead to this result but I can take a gamble; what I did: at childgood I selected max comfort and a crush level, for step 2&3 I maxed both meters. I often selected actionss that showed upfront fondness (there's no right or wrong, it probably just shows how direct or indirect you are at being close); I had the first kiss scene in step 2 where the MC and Cove can't oficially date yet since they're not adults yet. In step 3 I chose options where both characters were dating for years, maybe this had an impact? Uff it's hard to tell, but I think if you replay the game it's bound to happen :D this game is just too amazing to play it just once! xD I hope this helps!
I actually made an account just to write this review so uh here goes-
I've been waiting for this game to come out since like May or June when I found it and when I got the notification that this game came out I couldn't wait to play it. And when I did play it I was blown away. This game passed all my expectations, not that I even had many but I just eajfewcejvfbg. I can't rlly describe the feelings this game made me feel but I stayed up till 2 am playing this and when it ended I had a heck of a crying session. It makes me sad to even think about it :') plus i'm a closeted bisexual and having parents in the game who actually supported me and loved me regardless of who I was just made me so so so sad. And Cove oh my gosh I just-
Sentimental stuff aside, the game was just *chefs kiss* There were literally no mistakes, everything was so smooth and the dialogue was so believable it made me cry :") The personalization rlly made the entire game hit especially hard.
The writing, the art, the music, the vibes just everything about this game was perfect. Thank you so so so much for making this game, it will always have a special place in my heart :)
Hey, I'm not the creator, but I just wanted to say that you are lovable and worthy of love and I hope you can find and surround yourself with people who do love you, support you and make you feel happy the way you deserve! I know we don't know eachother, but I think you sound like a sensitive, thoughtful and kind person and I think those qualities are miles more important than a lot of others, and definitely something I cherish a lot in friends, as do many others!
I'm always happy to talk when you need somebody to talk to, and I can tell you are going through a difficult time, but you are loved! Even Cove said it <3
To be honest, I don't know what to say. The same offer applies to you and anyone reading this. I feel lucky to belong to such a wonderful community. Thanks a lot for what you said. Even though we don't know each other, it means a lot to me. Unfortunately, I am not yet able to believe most of these things, but the fact that someone thinks so makes me happy. Thank you for being so nice to me. Hope you will have a wonderful day, take care of yourself and remember to drink plenty of water <3
First off, your comment is not long and boring. It is thoughtful and open. I think you expressed very well how you felt.
I agree with you completely that it is more than a game, game seems totally inadequate to describe it. Many of us grow up feeling bad about ourselves. I didn't understand my sexuality growing up, I wasn't certain if I was gay, but I didn't feel straight either.
What you say about 2D Cove is not at all pathetic. But it amazed me too how a cartoonish image could come to represent someone so completely adorable and loving. I know what you mean about how it takes you to another place, away from your worries. Maybe it takes you to where the most important things in life are? Love, friendship, honesty, forgiveness, understanding, caring.
This game means a lot to me. I am an old guy (57). I have spent my life not knowing my sexuality. A friend took me to a brothel while on holiday, I felt nothing, no desire, no embarassment, I might just as well have been in a pub. I know it would have felt the same in a gay brothel. I only feel any attraction to people after knowing them well for a while, an then they would need to make the first move for any sexual intimacy. So you can imagine how getting to know Cove felt, and then when he revealed his orientation, that hit me hard. I'd never heard of it, but it seems to describe me completely. I cried uncontrollably after that revelation. I grew so attached to Cove, that I just keep going back and playing through again. I don't want to leave him. (can you belive it? a 2D cartoon image as you say).
So please don't hate yourself, or think that you are being pathetic. If your comment is any measure then you are a very nice person who should feel much better about yourself. If I can give you any advice at all, then do not waste your time trying too hard for too long with people who seem not to accept you for who you really are. Move on, get to know more people, there are lots of good people out there, and you will meet someone who you need and needs you, I have no doubt of that.
My very best wishes to you for happiness and contentment.
I love this game so much. It feels me with warmth and causes me to jump out of my chair in excitement whenever something cute happens in the game. Which is all the time. All the characters were awesome and the relationships with them felt natural. And Cove is such a sweetheart! I'll definitely be buying the DLC in the future!
I came back after beating the game a second time just to share my thoughts and gush I guess? It might be pretty long & cringy so just be warned lol
It was really cool to experience this, truly. After I finished the game the first time, I immediately bought the dlc. It was nice to feel loved by my parents, have friends, excursions and feel so loved and cherised. It was something I never had growing up and that basically didn't change into adulthood. The crazy car ride with Kyra was something I absolutely adored. I found myself smiling and laughing from all of the dlc but that one memory stands out to me. She tried so hard to be the cool mom while still being a disciplinary figure. Same with MCs mom. It was nice to not be belittled but instead to have things explained to you. Not only that but to also try to understand it from your point of view. They were kids once. With the runaway dlc moment, when Mom finds you and she's clearly very mad and worried she still tries to get you to understand why she feels that way without yelling. Im sure theres plenty of people who think "well no duh, of course" but I have never experienced that. My personal mom was always yell first and only yell. Cliff was such a good example of someone trying whats best for their kid and it not always working out. His and Kyra's relationship was so nice. They didn't hate each other they just couldn't be together and did what was best for their family. I liked seeing them get along as the game progressed, I liked that their split wasn't entirely horrible and that they really did try to fix it. They weren't always perfect but that's what makes them relatable.
And Cove. My sweet Cove. I didn't think I would come out of the experience loving him as much as I do. I loved that he wasn't afraid to show his emotions, I loved how close we got over the course of the game. Seeing the self centered boy grow up into a shy pre-teen and then an outgoing teenager was so...different and I loved it. Noticing everything he remembered about me over the years was wonderful. It was so nice to be so cared for and loved. Not just from Cove but everyone else as well. Gosh Lee, I love Lee. She's such a sweet girl and I wish we got more time with her as well as Miranda and Terri. I actually really enjoyed Liz's teenage phase too. Looking at it from an older persepctive, of course she's like that, she's just being a kid. It was hard to ever really be upset with her. Especially since you could tell she did still love you even if she didn't say it. The diversity in the cast was fantastic. I got to see myself in a character! And it wasn't played for jokes or laughs! She wasn't a token character! That means so much to me.
As much I absolutely love Cove and can't wait for his dlc, Im also very fond of Baxter and Derek and can't wait for their dlc either. This is the first game in a very very long time to make me feel so emotional and connected. I cried both times I beat it. I cried when Cove told me he loved me, I'm crying now as I reminse. It resonated so much to me because for once im my life I mattered to people. My thoughts, opinions and feelings mattered. And they loved me unconditionally. I'm sorry about this post being so long, I haven't had anyone to talk to about this game or express my feelings about it.
you said it all! i couldn't articulate my feelings well when i left my review, but reading yours really helped my sort out my feelings? i cried a few times through my play-throughs too— just feeling loved and considered by the people around me. I don't know if i'll ever have that in the future, and it was just very... reassuring to hear it, even if it was from a buncha pixels! :)
Yes it was so reassuring to hear! Especially when it came to college and Cove and Moms told you it was okay that you were unsure about it. That's so validating because I definitly didn't know what I wanted to do for college and if we're being honest I still don't. To have them be so frekaing supportive throughout your whole journey is...wonderful. I'm glad I could help you sort out your feelings even if mine were sort of jumbled. I didn't think anyone would actually read the review so thank you for taking time out of your day to do so!
HIIIII! If you need a partner to talk about this game with, I volunteer myself !!! I read your review and I like your vibes oh and I kinda see myself in you (weird right?) But anyway, I'm really looking forward to talk with you 👉🏻👈🏻
Well hello! I was actually very afraid people were going to make fun of me when I posted that review but I had to get my feelings out somehow. Thank you for taking the time to read it! Is there anywhere we can talk? I don't wan to crowd up their comments section.
Ah so patreon only discord huh? I really wish there is a free one too for all of us. I still can't figure out why steam declined all of my cards. I really want to buy the dlcs and join the discord by patreon:((
ayy noooo. From what I see around here they all very nice people. So don't worry about them making fun of you. I feel really great after reading your review. And btw if you got discord, I can add you there if you wanna 👉🏻👈🏻
Wow, this was exactly how i felt minus the Baxter part, he rubbed me and Cove the wrong way ^_^' i'm 31 years old and I have never had anything like that in my life, such an intense experince, so many wondeful, caring cast of characters. I wanted parents like ma and mom. my real parents were the exact opposit as they did not care when me or my brothers got home or anything like that, we did not have rules or chores, looking back I really wanted that.
I liked Lee she reminded me of my relationship with a cousin but we had a falling out this year and we don't talk anymore, and i kinda miss her.
Cove, sweet sweet Cove, what i experinced with him romanticly, that is what i wanted in real life when I was in my teens, but I was a shy kid and a shy teen and i'm still a little shy. Back then it hold me back from alot of things, I had a small group of frinds quality over quantity right?. And they tried their best to get me out of my shy-ish shell, they really did but it did not help.
Anyway back on track, (SPOILER) when Cove came to "my" room at night after the orca event and showed the firefly, i could not contain myself (I would have done it the same way in real life) i flew right at him and kissed him.
At the restaurant when he told everyone that he was getting his own place and such it actually hurt my feelings and somehow i felt betraied, I'm used to being hurt by people in real life, but this was way different, like being hurt by my real life boyfriend. I began to tear up for real. When "i" ran to the car and cry my heart out i did so for real, after a text to Cove to come and talk, when he said that "i" could live with him i felt a warmth inside I have not felt in a long time. I was so happy i tried to "jump" him even though i kept sying it was moms car and he had hight issues, that made me giggle.
And I also realised a thing about myself while playing this wonderful game, when Cove told "me" that he had trouble getting words out but not in his head becuase of the what-ifs and all that, at that moment it just clicked in my head and i knew that is how i am when i'm talking to my boyfriend.
Sry but I just nedded to share my wonderful experince with you all who are reading this, i finished this today and I have cried the most of the day bacuse of all the feelings i have never been used to, when my boyfriend came home he asked if something was wrong and I just shook my head and cried. I am a very emotional guy and a hopeless romantic, so he knows that I am prone to tears so he just kissed my cheek and hugged me.
Anyways with all that said. I cant wait to see where my adventure with Cove (and the others of course but mostly Cove) leads in step 4
You are so right! This whole experience gave me such bittersweet feelings and had me love all the characters, not just Cove who basically is the main focus in the game. I have a loving family so I sadly can't relate to the part where the game made people feel loved for once but I so agree on the parts that you explain about Kyra and Cliff. You could really tell they wanted to really try for Cove and their own sakes. (Spolier alert for those who haven't played the newest release yet--) My favorite and absolute FAVORITE part is when Cove at the very end explains how MC made such a big impact on him by just listening and basically being there for him as a amazing friend. It honestly made me feel proud about myself, which is something some of us may not feel often and it was such a amazing feeling to experience for the first time from a game~! :D (sorry about my long rant. Your comment just made me spill my heart out as well ^^"
I'm glad my long rant could illicit such feelings! It's good to talk about them! It's amazing how normal things like listening and being there for someone can make such an impact on their lives! It was so nice knowing the MC helped him out during a really hard time in his life and how wholeheartedly he appreciated it!
Thank you so, so much for sure a wonderful game. I have been waiting for it for such a long time and I was not disappointed at all ! Will definitely buy the next DLC -it is worth it. Thank you for helping us to find some solace this year !
Ok, Im in dire need of knowing everything about this game, for example, Jeremy could have stayed or he was just there? or could sailoh have stayed in town? or more things but ther isnt a wiki ;-;
The game is amazing by the way, Im currently playing it as it was myself, aperarnce included, when I finish it Im gonna replay it till I get every posibility
Also, Im definitelly buying the DLCs in the future
There isn't anything you can do to keep those two from leaving, but that's because this developer already had another game with them in it called XOXO Droplets, so you might want to check that out if you want more of them
That's right. Sorry the screen wasn't clear, but all you gotta do is click on the bars to move them. Our Life doesn't care what Cove thinks when determining your feelings. You and you only decide if you like Cove/are comfortable around him. You don't have to jump through hoops and try to say certain things to increase your own feelings of affection towards him. I hope that helps!
Yeah, I thought that was really cool, you can create your own novel, kinda, with the ups and downs that you want, thats something I apreciate, instead of "Wrong answer affection down"
That makes more sense! Thanks. I was thinking that there were right answers but you could change the affection level if you wanted a higher one between stages.
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This game seems amazing and I want to play it, But it keeps saying "could not open file, is it missing?". I'm using Pea zip. I extracted it and checked all the other files. Can someone help please?I want to play this game so bad-
Someone else had the same problem just a little bit ago. My answer to them was this---
I believe you may be having a problem several other people had, a firewall or virus scanner is removing the file because it isn't from a well-known source and something in it seems strange. We don't know why some people's computers think it's unsafe, the game is really harmless, but to fix that you'll either have to turn off any scanners you have or find a way to tell those programs you trust the file.
Or there might have been a problem with download in the first place, sometimes things just go kind of weird and the file isn't able to then work right. So you could also try downloading it all again.
Since two people are both suddenly getting the "could not open missing file" thing it does make me wonder if there's a problem right now with downloading content from Itch. Maybe try downloading again later on.
I hope you're able to have it work out!
Is there some file I need to open or use?-
I'm honestly confused-
Hey! Unfortunately, it looks like the game didn't really install right. The actual start of the game just isn't there for you. It's possible the way you unzipped it didn't work properly or that your antivirus is removing content from the game because it still doesn't trust it. Maybe try another program for unzipping the file or double checking what's going on with your virus scanner? I'm sorry for the trouble.
Hey! Sorry for replying so late, I tried unzipping using a different unzipping software and it worked! The game was amazing and if I had money I would definitely buy the DLCs.
I'm so glad it worked out :D. Thank you!
I'm having some trouble opening the game... I'm on PC and I have fully extracted it to my computer, yet whenever I click on it to open, it doesn't. My windows just make a sound and then the WinRAR achiever opens to say that there were new files modified and created-- I can't open the game! How do you fix this?
EDIT: My computer says "Could not open, is it missing?" I extracted it again, clicked, then it's gone. I swear, I think my PC is broken ;-; I wanna play it SO bad!!
I believe you may be having a problem several other people had, a firewall or virus scanner is removing the file because it isn't from a well-known source and something in it seems strange. We don't know why some people's computers think it's unsafe, the game is really harmless, but to fix that you'll either have to turn off any scanners you have or find a way to tell those programs you trust the file.
Or there might have been a problem with download in the first place, sometimes things just go kind of weird and the file isn't able to then work right. So you could also try downloading it all again.
I hope you're able to have it work out!
Hmm, It still didn't work, I tried it on Steam and it shows that it was paused 'cause it had missing downloaded files? Correct me if I'm wrong! It still won't download anywhere :((
Then it is likely you have a program somewhere on your computer that's blocking the file regardless of where you're downloading it. Can you check if there's a firewall or virus scanner somewhere? I'm sorry for the trouble.
Oh! I already played it! It's amazing!! I recommended to my friends, good job on the game! (I just used an emulator on PC and all went well ^^) Thank you so much for this game! I can't believe this quality of otome is free, I'm not complaining though, haha! By any chance, are you Filipino? ^ . ^
I'm really glad you were able to play it ^^. Sorry for the trouble with getting it to work. And I'm not Filipino myself.
I wish this game would have more steps after step 4.
Step 5 dealing with pregnancy or adoption between Cove and MC.
Lastly a Step 6 where you're actually dealing with parenthood and your marriage.
I would pay for this.
OMG YES SAME!!!!
They do already have plans for a sequel. They've discussed it on their Patreon.
I'm pretty sure that's a stand-alone sequel with new characters? It's just the same as this one in the sense that you follow the same formula of growing up with one/two people and experience a life together in different steps. I could be wrong, but that's what I've gathered
Since they're asking about art styles for a Cove older than he will be in Step 4, I figured it'd be a sequel, but it's true they haven't revealed much. I haven't gone through all their posts, but I haven't seen anything that specifies what OL2:N&F will be like.
Sorry for the confusion on that. Cove was only used in the art samples so the new love interests' designs weren't spoiled. Our Life: Now & Forever will have similar features to Beginnings & Always and the tone is the same, but the setting and characters are all brand new. I'm afraid the Step 4 wedding DLC with Cove is as far as his story will go. There won't be a time period past that. I'm happy you'd like to continue seeing more of him, though!
Okay. I love the concept anyway! Thanks for clearing that up.
Honestly, anything which provides more life with Cove would be excellent.
This has been amazingly therapeutic. I didn't get to experience a wholesome childhood crush; my teenage years were complicated by fundamentalist religion. It's so healing to get to work through my own feelings about how it would be if I had 2 moms, if I could talk about my gender with friends who accept me. I feel... okay. I get to feel okay. I'm much older now, so I have gotten to surround myself with a loving family, but it's still good to understand it wasn't my fault that everything was broken in my childhood, the world just wasn't made for me. If I had always had this support, not just in my later years, but throughout my life, I would have been okay. Thank you for this.
I am very old. I grew up in the 70s in rural England. To be gay was to face daily abuse and to be an outcast (I am not exagerating). I was never brave enough for that. I didn't even know what my sexuality was growing up. I just knew that I was not like the people around me. Imagine reaching the moment where Cove tells you his sexuality, and having learned everything about him so far, it all falls into place. I am the same sexuality as Cove. I can tell you, I cried uncontrollably for a couple of minutes. But not through sadness, just raw emotion. After 57 years I discover that there must be other people like me. You will understand how much this "game" means to me. So when you say that this game is theraputic, I know exactly where you are coming from.
Hello Zevvi, I saw your post and felt the need to reply. I was in my 30's once I learned what I am. I am VERY HAPPY for you! I understand some of the feelings your having. I cried tears of joy once I realized I wasn't alone and that there were others like me.
I myself am asexual. Demisexual falls w/in the spectrum of asexuality so you may be interested in learning more about the orientation and connecting with others through this website...
https://www.asexuality.org/
CONGRATULATIONS! I give you a virtual hug.
This game means a lot to me too. The way Cove interacts with the player and has to do a few "test runs" before he can be comfortable doing anything physical is very like my own experience. I'm so glad the creators made this game. It's just the kind of media and representation I wish existed when I was Cove's age and confused.
Hi gingerDee. Really nice to hear from you. Thanks for your message. Thanks so much for the link, and the virtual hug, I appreciate it, and send one back :)
I'm sure that a lot of people feel the way we do about this game. ( as I've said elsewhere, game just does not seem an adequate word to describe it).
I, just a moment ago subscribed on the Patrion site to help fund the GB Patch developers. Our Life means so much to me, I felt it was the very least that I should do.
You said "It's just the kind of media and representation I wish existed when I was Cove's age and confused." I could not put it better myself. Had I understood myself better, then I might have possibly been more understanding of others too. I think that my biggest regrets are not understanding other people in the past. When I was in sixth form, I remember a guy telling me out of the blue that he is gay (this was the 70s, he could have been abused and become an outcast for saying that, but he told me), and I didn't have a clue what to say. I am filled with shame looking back on it, he put his trust in me, yet I had nothing for him, because I didn't understand. I spoke to no one else about it, but I never talked to him about it ever again either. How awful is that.
The one big thing that this game has changed in me is that I feel open about it all. If anyone asks me anything about my feelings then I will now tell them the honest truth without embarassment. Before, I was completely evasive, because I felt that I didn't really know what the truth was. It is a liberating feeling.
So thanks again for your message, I really do appreciate it :)
Thank you for sharing. <3
Well when I discover this game almost a year ago, I just knew that it was pure gold.
I was right. This game is so wonderful that I have dificulties to find the rights words to express how I feel right now.
I was so deep in the story that I played the entire game whitout a break (Well excepts those few times were I had to grab tissues to clean my crying face, haha)
I just feel sad that I don't know anything about coding and stuff, otherwise I would have happily tried to translate the game in my mother tongue just to give it more visibility in my own country. Because trust me, you deserve it !
Like I said in a previous comment, this kind of project looks really complex to make, so I hope all the people who contribute to create this beautiful game are happy and proud with what they achieved !
So thanks you so much for all your efforts and time to give people such a good game. And please, don't forget to think about yourself too and to not pushing yourselves to hard !
Thanks again and sorry for such a long comment, haha
It is a truly beautiful experience. You are right, it would be so nice if it could be made accessible in other languages. I am English/French, but I'm afraid that my French does not have the nuance to do justice to this wonderful work of art. To call it a game really does not seem adequate.
Hehe I'm little flustered, I didnt expect someone to reply me. But yeah I understand the feeling I guess. More than a game its a way to heal, understand yourself a little better and regain faith in humanity. A reminder that this world isnt only made by narrow minded people who want to crush all your dreams and hope.
I've spent over 7 and a half hours playing this game and I've finished most of the currently playable content. I've got to say we're all blessed to have been able to get a novel of this quality for free. I'm looking forward to any future updates and will support the creators whenever I can
Edit: A word
This is one of the best games i've ever played! I've almost cried and have felt emotional towards Cove. Liz is one of my favorite characters! This game is great 10/10 would play again- no, WILL play again!
"Almost" cried? Do you have a heart of ice ;) I'm a 57 year old man, and more than once I had tears rolling down my cheeks. :)
who else cried during the game. Also i have a really unhealthy obsession with Cove that I've been drawing my character and Cove together. I LOOOOOVE THIS GAME! also I would love to share my art if anyone is interested.
Ofcourse I cried, who wouldn't? How could you not be obsessed with Cove. You meet him crying uncontrollably all alone at the beach, anyone with a heart would be desperate to make him feel OK. Then as you get to know him, he is absolutely adorable. I think that your reaction is 100% understandable :)
thank u! I feel u!
So, I didn't even go 5 minutes after finding out about the release before buying the DLC. Since the release, I've lost track of how many times I've played. The first time after the release I cried several times while playing because some scenarios hit really close to home (it was a good, much needed cry).
Seriously one of the best, if not THE BEST, game I've ever played. I'm waiting so impatiently for the Step 3 DLC, but I'm trying to reign it in. I know perfection takes time!
Sad to see my Jeremy be so angry, but kinda cool to see how he was before entering high school. I couldn't imagine him being angry when I played XOXO Droplets, now I'll always know how much of a jackass he truly was...
Kinda wish the Android DLC played nicely all together rather than having to install it whenever I get to that Step, but I keep playing on my computer anyway.
guys- i just finished the story and im crying :( im in love with cove and the moms and the sister and everyone!!! i'm struggling with some things right now and this story helped me to forget the bad feelings i was feeling. im looking foward to the next chapter! thank u so much for rep the lgbtq+ community, i wasnt expecting this. i am demisexual and i felt really emotional seeing this kind of representation <3
I just finished the game and i'm a little curious on what I saw for phase 4, I noticed a white bouquet. Pllllzzzzz tell me we are marrying Cove!
Yes! Step 4 will have a special DLC where you can marry Cove and plan your wedding to him!!! I an impatiently waiting for it!!!!
WHAT?!?! OMG THANK YOU FOR THE SPOILER! ;;_;; Literaly crying right now. I NEED STEP 4 ! ._. Like....NOW! XD
IM SAVING MY MONEY FOR THAT DLC
After a long time i decided to play this game a second time! And i was GREATLY BLOWN AWAY! I really love the whole story I get to create with Cove!
This game is basically my life now!
i love it soooo much, it is so cute and beautiful, i was screaming through the game because how cute Cove is. This art styles are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, EVERY SINGLE THING ABOUT THIS GAME IS AMAZING. and i love that fact that we have a lot of choices to make so often, it make the game so much better and not boring
1000/10 loving it :)
I don't know if it's a glitch, but before starting the second part it has the Comfort and Interest meter. It won't let me increase the Interest meter at all
Crush is the highest level of interest you can get until you get to Step 3. Once they're adults, it can be increased to love.
Interest levels can only be raised, never lowered. Comfort can be both lowered and raised. Before starting each step, you can adjust the meters to your preference.
Oh! Thanks for letting me know. I spent ages trying to make it move up lol.
No problem! It's a pretty unique mechanic for these sorts of games, and it's really cool seeing how dialogue and such changes depending on what interest/comfort combos you choose!
I really enjoyed the life aspects of the game. The characters and world feel absolutely real, and I was deeply invested in them.
I was surprised at the journey it took me on, too. I found myself thinking pretty intensely about my childhood, my gender, and my relationships with my parents and my peers for the first time in a while. Caught me off guard, made me think, and gave me a little happiness I think I may have missed out on.
Cove's a cutie, and his personality and worldview developing is amazing to watch and grow with. Thanks so much for this game, guys! Seriously.
Yes, it is a beautiful game. Cove is totally adorable. And yes, it is a game that had me continually reflecting on my life, and life decisions. If only I could have grown up with someone like Cove by my side, life would have been perfect.
i eagerly waited for this game to release and there are lots of things i liked about it—the art, how decisions and memories early on in the game made an appearance later on, the personalities of the characters. i definitely felt emotionally invested in different relationships and it was hard for me to say goodbye when that time came.
as someone that is big on romance though, i wish there was...more. i liked all of the other characters but i sometimes found myself skipping forward until i could have more alone time to bond with cove and make progress with the romantic side of our relationship. i am probably alone in this but it would have been nice in steps 2 and 3, if mc had a direct crush and/or was in love with cove, the family bit would feature a little less and the romance part was more prominent. romance didn't feel like a highlight of this game for me.
i also felt weird about choosing romance options i thought were typical in teen romance that seemed to initially make cove uncomfortable. i get that he struggles with certain forms of intimacy which is why i wish especially in step 3, we saw less of the family and friends and more moments of just mc and cove. by the end of the game i found myself craving more romance moments with cove and i bought both dlcs and played through them a couple times.
SPOILERS FROM STEP 3!!!!
I love this game.
It feels so nostalgic, especially near the end when you are saying goodbye to cove's parents, and the little chat MC and him have before the credits roll. The credits song is so pretty, loved every second of this experience.
It makes me feel loved and fuzzy inside, even if they are just fictional characters. It shows how real they feel and the real development they have.
TLDR: 10/10, will play again.
I played this game before It was fully released and I just realized today that the full game is out, I just want to say thank you for making a great game and I look forward to your next projects!!!
This is a beautiful game. And yes, the characters are very well imagined. Cove is completely adorable, he felt totally real to me. So you can imagine how it felt to finish the game. I can recommend other games with amazing characters (but without the sexual attraction). DONTNOD's "Life is strange 2" has two brothers on the run from the police after their father is mistakenly shot by the police, that game is an emotional roller coaster. You will feel you want to move heaven and earth to help Sean and Daniel. DONTNOD's "Tell me why" is nice too. But "Our Life" has to be the most memorable and beautiful game I've ever played, and Cove, the most real and adorable character.
this was absolutely incredible, I had so much fun playing. It was so comforting and lovely and so so sweet I had so much fun <3 amazing job!!
I am so, absolutely enamored by this game. Everything about it has entranced me and I can't help but want more. It normally takes me a while to replay games after I experience them -- especially visual novels.
I played this three times in a row and had that same magnificent experience the entire time. It's so cute, so warm, and I love being able to be totally comfortable with my choices. I can play a character, or I can be myself, but I never have that issue of being uncomfortable. This game really speaks to its title. It's not just about the player, it's about Cove and everyone the player grows to know and love and what they do. It's gorgeous. Please play it too.
I can't wait for the future, and I can't wait to be able to afford all the DLC. I love everything this game has had to offer. Thank you so much for creating it. I hope Cove knows that I adore him lolol <3
I made account just to say this is the best visual novel I ever played. I feel in love with Cove immediately and felt invested in the relationship. I don't even have the words to say how much this impacted me. I bought the DLCs for my second playthrough. Love this so much
it's an amazing game, I like the story, I like the way the characters look.
It's so great that we can choose exactly what we are and what we look like
and I also really like that we can choose what Cove looks like <3
I finished the game and I have to be honest, it was a really pleasant and welcomed treat. I'd say it's quite realistic, especially with the type of options you get to choose to say. I like how you can be there for Cove to help him realize the world around him and kind of help him get out of his comfort zone to make him more social. It felt really... casual? Like it felt like you were actually there interacting with the characters and made you create this bond with them that you will never forget. Made me tear up a bit after it all ended, but overall the writing and pacing was well made. The visuals are stunning and the audio was greatly done. In short 10/10, am definitely excited for the epilogue. It definitely gave me a euphoric memory I'll hopefully never forget. I also made this account just to say how beautiful this game was.
Just finished my first complete playthrough. I really loved it, both dlcs were really great too and I can't wait for more content when it comes out. This was a very love-filled game, with strong bonds of family and friendship. Thank you for making this!
this game is just PERFECT i its been a long time since i fell in love with a game like this the storylines are amazing,the characters are the best all of them i dont hate or dislike any of them except jeremy f*ck that little brat i want more kyra though she is soooooooooo hott i was actually hoping by the end of step 2 she would stay but unfortunetly she still left that made me sad and that family moment in step 2 was REALLY heavy but it was really good it was sad and heartbreaking i just cant any anything bad about your game this is just TOO perfect from beginnning to end i cant wait for future DLC'S i will buy every single one of them i had no idea what to expect when i start playing this and now i cant and i dont want to stop so its your fault am now addicting to this game and to its characters.
*raises hand* Yes - Hi, I'd like to formally request more Lee. And Liz. And Moms. You know what -- just go ahead and make an entire game featuring MC's family. Here's my money. K-thanks.
Srsly though - my GOODNESS. I know Cove's on the cover (and he is lovely - as is Derek and Baxter), but I Legit cried most from interactions with fam. It's so HEALTHY. That doesn't mean they don't have their issues - but to actually see genuine Unconditional Love - that doesn't exist in many RL families- ...You've cleared my skin and watered my crops. Lee (Best Cousin), Liz (Best Big Sissy) and Moms (just - Best) have my Entire Heart and you just about near killed me with them in Step 3. Please - Moar
I cant agree more, tbh, im so in love with this game because its not really about getting the guy, its about growing together,not only with Cove, but with the entire family your MC has. I dont even have the will to press any negative interactions with them because i just love them so much i cant help it ;_; I cried so much at the Home moment in step 2.
Well said! I knew Lee all of 5 seconds before she lived in my mind and heart rent-free. I've never seen such Pure, Loving, Supportive precious. And I always Loved Lizze. Pretty sure I woke the neighbors when I found out we majored in the same thing in college. There is also No Moms moment I don't 100% enjoy. A choice between family and Cove with my MC typically goes like: 'Cove. I love you, you're so wonderful - *SLAMS THE FAMILY BUTTON*' Poor guy. lol
XD SAME! Poor Cove, but i dont regret anything, i genuenly belive that Cove also needs to grow on his own family as well as my MC, and i adore the fact that they showed it. Thats why i think this game has a very mature way of portraiting love in youth. You are both still growing and at the same time finding who you are. And i really like how they aproached it. ;_;
Hello dear GBPatch, unfortunately I had no time to write a review before, because I had to play a wonderful game. Again and again. Before I wrote this is the best game in this genre I tried out. This IS THE BEST GAME I ever played in this Genre. It is wonderful sweet and romantic, and I feel like a little teenie again (which I am not).
I am looking forward to every DLC you will present us. But I haven't tried every possible way, so I am satisfied for now.
Thank you for making this great game. I hope there is much more to come from you. And congratulation to create a game, which is able to seriously tickle your heart.
Wow, I just finished the game and I feel very...emotional? It really exceeded my expectations and I'm looking forward to everything the future holds for this! Honestly, I loved every second that I played. I feel that everything combines: the music, the characters and the writing style~.
I didn't know whether to leave this written here or on Steam, but I had to say how much I loved it. Although I cried, I also laughed. It made me feel very comfortable and as if I really mattered. It made me realize many things and I connected so much with Cove and the rest of the characters that I was very sad to know that the game would end at some point, haha. He accompanied me during all the hours of play and I felt very happy playing. It really was a great experience. I can't wait to see what you'll do in the future^^.
I'm going to wait for the epilogue and the rest of the DLCs, and from what I've read there will also be a sequel, so I'll be looking forward to it!
Thank you very much for creating this game, it has definitely become my favorite visual novel since the day I tried the first demo ♡ .
Ugh! How did you make this game so lovable? I can't buy any of the DLC's since my parents won't let me but as soon as i can, you can bet im buying all of them-
I know your first question will be answered in step 4, and I'm pretty sure they are ok with headcanons
Holy, I can't believe how good this game really is! I've recently just finished the game and just wow.
Coming into it, I didn't think I really wanted to have a romantic relationship with Cove. But as my character got to know him more and more, I started to like him and eventually chose to pursue a relationship with him.
My MC started off as a sorta shy and awkward person and then eventually became extroverted and very comfortable around Cove, whose personality and appearance was impacted by the choices I made, was one that I really adored.
Cove and the MC's love for each other was so sweet. I loved every single second of it and I still can't believe this game doesn't cost like 20 dollars at least!
Thank you so much GBPatch for making this! I'll look forward in the sequel for Our Life :)
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I nearly chocked from laughter from the booty option xD! My heart just exploded from this; gosh darn it, I need to steady my heart xD The creators pulled a sneaky one on me, heck yeah! You guys rock ;D!
Omg...!
I didn’t get the butt and chest options... Do you know what could have unlocked them for you? I kinda wanna check them out too... 😳
Hey hey! :) I've lost count of how many times I replayed this game and I honestly don't know which options lead to this result but I can take a gamble; what I did: at childgood I selected max comfort and a crush level, for step 2&3 I maxed both meters. I often selected actionss that showed upfront fondness (there's no right or wrong, it probably just shows how direct or indirect you are at being close); I had the first kiss scene in step 2 where the MC and Cove can't oficially date yet since they're not adults yet. In step 3 I chose options where both characters were dating for years, maybe this had an impact? Uff it's hard to tell, but I think if you replay the game it's bound to happen :D this game is just too amazing to play it just once! xD I hope this helps!
Thanks for help!! I think that the upfrontness was the thing that did it for me!
Again, thanks for responding!! ❤️
I'm happy that I could help :D!
I actually made an account just to write this review so uh here goes-
I've been waiting for this game to come out since like May or June when I found it and when I got the notification that this game came out I couldn't wait to play it. And when I did play it I was blown away. This game passed all my expectations, not that I even had many but I just eajfewcejvfbg. I can't rlly describe the feelings this game made me feel but I stayed up till 2 am playing this and when it ended I had a heck of a crying session. It makes me sad to even think about it :') plus i'm a closeted bisexual and having parents in the game who actually supported me and loved me regardless of who I was just made me so so so sad. And Cove oh my gosh I just-
Sentimental stuff aside, the game was just *chefs kiss* There were literally no mistakes, everything was so smooth and the dialogue was so believable it made me cry :") The personalization rlly made the entire game hit especially hard.
The writing, the art, the music, the vibes just everything about this game was perfect. Thank you so so so much for making this game, it will always have a special place in my heart :)
I feel the same about it. The game is beautiful.
Hey, I'm not the creator, but I just wanted to say that you are lovable and worthy of love and I hope you can find and surround yourself with people who do love you, support you and make you feel happy the way you deserve! I know we don't know eachother, but I think you sound like a sensitive, thoughtful and kind person and I think those qualities are miles more important than a lot of others, and definitely something I cherish a lot in friends, as do many others!
I'm always happy to talk when you need somebody to talk to, and I can tell you are going through a difficult time, but you are loved! Even Cove said it <3
To be honest, I don't know what to say. The same offer applies to you and anyone reading this. I feel lucky to belong to such a wonderful community. Thanks a lot for what you said. Even though we don't know each other, it means a lot to me. Unfortunately, I am not yet able to believe most of these things, but the fact that someone thinks so makes me happy. Thank you for being so nice to me. Hope you will have a wonderful day, take care of yourself and remember to drink plenty of water <3
First off, your comment is not long and boring. It is thoughtful and open. I think you expressed very well how you felt.
I agree with you completely that it is more than a game, game seems totally inadequate to describe it. Many of us grow up feeling bad about ourselves. I didn't understand my sexuality growing up, I wasn't certain if I was gay, but I didn't feel straight either.
What you say about 2D Cove is not at all pathetic. But it amazed me too how a cartoonish image could come to represent someone so completely adorable and loving. I know what you mean about how it takes you to another place, away from your worries. Maybe it takes you to where the most important things in life are? Love, friendship, honesty, forgiveness, understanding, caring.
This game means a lot to me. I am an old guy (57). I have spent my life not knowing my sexuality. A friend took me to a brothel while on holiday, I felt nothing, no desire, no embarassment, I might just as well have been in a pub. I know it would have felt the same in a gay brothel. I only feel any attraction to people after knowing them well for a while, an then they would need to make the first move for any sexual intimacy. So you can imagine how getting to know Cove felt, and then when he revealed his orientation, that hit me hard. I'd never heard of it, but it seems to describe me completely. I cried uncontrollably after that revelation. I grew so attached to Cove, that I just keep going back and playing through again. I don't want to leave him. (can you belive it? a 2D cartoon image as you say).
So please don't hate yourself, or think that you are being pathetic. If your comment is any measure then you are a very nice person who should feel much better about yourself. If I can give you any advice at all, then do not waste your time trying too hard for too long with people who seem not to accept you for who you really are. Move on, get to know more people, there are lots of good people out there, and you will meet someone who you need and needs you, I have no doubt of that.
My very best wishes to you for happiness and contentment.
MY HEART!!!!
I love this game so much. It feels me with warmth and causes me to jump out of my chair in excitement whenever something cute happens in the game. Which is all the time. All the characters were awesome and the relationships with them felt natural. And Cove is such a sweetheart! I'll definitely be buying the DLC in the future!
I came back after beating the game a second time just to share my thoughts and gush I guess? It might be pretty long & cringy so just be warned lol
It was really cool to experience this, truly. After I finished the game the first time, I immediately bought the dlc. It was nice to feel loved by my parents, have friends, excursions and feel so loved and cherised. It was something I never had growing up and that basically didn't change into adulthood. The crazy car ride with Kyra was something I absolutely adored. I found myself smiling and laughing from all of the dlc but that one memory stands out to me. She tried so hard to be the cool mom while still being a disciplinary figure. Same with MCs mom. It was nice to not be belittled but instead to have things explained to you. Not only that but to also try to understand it from your point of view. They were kids once. With the runaway dlc moment, when Mom finds you and she's clearly very mad and worried she still tries to get you to understand why she feels that way without yelling. Im sure theres plenty of people who think "well no duh, of course" but I have never experienced that. My personal mom was always yell first and only yell. Cliff was such a good example of someone trying whats best for their kid and it not always working out. His and Kyra's relationship was so nice. They didn't hate each other they just couldn't be together and did what was best for their family. I liked seeing them get along as the game progressed, I liked that their split wasn't entirely horrible and that they really did try to fix it. They weren't always perfect but that's what makes them relatable.
And Cove. My sweet Cove. I didn't think I would come out of the experience loving him as much as I do. I loved that he wasn't afraid to show his emotions, I loved how close we got over the course of the game. Seeing the self centered boy grow up into a shy pre-teen and then an outgoing teenager was so...different and I loved it. Noticing everything he remembered about me over the years was wonderful. It was so nice to be so cared for and loved. Not just from Cove but everyone else as well. Gosh Lee, I love Lee. She's such a sweet girl and I wish we got more time with her as well as Miranda and Terri. I actually really enjoyed Liz's teenage phase too. Looking at it from an older persepctive, of course she's like that, she's just being a kid. It was hard to ever really be upset with her. Especially since you could tell she did still love you even if she didn't say it. The diversity in the cast was fantastic. I got to see myself in a character! And it wasn't played for jokes or laughs! She wasn't a token character! That means so much to me.
As much I absolutely love Cove and can't wait for his dlc, Im also very fond of Baxter and Derek and can't wait for their dlc either. This is the first game in a very very long time to make me feel so emotional and connected. I cried both times I beat it. I cried when Cove told me he loved me, I'm crying now as I reminse. It resonated so much to me because for once im my life I mattered to people. My thoughts, opinions and feelings mattered. And they loved me unconditionally. I'm sorry about this post being so long, I haven't had anyone to talk to about this game or express my feelings about it.
you said it all! i couldn't articulate my feelings well when i left my review, but reading yours really helped my sort out my feelings? i cried a few times through my play-throughs too— just feeling loved and considered by the people around me. I don't know if i'll ever have that in the future, and it was just very... reassuring to hear it, even if it was from a buncha pixels! :)
Yes it was so reassuring to hear! Especially when it came to college and Cove and Moms told you it was okay that you were unsure about it. That's so validating because I definitly didn't know what I wanted to do for college and if we're being honest I still don't. To have them be so frekaing supportive throughout your whole journey is...wonderful. I'm glad I could help you sort out your feelings even if mine were sort of jumbled. I didn't think anyone would actually read the review so thank you for taking time out of your day to do so!
HIIIII! If you need a partner to talk about this game with, I volunteer myself !!! I read your review and I like your vibes oh and I kinda see myself in you (weird right?) But anyway, I'm really looking forward to talk with you 👉🏻👈🏻
Well hello! I was actually very afraid people were going to make fun of me when I posted that review but I had to get my feelings out somehow. Thank you for taking the time to read it! Is there anywhere we can talk? I don't wan to crowd up their comments section.
Make fun of you? No way! You seem so nice! We should really make a discord server for this game
They have a discord for their patreon members and I'm thinking about subscribing to it when I get the chance.
Ah so patreon only discord huh? I really wish there is a free one too for all of us. I still can't figure out why steam declined all of my cards. I really want to buy the dlcs and join the discord by patreon:((
ayy noooo. From what I see around here they all very nice people. So don't worry about them making fun of you. I feel really great after reading your review. And btw if you got discord, I can add you there if you wanna 👉🏻👈🏻
Wow, this was exactly how i felt minus the Baxter part, he rubbed me and Cove the wrong way ^_^' i'm 31 years old and I have never had anything like that in my life, such an intense experince, so many wondeful, caring cast of characters. I wanted parents like ma and mom. my real parents were the exact opposit as they did not care when me or my brothers got home or anything like that, we did not have rules or chores, looking back I really wanted that.
I liked Lee she reminded me of my relationship with a cousin but we had a falling out this year and we don't talk anymore, and i kinda miss her.
Cove, sweet sweet Cove, what i experinced with him romanticly, that is what i wanted in real life when I was in my teens, but I was a shy kid and a shy teen and i'm still a little shy. Back then it hold me back from alot of things, I had a small group of frinds quality over quantity right?. And they tried their best to get me out of my shy-ish shell, they really did but it did not help.
Anyway back on track, (SPOILER) when Cove came to "my" room at night after the orca event and showed the firefly, i could not contain myself (I would have done it the same way in real life) i flew right at him and kissed him.
At the restaurant when he told everyone that he was getting his own place and such it actually hurt my feelings and somehow i felt betraied, I'm used to being hurt by people in real life, but this was way different, like being hurt by my real life boyfriend. I began to tear up for real. When "i" ran to the car and cry my heart out i did so for real, after a text to Cove to come and talk, when he said that "i" could live with him i felt a warmth inside I have not felt in a long time. I was so happy i tried to "jump" him even though i kept sying it was moms car and he had hight issues, that made me giggle.
And I also realised a thing about myself while playing this wonderful game, when Cove told "me" that he had trouble getting words out but not in his head becuase of the what-ifs and all that, at that moment it just clicked in my head and i knew that is how i am when i'm talking to my boyfriend.
Sry but I just nedded to share my wonderful experince with you all who are reading this, i finished this today and I have cried the most of the day bacuse of all the feelings i have never been used to, when my boyfriend came home he asked if something was wrong and I just shook my head and cried. I am a very emotional guy and a hopeless romantic, so he knows that I am prone to tears so he just kissed my cheek and hugged me.
Anyways with all that said. I cant wait to see where my adventure with Cove (and the others of course but mostly Cove) leads in step 4
You are so right! This whole experience gave me such bittersweet feelings and had me love all the characters, not just Cove who basically is the main focus in the game. I have a loving family so I sadly can't relate to the part where the game made people feel loved for once but I so agree on the parts that you explain about Kyra and Cliff. You could really tell they wanted to really try for Cove and their own sakes. (Spolier alert for those who haven't played the newest release yet--) My favorite and absolute FAVORITE part is when Cove at the very end explains how MC made such a big impact on him by just listening and basically being there for him as a amazing friend. It honestly made me feel proud about myself, which is something some of us may not feel often and it was such a amazing feeling to experience for the first time from a game~! :D (sorry about my long rant. Your comment just made me spill my heart out as well ^^"
I'm glad my long rant could illicit such feelings! It's good to talk about them! It's amazing how normal things like listening and being there for someone can make such an impact on their lives! It was so nice knowing the MC helped him out during a really hard time in his life and how wholeheartedly he appreciated it!
I know! It's amazing! :D I can barely wait until part 4 and the final release of the whole game with come out along with the DLC's for part 3 & 4.
Thank you so, so much for sure a wonderful game. I have been waiting for it for such a long time and I was not disappointed at all ! Will definitely buy the next DLC -it is worth it. Thank you for helping us to find some solace this year !
Ok, Im in dire need of knowing everything about this game, for example, Jeremy could have stayed or he was just there? or could sailoh have stayed in town? or more things but ther isnt a wiki ;-;
The game is amazing by the way, Im currently playing it as it was myself, aperarnce included, when I finish it Im gonna replay it till I get every posibility
Also, Im definitelly buying the DLCs in the future
There isn't anything you can do to keep those two from leaving, but that's because this developer already had another game with them in it called XOXO Droplets, so you might want to check that out if you want more of them
https://gbpatch.itch.io/xoxo-droplets
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The game doesn't have an affection point system. You choose the level of affection yourself.
That's right. Sorry the screen wasn't clear, but all you gotta do is click on the bars to move them. Our Life doesn't care what Cove thinks when determining your feelings. You and you only decide if you like Cove/are comfortable around him. You don't have to jump through hoops and try to say certain things to increase your own feelings of affection towards him. I hope that helps!
Yeah, I thought that was really cool, you can create your own novel, kinda, with the ups and downs that you want, thats something I apreciate, instead of "Wrong answer affection down"
That makes more sense! Thanks. I was thinking that there were right answers but you could change the affection level if you wanted a higher one between stages.
No problem! Sorry it didn't come across better. We're probably gonna update the screen to be more straightforward.