Gone Home

So I played this back when it dropped. On launch, August 15th 2013. I see a lot of more recent reviews giving it some beef. I need to say my piece because its starting to annoy me. This game came out when nothing like it existed before (or least in a major release). It walked and achieved so games like What remains of Edith Finch and many others like it can run. This game was even at the heart of a huge debate online of what truly classifies as a game, the walking sim debate. It was that polarizing. That being said, this was one of the first major releases that I can remember that had a genuine LGBTQ+ story. No rainbow-washing or anything. It is heartfelt and takes it seriously. I praise it for that as a person who was a teenager when that was a dangerous thing to talk about. A lot of people forget the 1990s and 2000s, it was serious growing pains for a lot of people who had no choice but to run away from home. I can tell you this game's snap shot of the 1990s is really good as well. So is it dated, yes by many accounts in terms of mechanics but its also such a fantastic example of telling a story through visual clues. I played it again recently and fell in love with it all over again. So I ask, give it a chance.

After finishing your trip and returning home, you find the house empty. "What on earth happened?" you wonder as you embark on a walking simulator that captures the strange emotions of being home alone. Piece by piece, you gather clues to solve this mystery by putting together the fragments of one family's deeply personal story. Although there are no puzzles like secret passages that require moving levers or complex documents that need decoding, you become immersed in the realistic and lively space of the house, experiencing moments where you truly feel like part of the family.
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I thought this game was a horror and spent most of it walking around in complete terror. It's a little spooky in terms of atmosphere but that is all, it's actually a really lovely story-telling experience. If walking sims are your thing, it's a good one.

A nice little story about a teenager discovering herself while her family starts to fall apart around her. They landed the feel of the mid-90s, the writing's solid, it's paced well, and it doesn't overstay its welcome. You probably already have it in your Steam backlog, and if you're looking for something you can complete and cross off the list, this is only 2-3 hours long.

this game isn't super long, but the story and experience will stick with you. who knew a spooky mystery could also be my dream home? haha exploring the creepy but gorgeous house was fun, and the atmosphere is like one from the Nancy Drew book series.

Short, sweet, gay story. Slightly frustrating controls that you can tolerate for 2 hours. Definitely realistic, good ambiance. Would recommend, especially if it is on sale because it is very short.

Astonishing, seriously a great game that can be completed in one sitting.
Gone home has always been a top favourite of mine for a few reasons.
- Relaxed play style, you can play at your own pace.
- Although relaxed you feel as something can be around any corner.
- A short but decent story.
- The 90's vibe I love.
- A normal family with their own problems that makes them feel almost real.
If your looking for a wholesome, sit down and enjoy in one sitting game, highly recommended and the slight thriller aspect is a cool touch as well.