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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Visual Novel, Indie, Casual, Adventure.

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Elliott is paralyzed by doubt. Tomorrow he must go to Emma, far, far away from here. But on the eve of his departure, a strange meeting will change his future.

Reviews: Very Positive — 87% — of 131 reviews
Released: 2018-05-24
Developer: Hiver Prod
Publisher: Plug In Digital
Genres: Casual, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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    Windows

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    Windows
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    72% matchVery Positive82% of 192 reviews2018
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    Windows
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    65% matchVery Positive86% of 102 reviews2025
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