Love in the distance (2021)

Developer: Level-Buster Studio
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie
Rating: 3.3 of 5, 335 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A relaxed, dialogue-driven visual novel about online connection and character relationships in the early internet era.

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What players say

Players are sharply divided: some find the protagonist relatable or enjoy the typing-based chat system, while others call him frustrating and the forced relationship drama tiresome. Many complain about the lack of save slots and a clunky fast-forward, though a few still connect with the bittersweet tone.

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