Once10 (2019)

Developer: JingtuStudio, 乌鸦大仙
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Adventure, Free To Play, Indie
Rating: 4.1 of 5, 104 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A brief, reflective visual novel that feels like revisiting a tender memory, blending warmth and gentle regret.

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What players say

Players say the visual novel is roughly made, with unfinished art and amateur voice acting. The story about school memories can feel nostalgic but is cut short by an abrupt ending, and many recommend skipping to the paid remake instead.

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