A Story Beside (2022)

- Developer
- Wayward Prophet
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Adventure, Casual, Indie
- Rating
- 4.8 of 5, 310 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 7.8 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A gentle, introspective journey through a life lived quietly, where small choices and heartfelt connections carry emotional weight.
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What players say
Players call it a heartfelt story about living life as an NPC in an RPG, delivering a bittersweet emotional punch that makes most cry. Reviews note the slow walking speed and occasional lack of direction, but the touching narrative and multiple endings keep people coming back.
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