Underplayed Gems

To Be With You (2021)

To Be With You cover
Developer
Illus Seed Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie, RPG
Rating
4.7 of 5, 30 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A melancholic, introspective visual novel where every conversation and choice carries the weight of a crumbling relationship, unfolding through sparse hand-drawn scenes and text.

emotionaldarkatmosphericpsychologicalintimatestory-richtenseminimalisttext-based

What players say

Players say the game is an accurate, semi-autobiographical portrayal of emotional abuse and gaslighting. A director's commentary explains manipulation tactics. Many found it personally validating but warn it can be triggering. Players report distinct endings, with the safe ending offering hope.

Screenshots

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