you're just imagining it (2024)

Developer: npckc
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Free To Play
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 464 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 18 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A bleak, slow-paced simulation of navigating daily life while managing unexplained chronic pain and skeptical doctors.

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What players say

Players say this free game is a very short story, around 10 minutes, focused on depicting the struggle of being dismissed by the medical system. The gameplay is minimal, and players are split: some find it emotionally powerful and relatable, while others criticize the lack of gameplay or writing quality.

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