Underplayed Gems

Dear Agony Aunt (2021)

Dear Agony Aunt cover
Developer
Faye Strawberry
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Indie, Simulation
Rating
4.8 of 5, 27 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 52 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

You read and reply to heartfelt emails in a retro 2006 interface, with low-stakes choices that feel cozy and kind.

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What players say

Players love the nostalgic trip back to a 2006 Windows XP email interface and find the stories heartwarming. The game is short, about an hour or two, with binary choice responses that some wish were more expansive. Players are split on the replay value: some say it is rewarding to see different endings, others find the limited interactivity holds it back.

Screenshots

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