Summers Gone

Summers Gone is a story about a guy who lost his girlfriend in a tragic accident. Together with the hero, the player goes through a long path of recovery: he needs to pull himself together, establish relationships with people and return to normal life. The narration is conducted in the format of a visual novel: text, illustrations, solutions. Conversations with characters affect how relationships work out, and choices determine which scenes and arcs are revealed. Some of the materials are addressed to an adult audience, and this is stated directly. The tone of the story is melancholic: those whom the hero had dismissed before are forced to look into the eyes. Between chapters there are small episodes and tasks that reveal characters. It is also worth noting that the story is large and divided into chapters, so it is convenient to read it in parts. In addition to the main line, there are side scenes with people with whom the hero is familiar, and they reveal his character better than any monologues. Saves are available frequently, and the gallery collects open episodes. The material is addressed to an adult audience, and this is stated directly. The tone of the story is serious, without lightness, and this corresponds to the stated theme. In addition, there are episodes where the hero remembers the past, and they are presented without unnecessary sentimentality. It is also worth noting that the game also has options for endings, depending on how the hero behaved with others. The project was made by a small team and is based on a script. For those who love long stories about experiencing and recovering from loss, the Summers Gone offers just that.