I guessed part of the ending right, but it was heavier than what I'd imagined...And Dino, you are such a master of creating jump scares and amazing stories!
Though I played this game recently, I can already see why so many ppl are waiting for the update. Dino, no matter what you are busy with, I wish you all the best. Take care, and hope we'll see you soon!
Played both endings. I think it is about toxic friendship but understand why ppl think it's also about losing friends to addiction (it can be both, perhaps?)
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As a daughter with toxic parents, I really feel June and Ryan. Those friends/family might not be bad people, but you feel drained when they're around.
From the beginning of the game I notice Vonnie bosses her friends around, McCoy is almost like a bully (describing June as lazy and messy, pushing her into the hotel fountain), and Carmen is all about herself and a bit of an alcoholic. And their overall reactions to June are pretty passive-aggressive. If I have to say, the only thing in common among them is that they are empty inside, so they find others to suck energy. And this is not enough; that's why they're withered, and look for food and water to fill them.
My interpretation of June being the last to their meet-up is that she unconsciously resists showing up. And Ryan perhaps feels the same, but for some reason Ryan can't get himself out of the group. It is a shame that we can't save Ryan, but at least June has the chance to save herself :(
Just went through all the endings. Thank you so so so much for making this game. I think I'll explore more of its dialogues in detail haha!
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I tested how the dialogue would change if I got the rat after my co-worker leaves for the meeting; it still showed me the part when he is terrified by the rat lollll! And my second thought was that I wish this were not just a bug :(
Can't believe that we can play this for free. This is in fact the best interactive fiction I've played during these years. And I agree that the game needs a map, but I somehow also enjoy losing my direction for a bit haha!
In any case, you should be purr-oud of yourselves!
