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We should talk.
It's not what you say, it's how you say it. We should talk is a short-form narrative game that will make players think carefully about the words they choose. Using a unique narrative choice mechanic, players craft sentences in response to the in-game characters in We should talk. Through this careful choice of words, players express themselves as they discuss ongoing problems about life and romance with their in-game partner over text messages, while also chatting with friends and strangers at their favorite local bar about what's on their mind. The combination of words they choose impacts the conversations they have, how genuinely they can connect with their partner, and whether their relationship can survive the night.
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15 reviews found80
The Indie Game Website
Jul 16, 2020
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Pure Nintendo
Aug 5, 2020
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Screen Rant
Jul 29, 2020
We Should Talk is ultimately a success, despite a few less-than-appealing aesthetic choices. Its reply-construction adds meaningful and thoughtful pause to a mechanic which is normally rushed through in other VN games, and here’s hoping that it will be adapted to future examples in the genre. Playing through all nine stories is a hefty ask, though the overall brevity makes it the perfect game to spend a quiet session with once a week. Furthermore, it tells an inclusive and relatable story that will have players thinking back to their own thoughtless replies, sent or received, or recalling the painful and muddled distance grown at the tail end of romance. Outside of its reply system, We Should Talk’s strongest feature is its prompt for insight. More: Roki Review: A Heartfelt And Gorgeous Adventure Game We Should Talk is out now on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One for $6.99.
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KeenGamer
Jul 24, 2020
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Playstation Official Magazine UK
Aug 22, 2020
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TheXboxHub
Jul 25, 2020
Despite the fact that it’s very short, rather bare and occasionally doesn’t respond naturally to your decisions, We should talk on Xbox One is an interesting experience that’s easy to recommend. Its dialogue system is great and makes you care.
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Hey Poor Player
Jul 24, 2020
I could have forgiven We should talk.’s narrative if it weren’t for the length. I could have forgiven We should talk.’s length if it weren’t for the narrative. The game could be short. The game could push a specific philosophy in relationships. But it couldn’t be both and still get high marks unless you absolutely already 100% agree with the developer’s stance on relationships. And with so little time to learn about Sam and myself, it’s hard to go all in on any of the candidates; all I’m left with is my face buried in my drink hoping I haven’t fucked up anything.
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Explosion Network
Jul 14, 2020
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GBAtemp
Jul 17, 2020
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Rapid Reviews UK
Jul 15, 2020
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