Grow up alongside the lonely boy next door across four summers, from childhood to adulthood, in a story you shape down to the smallest detail.
Who it's for: Players who want a free, wholesome, slow-burn romance where they design their own character.
The story (spoiler-free)
Our Life starts with a twenty-dollar bill and a new neighbour: a quiet boy who has just moved in next door with his father. From there the game follows the two of you through four periods of life, from childhood summers to adulthood.
Almost everything about your character is up to you, from name, look and pronouns to personality and small preferences that the other characters remember. Dialogue choices let you express difficult feelings and get support in return, which is central to the game's comforting tone.
It is free on Steam and itch.io, with paid expansions that add more scenes for those who want to stay longer.
Why play it
- +Free with a very generous base game
- +Deep character customisation, including pronouns
- +Gentle, supportive tone
- +Long, slow-burn romance across a lifetime
Keep in mind
- −Single main love interest
- −Pacing is deliberately slow and everyday
- −Some content is spread across paid expansions
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