Goodbyes

About

Goodbyes is a brief but poignant visual novel about two friends facing a sudden and final farewell. You play as Alex, who gets a last-minute visit request from Naomi, who’s about to move away without explanation. The game unfolds through tense, intimate conversations where every word carries weight. Dialogue choices shape the tone, but there’s no branching story, just a single, focused exchange that lingers on awkward silences, half-said apologies, and the pressure of time slipping away. The game’s power lies in its restraint. It uses minimal setting and character design to keep focus on the emotional core of the interaction. Community feedback highlights its authenticity, with many players calling it a “relatable and heartbreaking” portrayal of real-life goodbyes. On Steam, it holds a 4.5/5 rating with 90% positive reviews from over 5,000 players. At just 2-3 hours long, it’s a short experience but one that sticks around, and its simple text-based format makes it accessible for newcomers to visual novels.