Graduated

About

Graduated is a life simulation RPG where you navigate the messy transition from college to adulthood. Make career decisions, manage relationships, and balance day-to-day responsibilities as your choices shape your character's future. The game uses a branching narrative system where small actions, like accepting a job offer or skipping a family event, ripple into long-term consequences. You track progress through skill development, financial stability, and personal happiness metrics across multiple years. The game's strength lies in its realistic tradeoffs and unpredictable outcomes. Over 70% of players report surprising twists from early decisions resurfacing later. A dynamic event system introduces unexpected challenges like health issues or market crashes. While some critics call the interface cluttered, the simulation depth earns praise from strategy fans. Available on PC and Mac since mid-2023, it plays like a digital choose-your-own-adventure with 36 distinct ending conditions.