L'automne

About

L'automne is a visual novel that follows Corey, a 32-year-old grappling with professional and personal setbacks. After losing his job and a relationship, he returns to his childhood home in the quiet town of Alder Falls to regroup. The game unfolds through a linear, text-heavy narrative that blends introspective monologues with dialogue-driven encounters. Players observe Corey’s strained interactions with family and familiar faces while the story explores themes of regret, small-town dynamics, and the search for stability. The tone is subdued, with a focus on quiet emotional beats over dramatic twists. What sets L'automne apart is its minimalist approach to storytelling. The writing leans into dry humor and awkward realism, avoiding overwrought melodrama. The autumn setting isn’t just aesthetic, it mirrors Corey’s internal state, with falling leaves and overcast skies reinforcing the game’s mood. At under three hours, it’s a brief but tightly written experience. Early community feedback highlights its relatable characters and the way the environment feels like a character itself. Not a deep simulation or action-packed adventure, but a reflective story that lingers.

Storyline

At 32, it's no understatement to say Corey's life is going less-than ideal. With both the company he worked for, as well as his recent relationship breaking, we find Corey hurt and looking to regain a sense of normalcy in his life. Deciding that spending time with his family may help him center, he flies back to the sleepy college town he grew up in. What will he find when he gets back to his home turf? Well, anything can happen when the leaves start to fall.