A Story Beside

An incredible, moving and deeply emotional story. The atmosphere, the music, the small town vibe - it's all there and it feels amazing.

Ugh. The last 10 minutes of the last chapter was just me SOBBING. This was absolutely amazing,. The story line was enchanting and the characters truly seemed to be fleshed out, almost as though they were truly alive. I'm too busy blowing my nose to think of anything smarter to say, so 10/10!! <3

I don't know if I'll ever find the words to describe how this story made me feel. I don't think I've ever genuinely sobbed or wholeheartedly smiled at a story like this ever- not a movie, not a novel, and certainly never a video game. It's only been a few years since its release (though truthfully it feels as though a decade has passed), but I've revisited this game countless times. I only appreciate it more as the years pass, and I imagine that will continue to be the case. I hope that in my old age, no matter how the world changes and technology advances, I will be able to revisit this game and rediscover it with an entirely new perspective. Living as Lyric, even if only for a few hours at a time, has had a profound and lasting impact on me, and I hope that it will have the same effect on any who choose to start their journey in Pyreside.

I have never sobbed like a baby, and been so attached to a story line like I had with "A Story Beside". Who knew that 6 hours of playtime would become this beautifully, and at times heartbreaking, story as you follow Lyric on her journey through life. Highly HIGHLY recommend getting this game. If you're considering it, just do it. This is more than a game, this is artful storytelling.