Missed Messages

Missed Messages is a poignant visual novel that explores deep themes of life and death through the lens of everyday interactions and the digital conversations that define modern relationships. The game centers around the choices players make in responding to messages from friends, each decision subtly steering the narrative toward one of four distinct endings. Set within the intimate confines of a college dorm room, players navigate through conversations that can range from light-hearted exchanges of memes to profound discussions about life’s more serious matters, all beautifully illustrated with original artwork.

Impact of Choices on Narrative Outcomes

As players engage with Missed Messages, they are challenged to consider how even seemingly trivial decisions—like whether to reply to a text or ignore it—can have significant consequences. Each play-through lasts between 15 to 30 minutes, but the brevity of the game belies its depth. The dialogue is crafted to reflect real interactions, providing a mirror to the player’s own experiences with communication and connection. Through its narrative, the game emphasizes the importance of attentiveness to the messages we receive and send, suggesting that within our digital dialogues lie the keys to understanding and intimacy.