A Google user

Really nice concept. Like others have said though, not all loss is a death or ill person. Loss and pain comes in a myriad of forms and a more generalized support system would be cool, as this alienates people struggling with things outside of death/illness. Also, the controls?? Why not a circle pad? The tapping system is horrid.

A Google user

I first began this game to help a friend and out of curiosity. I began it thinking of one type of loss and was completely caught off guard when a different loss I thought I dealt with came front and center. This is an amazing game. It really does get you thinking and talking about the loss and all the emotions with it. The skills used are incredibly helpful and so easy to understand and do. It's great they provide more sources for help of loss, in game. I highly recommend this game for you! Edited

Jason Foster

This game is incredible. The main focus of it is to help people through grief, but I'd also recommend it to people struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or other mental health concerns. With resources ranging from meditation practices to providing ways to deal with hard emotions, this game is certain to help you in some way. This is a small thing, but I really love how often the characters use your name. It makes me feel more validated and accepted in the space :)

Deirdre McIntyre

Hello readers, I love this game but there are some fixes that could be done. The first one is that, personally, I myself am fine with a landscape point of view; but I’m beginning to think maybe you could let us have a choice? Like if we hold it landscape it goes landscape or if we hold our device portrait it goes portrait. The second thing is that this game is probably NOT for ages -8. The reason I say this is because that there is a few things for older ages. Anyway I love this app. —S.E.F.F✧❤ Edited

Andreas Andrews

Trying out the app with the critical eyes of a web developer and technology enthusiast I have to say I'm really impressed. What I didn't expect was for it to actually bring up feelings and emotions about loved ones I've lost as that was not the purpose for me trying out the game, and that is surely only a good thing. I never want to lose memories. I believe memories are what brings true happiness, even when we are sad. I haven't yet completed the game as such, but that's the thing - it's not a game for rushing through or completing in a short space of time in my opinion, it's an ongoing process to help with grieving which can be revisited at any time, in your own pace. Some of my favourite games allow me to do my own thing, and that is the case here. Although it is aimed at younger users of the game, it definitely doesn't exclude anyone and is actually incredibly satisfying to use. It actually reminds me of one of my favourite mobile games where you can explore a world and potter around without any pressure. Importantly and uniquely here I don't feel manipulated in any way, only inspired, which I have to say is a rarity as with a lot of technology - "If the product is free, then you are the product" - This app is the exception to the rule as it is not funded through advertising and has no hidden agenda. Quite often gameplay feels like things are being forced on you, especially with free Android games, or quite often underfunded games have issues with them. None of those negatives are evident at all and I've spent enough time on the island, in the cave, at the guide's hut to be sure of this. There are so many great features, such as being able to hear the words and optionally read transcripts from others who are sharing their own memories of loved ones they have lost. All in all I cannot say enough good things about this game. It's one of those things that you don't realise the world needs, until you actually use it. I've been looking at the data around behaviour of younger people who suffer due to having lost a loved one, and some of it is very stark and eye-opening. This is a positive solution to making the world a better place. Another great gauge of this app is that I'm always excited to jump back in and keep using it. One of the most relevant features is the 'pool' which encourages controlled, deep breathing in a meditative way, and with a very relaxing voice guiding you through that process. I struggle to keep up with my plans of doing more formal meditation on my own and using meditation apps seems to be a struggle to keep up and prioritise in my life, so this wonderful element of the game, and also the gamification of wellbeing in itself is an absolute win for my often child-like brain, but also for the responsible adult side of me that appreciates the value this game brings.