Gone Home Reviews

15 pounds for this game seems a lot. I finished the game in one hour . You just walk around a house , looking for things to interact with and before you know it the story is finished. Not recommended!

What a beautiful and touching game. Makes me nostalgic for my childhood and coming home from the mall to watch cartoons or seeing my cousins room and her fun 90's/2000s decor. Beautiful story, slow pace

that ending made me bawl like a baby. this game is absolutely amazing

This game is not one you want to rush through. Instead it rewards you for digging diligently into every corner and detail, in order to piece together the events of the main story. All the specific details, from the writing and voice acting to the soundtrack and the physical objects, help ground the story in a specific time and place and make it easy to get immersed in the emotional weight of the lives of these characters. An absolutely phenomenal experience. I'll probably be thinking about this one for a while. 10/10

The frame rate and clamping problems are ruining the gameplay experience. Having a mouse control between either too smooth that my focus could barely stay in the middle, or too quickly that makes me feel dizzy. I could barely finish the game with that problem.

Pretty cozy way to spend three hours. I think it's far too short to justify its full price but I got it on a good sale and I'd say if you like snooping through people's stuff and unlocking a story bit by bit it's enjoyable, just maybe wait to get it at a discount. Had a rough start when my Xbox controller wasn't working with the interface (the "look around" function wasn't working and I couldn't even enter the house), had to switch to a PS4 controller to get it to work right despite it saying it would be compatible with the Xbox one. So keep in mind your controller of choice may not work.

🌟 "A Beautifully Told Story That Feels Personal" 🌟 Gone Home is an unforgettable experience that proves video games can be powerful storytelling tools. Instead of combat or puzzles, this game invites you to explore an empty house filled with memories, unraveling a deeply emotional and heartfelt story. The atmosphere is immersive, with every detail in the environment contributing to the story. The 90s nostalgia, the handwritten notes, and the incredible voice acting make the characters feel real—even though you never see them. The pacing is perfect, encouraging exploration without ever feeling frustrating. If you love narrative-driven games with strong emotional depth, Gone Home is a must-play. It's a short, intimate journey, but one that will stay with you long after you finish. Recommended! 💜

The first time I saw Gone Home was in a Let's Play sometime in 2016. At the time, I was too young to fully understand the story and its deeper themes. Now, about 10 years later, I finally bought and played it for myself. The story is absolutely beautiful—no matter how many times I replay it, it always hits just as hard. I’ve played other story-driven games before, but this one remains my favorite. The game’s atmosphere is also incredible; the combination of an eerie yet oddly comforting empty house keeps me on edge. I constantly find myself glancing at corners, convinced I saw something in the shadows. The audio design is another great aspect. The random creaks of the house, the sound of a drawer opening in another room (or did it?), all contribute to an immersive experience that enhances the mystery. I truly love this game and know I’ll replay it many more times. And if the unimaginable happens—a sequel—I’ll definitely be there to play it. <3

I have play this game some times now and made my friend play it. It is an amazing story that if you understand or have lived something similar you will fall in love with.

Great storytelling mechanism... one of few instances, in which the title makes sense & feels deserved as you reach the ending.