“Four Months Earlier”

“Four Months Earlier”

Linda & Joan Prologue

54 ratings
29 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 13, 2020
  • July 23, 2020
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Experience a narrative game based on a true story. Play as three family members navigating traumatic events, making choices that lead to different endings. This prologue focuses on a hike where characters discuss their past and present.

Play as multiple characters
Branching narrative with multiple endings
Based on a true story
Choice-driven gameplay
Normal and Challenging modes
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What's New in “Four Months Earlier”

1.1.0

July 23, 2020

Thank you for playing and for sending all the heartfelt messages! To hear it's connecting with people is wonderful! Updates: Fixed some dialogue typos; made it easier to tell which way to go at the start; other tweaks.

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The Story is Cute

The game itself was just very boring, but the story was cute. It was mostly just walking and there wasn't much else. i was thinking that the actual release of the game would be much better, but the demo wsa kind of dry. Condolences to the creator of the game however, this must have been a very difficult time in your life, and I appreaciate you creating this game to share your story with the world. It must have been very difficult.
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Moved me to tears at 5 AM.

Sitting here not being able to go back to sleep, I downloaded this game for the hell of it. Little did I know, how simple but beautiful it would be. I have a very close relationship with my mother who I love more than anything. I’m 21 and she’s 50 and I think she still has quite some time left. Although as she gets older, it crosses my mind the day she will leave. I always try to make every moment special. After reading further about the story behind this game, I’m sitting here crying my eyes out at 5 AM! So powerful. I hope the creator knows what a beautiful & unique game this.
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Speechless

I was in awe. Short and simple yet had a huge meaning behind the storyline. I have never felt these kinds of emotions playing a game before, and it really touched my heart. The simplicity of it all was stunning from start to finish. Makes me realize just how fragile moments are in life and reminds me of why I keep going and what I look forward to. The waterworks definitely came flowing.

Russell, I am so sorry for your loss. You are so strong and creative, I cannot believe there are people like you in this world that can create a piece like this. Amazing. Hands down best game I have ever played.
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Great story

Just wanted to say to the developer that I really liked your story and that I’ll be waiting for the final version.

Wow, Just wow

I’ve never written a review, because I’ve just never cared. But I’m taking the time to write this, because this game is just, fantastic. It’s unlike any game you play on your phone, because most of them are action based, simulations, etc. This game was almost refreshing, it was relaxing, it was interesting but above all else, it made me feel emotions that I would have never thought I’d feel from a game on my phone. To be fair, this isn’t a game, it’s an experience, but it was just beautiful. It looks like it took an incredible amount of work to make this game, and was it made by one developer? I’m don’t know. But the fact that the game is short, doesn’t take away from it at all, it actually makes it better. Instead of stretching out the narrative and adding parts to the narrative that previously didn’t exist, it was straight and to the point.

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Regarding the picture at the end, that warmed my heart, because I hadn’t fully read everything about the game, so I had no idea it was based on a true story. But Russel, I’m sorry for your loss, and I hope you know that what you’ve done here, and what you’re doing, is absolutely incredible, and it takes someone who’s strong at heart to be able to do that.
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FAQ

What is "Four Months Earlier" about?

"Four Months Earlier" is a narrative game that follows a British family dealing with traumatic events. Players switch between characters to make choices that influence the story's outcome. The prologue focuses on a hike where characters discuss their past and present.

Is this a full game or a demo?

This is a free, standalone experience that serves as part one of a larger story. It is designed to be completed in 15 to 20 minutes and offers multiple endings based on player choices.

What are the gameplay modes?

The game features two modes: Normal Mode, where you walk Russell and Linda follows, and Challenging Mode, where you must manage the movement of both Russell and Linda simultaneously.

Is the game free to play?

Yes, "Four Months Earlier" is a free, standalone experience. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

What kind of story does it tell?

The game tells an emotional story based on a true family experience, exploring themes of trauma and coping. It features dialogue and choices that shape the narrative and lead to different conclusions.