# The Kids We Were — user reviews > 108 indexed App Store user reviews of The Kids We Were by GAGEX Co.,Ltd., rated 4.80/5 from 470 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-kids-we-were/id1506119981/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-kids-we-were/id1506119981.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 416 · 4★ 31 · 3★ 8 · 2★ 4 · 1★ 11 ## What do users think of The Kids We Were? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - ❤️ Heartfelt game - 👍 Great, heartwarming game - 👍 Perfection - 👍 Touching, complex story - 👍 Gorgeous visuals, music, story - 👍 Reason why I like story games **Cons** - 🐛 Some annoying bugs **Commonly reported bugs** - Triumphant soundtrack playing inappropriately **Most requested features** - Part 2 or sequel - Ability to continue exploring the town after finishing the story ## Newest reviews (19 of 108) ### 5/5 — Play it.. *2022-10-10, version 1.1* Just play it….do it…plaaay it. I swear to the goooods.. ### 5/5 — Orv references? *2022-08-27, version 1.1* I just wanna say, beautiful game. I replay a lot, and it never disappoints. And then I noticed the Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint sprinkled in there, and my weeb self went “YESSSS” (Spoilers) honestly, the white coat, the book that guides them, even TIME TRAVEL AND THE WHOLE MAGI THING- an envoy from eternity’s far shore..? A special ship…? ETERNITYYYYY- ANYWAY, wonderful game I really love it so much, I’ve been secretly hoping the devs like Orv too! (Although it might be a coincidence who knows) Also hoping for a sequel but I don’t think that’s likely anymore Thank you! ### 5/5 — Such A Great Game! *2022-03-14, version 1.1* Definitely worth the $$$, in my opinion! This is a game with great heart, well-developed characters, and an intriguing storyline. I’m not going to leave any spoilers, but the plot of the story definitely kept me guessing! It also makes me want to buy all the 80’s snacks referenced in the collectibles, lol! ### 5/5 — Wonderful game *2022-01-13, version 1.1* Great storytelling, a grand adventure made up of life's smallest moments. Well done! (Buy the VIP version - it's totally worth it) ### 5/5 — Original and beautiful storyline *2021-12-17, version 1.1* Great storyline, with a few nice surprises ### 5/5 — It Was So Awsome *2021-11-12, version 1.1* I love the end. Please make a The Kids We Were 2. Minato was a smart kid that all the way through I thought I was like him so mutch. Make a Second one with the short scary parts,The mystery parts and the best parts the happy parts (Don't forget the smart parts)! ### 5/5 — I cried *2021-10-25, version 1.0.7* I have to bravely admit the ending made me cry, the whole game was so touching and even though I’m still young myself you could learn a lot from kids and how to be a better adult than the ones you see being rude and mean. This game was 10/10 highly recommend and I’m still crying writing this review , I hope people can take good advice from the game as well ### 5/5 — Best Mobile Storyline Game! *2021-08-10* I have never made a review for any other app than this one. I had to make a review because this game is amazing and I would love to see more games like this. I love games with storylines where you play as the main character, and this was one of the best ones I’ve ever played. The fact that you didn’t have to pay for any of the story? So great. The story being so unique and wonderful? The best part. Definitely recommend this app if you love storyline/simulation games. ### 5/5 — Beautiful *2021-08-08, version 1.0.7* Beautiful, gripping and poignant. I hope for a sequel soon! ❤️ ### 5/5 — Amazing *2021-08-01, version 1.0.7* When I started I wasn’t really that interested but the more I played the more impressed I got. Overall the best story game I have ever played ### 5/5 — Wow *2021-07-09, version 1.0.7* I though it would be a bad game but oh ma lord it’s AMAZING if you made A sequel to this I would be really happy , I cried at the end ### 5/5 — I love it 😍 *2021-06-05, version 1.0.7* This game is amazing I recommend it to everyone that’s reading this it’s sad so get ready to cry but I recommend 100%😛 and it’s also free from being to end✨ sooo yes download the game now!!!!!! ### 5/5 — Beautiful! *2021-05-28, version 1.0.7* Another great game from my favorite developers, the only problem I found was that all the ads made it annoying to progress and sometimes made the app shut down but if you guys ever port this onto to steam or as a Nintendo game then that’ll be amazing ### 5/5 — Great story *2021-04-28, version 1.0.7* The story is great and touching. The BGM is also great. Love this game ### 5/5 — The BEST story I’ve read *2021-04-25* This was absolutely beautiful. I could not put it down. It had me smiling and In tears and both at the end. It was... words Cant even describe how much I enjoyed this. THIS SHOULD 100% BE MADE INTO A BOOK!!! I would so buy and read that over and over. This story definitely took me for a ride because there was 2 times where I thought it was over and I was SO unsatisfied but a tip: stay though ALL the credits. IT KEEPS GOING! and Im SO glad it does. It was beautiful. Thank you to the creators of this. ### 5/5 — This is a must play! *2021-04-19* Let’s be clear: this is a story based game. You can explore and find hidden items. However, mostly you are playing a linear story. There are no “wrong” decisions as far as I can tell. The story is very touching and deals with real issues facing kids. Sure the sprites and settings are cheery looking, but the story hits on some dark subject matter. I immediately paid to get rid of ads, so I don’t know what the experience is like if you don’t pay. While it takes place in Japan, the themes are pretty universal. I won’t give away anything. Just play it if you want to experience a range of emotions. ### 5/5 — bruv *2021-04-07, version 1.0.6* kek ### 5/5 — This game is absolutely beautiful *2021-03-22, version 1.0.6* When I first saw this game in the App Store, I wasn’t so sure. You know, with the whole cubic art style and all. But what the game lacks in realistic graphics it makes up for in charm, storytelling, and amazing characters. When I first through the game had ended and there was no closure, I was *actually* upset. But the real ending- God, it was heartwarming. I love this game so much, and even the art style, which I wasn’t so sure about at first, turned out to give the game a cute and unique style that I ended up really enjoying. Keep up the good work, guys, and keep writing your amazing stories! To anyone that might not be sure about the game like I was, just go for it. There are a few ads if you won’t want to purchase VIP, but it’s honestly so worth it. What’s a few ads in return for such an amazing experience? ### 5/5 — Please download this game *2021-03-09, version 1.0.6* The best game I’ve played on the App Store ❤️ There’s nothing like it and I would’ve thought that it would be a paid game. I wish there was more like this. This game was just amazing and thank you so much developers ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 3/5 — Some annoying bugs *2021-03-27, version 1.0.6* I find the story to be engaging and I like the soundtrack, however after I returned to the construction site in chapter 3, I started hearing a triumphant soundtrack that didn’t fit the game at all, and was playing in conjunction with the main soundtrack. This is extremely annoying and preventing me from enjoying the game since the main music is peaceful while this weird triumphant soundtrack is fast-paced and loud. Please fix this audio bug, it is extremely irritating because I love the soundtrack of the game. Even when I turn off sound effects and BGM, I still hear this triumphant soundtrack. ### 3/5 — It was decent. *2020-09-29, version 1.0.2* The storyline was great and there was quite a bit of items to collect but didn’t do anything. I collected most for the special events but all I got was granny’s prize. The ending was also a letdown for me since I was expecting more. The game has a decent overall story but at points in the story felt kinda boring and there were way too many ads. Thanks for your time reading this. ### 4/5 — Love It, but Help! *2021-02-22, version 1.0.6* I love this game. I’m only on chapter 4, but all of a sudden the game won’t play. It opens to the title screen, but no matter what option I choose it crashes. I want to keep playing! Help! t ### 5/5 — ❤️ *2025-08-07, version 1.1* Thank you for such a heartfelt game. ### 5/5 — Great game *2024-08-03, version 1.1* Very heartwarming game it’s so fun the music is precious ### 5/5 — A BRILLIANT MASTERPIECE!! *2024-07-31* I cannot believe i found this gem! It had only 13 reviews but all unbelievably great and it more than lived up to the expectations. Oh wow, I feel like I just finished a heavy movie where I could participate in the plot. The storyline, characters, plot, design… every single thing was perfect. This game made me cry i meann!! 😭🤌🏽 BIG thank you to the entire team who made this! I am a fan! And eagerly waiting for part two!! Please please I pray we get one! 🩵 Don’t miss out on this one, it’s the most memorable game I’ve played. ### 5/5 — Perfection *2024-04-20, version 1.1* I’ve had this game saved on my phone for a long time, finally decided to play it recently & I am so sad it’s not longer D,: this game is absolutely amazing, although I wish it were longer it’s honestly perfect. If you like manga or anime & are familiar with how strange things can be, this game is one that’ll be interesting to you. It’s an incredibly heartwarming game ! & if you’ve played other games, you’ll see the familiar granny who sells candy & the old man with his oden cart <3 :D ### 5/5 — Too cheap…. *2023-09-17* For the amount of gameplay you get alone 3.99 for VIP (and you can get by with just ads) it’s worth more than that in my opinion. Also the story is moving. All the characters are relatable. They manage to capture the theme of living life without regrets, becoming the person you want to be, and importance friendships. It also immerses you in showa era nostalgia. There are some moments you have to suspend your disbelief but it doesn’t take away from the enjoyability. The plot is like a combination of Kimi no na wa and The miracles of the Namiya General store. ### 5/5 — Amazing *2023-08-18, version 1.1* This game as amazing. Down to the last details. It’s happy it’s sad it will make you feel old and young this will make you cry. ### 5/5 — Most Heartwarming Story Ever 😭❤️💗💔 *2023-07-25* I don’t even know what to say this game is so HEARTWARMING I think there is completely nothing wrong with it. It is the best game ever truly I mean it I LOVE ❤️ the storyline and when I played this game I felt different feelings like HAPPY,SAD and it gave me many different emotions I made it to the end of Chapter 14 and I cried when I finished it I got done with the story in 1 day and 1 morning but I also know that did y’all make another game like this one like called The Promise I think well I played it before and finished it I cried for days after that and I really miss it 😢 but anyway it is the best game ever I recommend playing this game but if you are sensitive or if you get emotional easily then I don’t know but you can do whatever but I recommend playing it because it is so HEARTWARMING and if you like story like that I recommend getting it anyway great game guys 👋🏻 ## Most praised reviews (3 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Gold bro *2023-04-18, version 1.1* I ain gonna lie like im not into this typa stuff but it hit hard this so needs more attention 👋 peak soundtrack peak storyline peak everything ### 5/5 — AMAZING GAME *2023-04-03, version 1.1* Never thought a mobile game could make me cry, but it did. Everything from the graphics to the storyline to the play style was phenomenal! I would examine every single collectible I got because they were always my favorite things, they were designed so beautifully. Truly a great game, and I definitely plan on seeing what else the devs have to offer! ### 5/5 — This game is good. *2023-01-26, version 1.1* This is an awesome adventure. I liked the story. I hope they put part 2 sometime in future. I can’t wait. I did beat the game finding all what is missing. The game is perfect here. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-18.*