You get to choose how a relationship started and how it ends by cycling through dozens of small stories written by different authors. It’s really entertaining and can easily be expanded upon!
I left a more detailed review on the itch.io page for this game, but I enjoyed it so much! The sound effects and music add perfectly to the abandoned atmosphere, and I loved finding out more of the story.
I struggled on the last puzzle just because (Spoiler - click to show)I had a habit of recycling most of what I got my hands on. There's probably a way to emphasize the importance of those two specific objects for the engine room, but then again, their mundanity was the point. So I'm not really sure what I'd suggest to fix it.
The flashback scenes with the crew were just awesome. I really enjoyed the ending, too.
If you have around 2 to 2 1/2 hours to burn and want something with environmental storytelling that will put your brain to the test, play Detritus!!
I loved playing this. It kept me interested the entire way through.
Near the end, I would have liked more messing around with the metaphor than laying things out so straightforwardly. But the narrative served its purpose and made me think and feel deeply. I also appreciated the funny way things were worded at times. It matched the vibe of the article very well.
I think this is an important work that more people should play. I'll be remembering that water cup scene with Jude for a long while.
I will end with my favorite quote:
"You realize that neither he nor the state will ever understand what it means to see people as people. They will never love."