I received an unexpected apology almost 20 years after the fact. I had long since moved on and had no hard feelings for the person.

Before that apology, I was like most people who thought an apology like that would feel selfish or self-serving for the person giving the apology. Instead, it felt very genuine and weirdly made me feel a little better about humanity. Like, if this person can grow and come out the other side a better, happier person, then more people can too.

Really interesting read! I remember that box at the store and being curious about it. I can’t remember if I ever played it though.

The big names have been mentioned so I’ll mention others.

Amnesia: Memories - This is actually the visual novel that got me into playing them (and playing with my wife). Weird spirit shenanigans cause the main character to experience amnesia. She has to navigate already being in a relationship without anyone catching on and try really hard not to die.

VA11 Hall-A - A cyberpunk bartending simulator. Make drinks, talk to all the regulars and learn about the world, try to pay your bills. It’s kinda like playing as the bartender side character in a sci-fi while the heroes of the story are involved in the big events going on.

Arcade Spirits - Go from unemployed to finding your happy place in life working in a retro arcade. This one is just nice and casual and filled with nostalgia.

Yes! What a fun idea.

At the moment, I think I’m most excited for getting rid of alignments. It’s been a long time since I’ve had a chance to play, but it’s nice that I’ll have some changes to look into once I do!