I just played the game and I have some thoughts about it. I really feel for Ellie and want to give her a hug and tell her everything will be okay. At the same time, I’m a bit frustrated with her because I wish she could just move on from Jack, even though I know that’s not easy.
Ellie mentions that Jack seemed different this time, acting distant and cold. This makes me think she might be starting to let go of him. Instead of dreaming about the sweet, affectionate version of Jack, she’s beginning to lose her feelings for him, which could be causing her to see him as more distant and cold. Maybe that’s just my interpretation, but it’s the impression I got.
I really enjoyed this short story because it touches on a part of breakups that isn’t often discussed. Most movies show characters going to big parties and finding someone new to obsess over, but I appreciate that this story presents a more realistic view of breakups, where sometimes people just need time to heal, or they struggle to move on at all.
Great game, I’d give it a 10/10!