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The Wreck

The Wreck

|France|Visual Novel, Adventure

8.8 /10

Aww Great!

Niche

282 ratings
Time to beat
Main
4.5h
Main + extras
5.5h
Complete
5h
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Why play it

The Wreck is a 2023 Visual Novel, Adventure, Puzzle, Indie, Point-and-click game rated 8.8/10 from 282 ratings, with a main story of about 4.5h, available on Android, iOS, Mac, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S.

The Wreck is a mature 3D visual novel about sisterhood, motherhood, grief and survival. Follow failed screenwriter Junon as she attempts to make it through the most pivotal day in her life. Relive the past, alter the present, and embrace the future - or watch Junon's story end in a wreck.

Story and worldbuilding

At 36, Junon’s life is in pieces: her career has stalled, she’s emotionally numb, and her personal life is falling apart. Things come to a head when she’s called to the ER to find her estranged mother in a critical condition. This is the most important day of Junon’s life, and unless something changes, it might be her last. Experience Junon’s memories and piece together the story of her past, including the tragic secret that lies at its centre. Use your understanding of Junon’s trauma to change how she navitages the day, unlocking new dialogue options and healing broken relationships. When you’re at rock bottom, there’s nowhere to go but up. Help Junon find peace with herself and discover the humor, beauty and hope that lie even on life’s bleakest days.

Game highlights
Rating momentum

Aww Great!: 8.8/10 across 282 ratings. Word of mouth is strong — if you like the genre, go for it.

Play style

Leans into Visual Novel, Adventure, Puzzle, with a main story around 4.5h. Check if that style and time commitment fit you.

Reviews

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Rock, Paper, ShotgunKatharine Castle · 14 Mar, 2023

An affecting and powerful visual novel, The Wreck takes a long hard look at grief, guilt and family relationships to deliver a cathartic gut punch to the senses.

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VGChartzLee Mehr · 14 Apr, 2023
6.5/10

While The Wreck's mature script will earn some ardent fans, I wish it left more of a dent with me.

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LadiesGamers.comYair Familier · 4 Apr, 2023
10/10

The Wreck is a captivating game that is unique in its own genre. It made visual novels much more accessible for everyone, including myself. It brought a fantastic way into the light to explore and hunt for secrets inside their brilliant frameworks. The mechanics and artwork were spot on; other than that, the narrative is simply genius. The main factor was definitely the story of the worst day of Junon and all that surrounds and affects it. The way we slowly understand the complexity and sorrowful traumas, together with the overflowing emotions of Junon, is quite profound, not to forget the fascinating way it is presented in the game. I recommend this game not only for fans of the genre but for everyone to give it a go and discover something distinctive and significant.

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Jump Dash RollJessica Eudy · 27 Mar, 2023
7/10

The Wreck is an ambitious game with a twisting web of narrative that, despite a few frustrating gameplay moments, admittedly brought me close to tears by the end. Regardless of any technical issues, a good story about mothers, daughters, and the wrecks our relationships leave behind is always one worth experiencing.

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GameLusterInanna Carter · 26 Mar, 2023
7/10

The Wreck will make you think, connect with your own emotions, and then think again. Imperfections aside, this is a ride I believe everyone should experience.

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TechRaptorSamiee Tee · 23 Mar, 2023
8/10

A powerful narrative journey that utilizes a time loop mechanic for commentary on the cycles we find ourselves in and utilizes its gameplay to play perfectly alongside the story beats.

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Thumb Culture22 Mar, 2023
10/10

Its approach and delivery of its storytelling feel fresh and unique. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is one of my all time favourite movies and this is the video game equivalent of that Charlie Kaufman masterpiece.

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XboxEraHarm0nica · 22 Mar, 2023
8/10

One of the most deeply emotional gaming experiences out there and boasts an art style that works perfectly for a visual novel. As well as serving up a unique game mechanic this is an inexpensive title that could easily go unnoticed in this world of AAA behemoths, but hopefully, it will get the attention that it rightly deserves.

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WellPlayedJames Wood · 15 Mar, 2023
8.5/10

A smart, compelling, and deeply warm examination of memory and identity, The Wreck gives players the tools to turn tragedy into catharsis.

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Nindie SpotlightJustin Nation · 14 Mar, 2023
8.2/10

Working through trauma both past and present, this is an emotional journey with unexpected twists and turns

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