A first-person emotional family drama seen through the eyes of a woman with Alzheimer's disease. When Annie is forced to move from her long-time home, her children try to cope with reversed caretaking roles. As they clash over how to care for her, Annie's life slowly unravels, and memories of her long-dead brother start bleeding into the present.
As you can see, As Long as You Here is far from being a traditional game, and that's one of its greatest qualities, addressing sensitive topics in a simple and lighthearted way, even with all the sadness surrounding Alzheimer's.
As Long As You’re Here is more of a social and human experience than a traditional video game. It places the player on an emotional journey that portrays the suffering of those living with Alzheimer’s in a sincere yet heartbreaking way. Despite its simple gameplay, the profound story and gentle music create a deeply emotional and reflective experience—one...
A triumph of interactive storytelling. It stands as a sensitive, intelligent, and deeply affecting piece of art that understands the unique power of video games to build empathy. While it is a somber and often difficult journey, it is an exceptionally beautiful and important one.
Some may criticize As Long As You’re Here for its short, sixty-minute runtime, and a few might even consider refunding it on Steam. Yet, those who appreciate it for what it truly is—a poignant interactive experience about the far-reaching impact of Alzheimer’s—should see its value. Play it again, perhaps with family or friends, to foster awareness....
As Long As You’re Here does an excellent job of letting us see and feel what a person who has Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia is feeling. This one really struck home for me, as we are currently experiencing the same with my husband’s mother. When I wasn’t playing the game, it still stayed in my mind. I think it’s outstanding how creator Marlène...
