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The Falling Star

About this game

The Falling Star is a short, atmospheric first-person narrative adventure set in a fragmented dreamscape. You play as a young girl, journeying through a surreal memory world shaped by grief, love, and unanswered questions. After your mother’s passing, you follow her final wish—to uncover the truth behind your missing Aunt Jiang, and in doing so, begin to understand the family stories left unspoken.

A Short, Emotional Journey

Designed to be completed in around 20–30 minutes, The Falling Star offers a focused, emotionally resonant experience. Perfect for players who enjoy introspective storytelling and atmospheric exploration.

Explore a Dreamlike World

Wander through beautifully crafted environments that blur the line between memory and imagination. From quiet bedrooms to abandoned factories and the remains of a once-bustling town, each area reflects pieces of the past waiting to be pieced together.

Solve Environmental Puzzles

Uncover clues hidden in the world—handwritten notes, old objects, and family relics. Light puzzle-solving is used to guide your journey and encourage thoughtful exploration.

A Story Told Through Objects

Instead of lengthy cutscenes, the narrative unfolds through environmental storytelling. Examine everyday items and listen to the protagonist’s inner thoughts as she reflects on her family’s history.

A Meditative Soundscape

Accompanied by original gentle music and ambient sound design, the experience invites players to slow down, feel, and remember.

If you appreciate narrative-driven games like What Remains of Edith Finch, Gone Home, or To the Moon, The Falling Star offers a similarly heartfelt tale in a compact and accessible format.

No combat. No time limits. Just you, your memories, and the stars.

Chase the star, while you still can.

Achievements

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Busy Morning

Busy Morning

13.2%

Beneath the hum of life, something still lingers.

Once Upon A Time...

Once Upon A Time...

15.1%

A quiet treasure tucked behind the cabin, waiting to be remembered.

A Family Story

A Family Story

17.0%

Some questions find answers. Some, only echoes.

Perfectly Ordinary

Perfectly Ordinary

18.8%

Sometimes, the mundane hides nothing. And that's okay.

Ready Meal

Ready Meal

21.0%

Not everything warm comes from the heart.

The Falling Star

The Falling Star is a first-person exploration and narrative-driven walking simulator. Following the mother's last wish, the girl embarks on a journey in a dream to uncover the story of her missing aunt’s past.

Developer

Yeariver

Publisher

Yeariver

Release Date

30 May, 2025

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