Irrational
An emotional story portraying the struggles of anxiety—the paralyzing thoughts and irrational fears. Join Lucy on her journey to find solace, alongside her supportive yet puzzled roommate. A heartfelt narrative delving into the complexities of anxiety and the challenges of empathy.
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July 7, 2023
3 years and 26 days ago
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Irrational is a grounded story told through the mind of Lucy, in a captivating visual novel that delves into the struggles of living with generalized anxiety. Traversing the labyrinth of one's own thoughts, and trying to find a way to live with such a scary mental disorder.
In this narrative, players step into the shoes of Lucy, a young woman plagued by paralyzing thoughts and irrational fears that hinder her daily life.
As players navigate Lucy's mind, they will witness the relentless struggle to maintain a sense of normalcy while battling anxiety's grip. Each step Lucy takes is fraught with uncertainty, as she fears triggering a debilitating panic attack that could further damage her fragile mental well-being.
Throughout her journey, Lucy finds solace in the presence of her supportive yet puzzled roommate. Together, they attempt to unravel the complexities of anxiety and navigate the delicate balance between offering understanding and assistance. The narrative highlights the struggles that comes with empathy and explores the challenges faced by both those with anxiety and their loved ones trying to help.
In this narrative, players step into the shoes of Lucy, a young woman plagued by paralyzing thoughts and irrational fears that hinder her daily life.
As players navigate Lucy's mind, they will witness the relentless struggle to maintain a sense of normalcy while battling anxiety's grip. Each step Lucy takes is fraught with uncertainty, as she fears triggering a debilitating panic attack that could further damage her fragile mental well-being.
Throughout her journey, Lucy finds solace in the presence of her supportive yet puzzled roommate. Together, they attempt to unravel the complexities of anxiety and navigate the delicate balance between offering understanding and assistance. The narrative highlights the struggles that comes with empathy and explores the challenges faced by both those with anxiety and their loved ones trying to help.
