„The hardest thing is to be heard.” On Steam, you can grab a free game that aims to reach millions with an important message

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Updated (12:30 pm PT)

The game was originally planned to launch for free on November 20th, but the developers have unexpectedly made it available early! You can download it now until November 21st at noon Pacific Time.

Original news

Hey everyone, it’s Children’s Day, which is awesome! To celebrate, the team behind this really powerful indie game called Wednesdays – it’s a narrative adventure that deals with some tough stuff like child sexual abuse – is doing something amazing. For just one day, November 20th, they’re making the game completely free to download on both Steam and Itch.io! Normally it costs around ten bucks, so it’s a great chance to check it out and support a really important cause.

The developers want as many people as possible to hear about their game, and it’s already off to a great start. ‘Wednesdays’ has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 98% positive reviews on Steam and an average score of 89/100 from critics on Metacritic.

What’s truly significant is the overwhelming response from players who’ve personally experienced violence. Many shared that the game helped them process their own stories, find the strength to speak out, and feel a sense of hope. Importantly, the developers also shared that several people on the team, including writer Pierre Corbinais, have also faced similar tragedies.

Although Wednesdays has received positive attention and is making a difference, it has only sold 2,000 copies. To reach a wider audience and help people learn about child abuse, the game is being offered for free, removing any cost barriers. The team behind the game is also encouraging players to spread the word about the campaign.

What is Wednesdays?

Wednesdays is a game that blends the storytelling of visual novels with gameplay reminiscent of ’90s classics. It follows Tim, a man grappling with the trauma of childhood sexual abuse. As he revisits Orco Park, a game he loved as a child, buried memories surface, forcing him to confront the details of the abuse: how it happened, who was aware, and how it continues to impact his life today.

The narrative unfolds like a mosaic, revealing Tim’s story through different viewpoints. Players discover memories in a non-linear fashion, gradually assembling the pieces of his past.

Dual gameplay and two styles

The game features two distinct visual styles. The story sections are presented like a comic book, while the levels set in Orco Park use pixel art. This contrast is intentional, allowing players to experience both nostalgic feelings and stronger emotions as they progress. These two styles work well together, creating a unified and emotionally impactful experience.

The game is available for everyone

I’m really excited about Wednesdays because it’s made for everyone. The cool thing is, I can totally customize how I play – I can tweak the text size, slow down the story, and even adjust the controls to fit my style. And the best part? It’s not about being super fast or skilled – it’s just about enjoying the experience at my own pace.

The game’s creators want players to know it isn’t about shocking content. It’s a story centered on feelings, connections between characters, and how people recover and grow.

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2025-11-20 15:03