Monologue: Winter melancholy
Release date: Dec 11, 2023
Developers: ProjectKukuevo
Publishers: ProjectKukuevo
Genres: Adventure
Categories: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Family Sharing
Supported languages: English, Russian

Monologue is a visual novel that immerses the reader in a world of internal struggles and hopes, tinged with sadness, but with the possibility of a brighter tomorrow. This story of a sad man celebrating the new year alone serves as a reminder of the importance of caring for each other and spreading kindness around us. Indeed, in the darkness of loneliness, a holiday can become the most difficult test for those who are left without help and support. The plot develops through the hero's inner thoughts, memories of past New Year's evenings with loved ones, and hope for change in the future. The meeting of midnight becomes a point of revision for the protagonist, an opportunity to find meaning in his loneliness and find a path to his own happiness. On the night of December 31 to January 1, the hero of our story finds himself alone in his small apartment. The whole city shines with bright lights, and the streets are filled with laughter and joy of welcoming the new year. However he standing on his balcony, feels only a sad atmosphere around. This visual novel is a short but vivid immersion into the world of loneliness during a festive moment. Completing the game leaves the player with a deep sense of reflection and perhaps a unique insight into their own experiences in similar moments.