This game touched my heart in a way no game has ever done before. I cried several times and just finished it to start over again :) I can't wait for your new game "In the ocean I learned to float" to come... Thank you very much.

do i smell GLG? HMMM?

oh dang oracle & bone respond to like every comment... 😳

I discovered this on steam recently and just wanted to say how much I loved it, extremely sweet and romantic and just exactly what I needed. Thank you for making it, I can't wait to see more of your work in the future.

One of my favorite games of all time. Hands down. I purchased this game on here and on Steam. If I love a game enough, I'm totally willing to purchase it more than once.

I can't even begin to express how much I love this game. I have completed it 100% and still think about it daily. I finished it at least 2 months ago.

The art, soundtrack, story, and characters drew me in! I could not fall asleep until 5AM on a work night! It was worth it!

I literally can't wait for more.

Thank you Oracle & Bone for such a wonderful ride. <3

i just finished the game and i'm honestly speechless rn. everything about it is so perfect. the art style, story, and music.... oh god i loved every bit of it.

I loved this game so much! It's so rare for me to find a romance story that feels relatable and "real". Thank you for making this. I'll  be sure to check out your next project whatever it turns out to be! 

It also made me want to watch Honk Kong cinema. Are the movie titles mentioned in the story real movies? And do English subtitles exist for them?

I am deeply touched by this game, i enjoyed every minute of it, the writing, the graphics, the characters, it makes you feel and think that the characters may be out there living their own lives, i can't wait to see what you cook up next time, thank you so much for this work of art and love.

Hi!! I've heard of this game from a friend of mine and I can't wait to be able to play it!! I was wondering if you'd be interested in localizing it to French? If that's something you're considering, I'm looking to expand my translation portfolio so I'd be more than happy to work on translating your game. Let me know if you'd be interested! 

I wanted to preface this by saying that I found this VN gem on a site. I also have ALWAYS been of the mindset that you should support any artist that you enjoy. Which is why I have come here and purchased the game.

This VN is one of the best one's I've had the pleasure of reading through. The artwork, the story, choice of music, and seeing the story from both characters viewpoint was done gorgeously.  I honestly did not want it to end.

While going through the story, I kept getting this feeling and wondering, if this was all coming from personal experience. It was as if the dev was writing from their own diary. It is very touching, heartfelt, and beautiful, even though it hits you in the feels.

There were even a few times where I got annoyed with the MC with her wishy washy decisions, then it all came together. For someone who is straight, such as myself, this really made me think about the difficulty and shame that someone coming out must deal with. And that is saying something for someone who was a teenager during the 80's. *yes, dated myself*

Devs, I don' t know if you read these, but if you do, THANK YOU for a great story and much success in your future endeavors.

I've been thinking about this game for months. The art and the music is sooo so good. It's a simple story, but the representation it provides felt important, as a queer Asian femme myself <3. I have found it very relatable and inspiring in reminding me to be brave and to care about myself. I recently had an experience that put me in Michelle's shoes, but I thought about her journey and I chose courage and such beautiful things happened after that! Thank you so much for making this game!!!

As an asian lesbian, having this kind of representation of cultural nuances around family and queer identity meant everything to me. This is a beautiful game, with vibrant artwork, a catchy soundtrack and  compelling historical setting. I loved this game, and I'm looking forward to seeing future projects!

This game made me cry.  I am in a place and time where I am away from family and those who matter to me.  The main character is also like me shy and rarely people get to see the inner layer as I am sensitive to the abuse in the world.  Truly a game I shall re examine when I am in a place and relationship that I can look to replicate such loving values with sincereity.  One of the most all time moving games that had me balling my eyes out (lot of trauma and stress).  Honestly I cannot forget this game and it has imprinter just how lonely my life is.  I like the game but its also really sad haha

This game is deeply beautiful and thought provoking. Not only lesbian lovers can learn from this game but all lovers at different stages of life should understand there is no specific route or pre-made model for love and for life,  just be yourself, be happy, and support each other to the end of earth

I just finished the game in one sitting and it is amazingly well made! It’s not quiet what I was expecting or hoping for, but I enjoyed it immensely!

Great job in making this!

Hi! I'm so sorry for the trouble, I'm getting issues launching this game on my Mac. Computer says the file is damaged and can't be opened. :(

Nothing short of amazing. I haven't really read/watched much of Hong Kong related media and since playing I feel I need to do so now. Both Michelle and Sam are adorable as well. Thank you for releasing an amazing vn~ <3

I love this so much! the characters, music, art, backgrounds, and the way the story was explored in Hong Kong in 1986 showed how much effort was put into it. I will cherish this game, it's one of the best VNs or rather any type of media in general I've encountered, it's been a long time since I felt so attached (and so fast too!) to a story and its characters who felt real, I enjoyed reading and getting to know them with all the details about their lives and gestures.

I can't wait to unlock all the cutscenes in the gallery (trying to figure out how to unlock the only 2 left), I'm choosing different dialogues to see how interactions pan out and I enjoy seeing the differences.

Looking forward to more of your work Oracle & Bone! :)

Sfw? Just wanna know if i can play it in communal areas or not edit- oh lol just saw the nsfw patch

Bought the game on Steam on release and it kicks ass. Great art, great tunes, great story. Please enjoy.

This game means so much to me - in terms of representation and being seen, not to mention it was just fun to play. Iunno how to say this, but I'm totally amazed how realistic you guys were able to make the scenarios. I've had such similar experiences: I'm half-Hakka descent, used to ride around a scooter w my gf on the back, did the whole star-gazing thing, etc. The only difference I guess, is that my "Michelle" chose the alternate ending where she left me, and I haven't been able to find anyone else since haha. Anyway, your artwork and dialogue and sound design is top notch. Will defo support your next work. Please keep it up! 

This game has touched my heart in a deeper level, as a lesbian woman, i'm so happy and thankful for seeing a game like this. The writing, the art, the music, the characters,  everything is so perfect and well made, thank you so much for making it. I hope you make more games like this <3 i'll buy all of them!!

Oh my... I regret waiting and buying it on a discount, but hope it is better to buy here on itch then on Steam (better revenue share), and ask my partner to buy awesome soundtrack too.

So many outfits.. so many stunning landscapes and backgrounds.
So many things hits home even if I am not from Hong Kong of 80ties, but I am glad it was not too much heavy for me (like... uh.. The Chinese Botanist's Daughters movie) and.. gives me strength.

Great to get to know about some real people and places of Hong Kong, and.. food not just been food. 
I hope to see another insane work of yours.

Thank you Oracle & Bone, greetings from Ontario.~

Thank you Oracle & Bone!

I absolutely loved this game.

The romance between Michelle and Sam felt absolutely real.

While the struggle on their way to a relationship felt sad at times, the ending was very satisfying and hopeful.  A description of the ending I read somewhere that I found very fitting read as follows: "Hope in the face of an uncertain future".

Or to say it in other words: This game made me very happy.

The music and graphics, both in style and quality, also really helped to immerse me in this game.

Hong Kong in the 1980s with its music and cinema scene were a fantastic setting for this game.
The word setting feels a bit like the wrong word here because of the (historical) realities reflected in the game (the handover, the current situation of Hong Kong, the cultural background of the characters, etc.). This context and the execution of said context in the game elevates Hong Kong to be far more then a normal setting.

I will remember the story of Michelle and Sam (and Hong Kong) for a long time.

I'm very excited about the next game from Oracle & Bone. And it doesn't have to be a sequel to A Summer's End. Yes, I'm definitely interested in the future of Michelle and Sam.
But I've learned so much in this game that I'd also like to play a game set in a different place and/or time with different characters.

And now I'll listen to some Cantopop again (ok, ok mainly Anita Mui). Thanks for the Spotify playlists by the way.

P.S. Thanks also for creating a Linux version.

AHHH!!! I'm shook

Im so shocked by the quality of this game-- it was amazing in every aspect. The writing was witty and moving, and so refreshingly natural. I really could imagine real people saying these things, and there were even awkward silences too, which just screamed slice-of-life.

The soundtrack is truly stunning and fits the vibe PERFECTLY. Honestly, I'll probably buy the soundtrack too cuz it's just SO GOOD. I especially loved "Smooth Funk" by Jared Stevenson, which I know is not included in the soundtrack, but I'm so thankful to HK1986 for introducing me to not only this, but other songs too that were mentioned in the story! I had the Deanie Ip song on replay the entire day yesterday LOL. Those 2 songs especially made me wanna fall in love so badlyyyy. The "Smooth Funk" one always makes me feel like I'm chilling in Sam's apartment when I hear that rad bassline. If anyone hasn't yet, check out the Spotify playlists for this game! I think I found Sam's Mixtapes (A and B sides, which is sooo cute and so classic cassette) on O&B's tumblr. UWUUU <3

The art, the colour palette, the entire aesthetic is BREATHTAKING and so, so pleasing.. I kept replaying so I could unlock everything in the gallery, and I also kept taking screenshots of everything lol. SO PRETTY. Also wow. I just wish I lived in the 80s, the outfits and style is just the best.

I also learned so much about Hong Kong during this time period, and I really appreciate the amount of effort y'all put into making this a respectful snapshot of the era, while acknowledging the struggles that are still going on. And thank you for making a game in the first place about asian WLW. I felt so, so, so represented and it hit me all the harder for being able to relate so well T.T

Ugh I can't stop saying good things. This is forever on my favourite game list. I've already recommended it to some friends. Thank you so much for creating this masterpiece, and I can't wait to see more from Oracle & Bone! Y'all are amazing and talented and <3

P.S.  come on, I cant be the only one who felt anxiety every time Sam and Michelle were out and MICHELLE JUST WOULDN'T CALL HER MOM T.T Pleaseee Michelleeeee just let your mom know youre not coming home, I was getting so much secondhand stress eeeek

BUY THIS!!! This is easily the best visual novel I've ever read, and one of the best games in general that I've ever experienced.  -It needs to be made into a movie. The art and visual style is vibrant and gorgeous, the music -outstanding (the credits theme slaps so hard). The setting, dialogue and story felt so real and impactful, you can tell how personally invested the developers were. The setting of Hong Kong in the 80s is so incredibly interesting, and the effort taken to make it feel authentic is unreal.  

If there's any merchandise or any other way of supporting the dev, I absolutely will. This is seriously impressive Bone and Oracle, you've made something really special that millions can enjoy. Can't wait for more. 

P.S. I just got to the end and I am completely blown away with how amazing the experience was.  I'm honestly scared to experience the other endings, Sam and Michelle together forever!

This game was absolutely beautiful in every way, and I'm so glad I bought it. The characters are amazing, and everything was handled wonderfully. I definitely cried at a point (but it was good crying). Thank you guys so much for making such a fantastic game!

As someone who adores vaporwave aesthetics, synthwave music, story-rich visual novels, AND wlw narratives (particularly ones that help add some cultural diversity to their respective mediums), this feels like it was made for me.  Lovely story, characters, music, message, and ART. Oh man, the art... it's like I was completely transported into their world. 

Thank you so much for this. I hope to see more from you/your team in the future!

This looks great, unfortunately encountered a bug. On a fresh download from here on itchio, put the patch in and booted the game and got this error:

I'm sorry, but an uncaught exception occurred.

After initialization, but before game start.
Exception: DirectSoundCreate: Mixing buffer was lost

-- Full Traceback ------------------------------------------------------------

Full traceback:
  File "E:\Games\Video James\a-summers-end-universal\renpy\bootstrap.py", line 316, in bootstrap
    renpy.main.main()
  File "E:\Games\Video James\a-summers-end-universal\renpy\main.py", line 561, in main
    renpy.display.core.Interface()
  File "E:\Games\Video James\a-summers-end-universal\renpy\display\core.py", line 1659, in __init__
    renpy.audio.audio.init()
  File "E:\Games\Video James\a-summers-end-universal\renpy\audio\audio.py", line 860, in init
    renpysound.init(renpy.config.sound_sample_rate, 2, bufsize, False, renpy.config.equal_mono)
  File "renpysound.pyx", line 383, in renpy.audio.renpysound.init
  File "renpysound.pyx", line 98, in renpy.audio.renpysound.check_error
Exception: DirectSoundCreate: Mixing buffer was lost

Windows-7-6.1.7601-SP1
Ren'Py 7.3.4.596
A Summer's End - Hong Kong 1986 1.0
Wed Jun 24 23:21:39 2020