Left on Read

Choice-driven platformer about texting a crush during quarantine

Weston Bell-Geddes · Published by Spookulele Games · Released May 19, 2020

Adventure Casual Free To Play Indie RPG Simulation

Reviews: Mostly Positive; 79% of 5,239
Recent reviews: Mixed; 41% of 12 in 30 days
Playing now: 0; right now
Steam Deck: Unsupported
Last update: 5 years ago; Nov 30, 2020

What is Left on Read?

In this narrative platformer, you play a college freshman texting a crush during quarantine. You jump across message blocks and choose replies to keep the conversation going.

For you if...

+you enjoy awkward romance told through text messages
+you prefer a short story with simple platforming

Not for you if...

−you want brisk conversations without long pauses
−you want platforming to be the main challenge

What players say

79% of 5,239 reviews are positive · 41% of 12 in the last 30 days

Players praise the recognizable awkwardness of texting a crush and the simple platforming. Common complaints include slow dialogue, long waits in realistic mode, and unconvincing chemistry between the characters. Several players also report being unable to unlock an achievement.