The Waiting Room

The Waiting Room

Released Sep 2026

An emotional short story visual novel about a man who has a conversation with his childhood self, reflecting on both the struggles and successes of his life.

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Details

Publisher
InkLight Interactive
Achievements
1
Platform
Windows, Linux
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player

About this game

If you could have a conversation with yourself as a child, what would you say?

"The Waiting Room" is a short story visual novel about a man, only known as the "Adult", who has a conversation with his childhood self, who in turn is only known as the "Child". The Adult describes to the Child the many struggles and successes life will bring. He looks back with deep emotion on factors that were both in and out of his control, and how these events shaped him into the person he became.

This is an emotional story exploring a range of themes and feelings such as:

  • Happiness

  • Love

  • Sorrow

  • Anger

  • Loss

  • Regret

  • Acceptance

  • Laughter

Game Features

  • 3D Renders

  • 3D Animation

  • Music Soundtrack

  • Sound Effects

Game Length

Please take into consideration that this is a short story and will take an average of 20 to 30 minutes to complete, depending on the players reading speed.

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