Engaging Narrative in Three Fourths Home: Extended Edition
Three Fourths Home: Extended Edition is a visual short story game available on Xbox One that immerses players in the life of Kelly, a young woman navigating a stormy drive through rural Nebraska. The game focuses on her conversation with family members while she attempts to reach home amidst an approaching storm. Players engage in dialogue with her mother, father, and brother, exploring themes of disability, adulthood, and familial obligation through a rich narrative.
The gameplay emphasizes dialogue choices, offering nearly 800 unique options that influence the story's progression. As players manage the conversation, they must also keep Kelly driving; stopping the car slows down the narrative, highlighting the urgency of her journey home. This intertwining of dialogue and driving mechanics creates a unique storytelling experience that invites players to reflect on personal relationships and the complexities of family dynamics.
