App Store Editors’ Notes

Taylor's character is very much like us all

For the past two months I have been going through a rough transition in my life. I was trying to get my mind off of things so I began to play Lifeline during downtime. Since I began a few weeks ago I have been focusing on what I have to do with my family, friends, and job - all the while taking a few breaks every other day or so to check in with Taylor, the protagonist of this game. I immediately loved how similar it was like my favorite book series as a kid - the Choose Your Own Adventure series (which this game makes a reference to). It hasn't been easy guiding Taylor through his/her terrifying journey on this mysterious moon rock in space. But Taylor's struggle has been not too much unlike my struggle, so I stuck through it. I failed once and killed Taylor, but I immediately started over and took my guidance of him/her more seriously. Taylor's character is very much like us all. We love Taylor because he/she is that uncertain part in us that asks questions - waiting for a guiding answer from someone/something. What makes it so special is that we - the question askers - end up choosing the answers for our character/ourselves. The looming philosophical dilemma of free will vs. destiny throughout this game is what makes it an instant classic. The time spent on guiding Taylor home will forever be part of the memory of this transitional period in my life. Maybe it will bring something meaningful to yours.

My Lifeline

Im a new student at university & ive been going thru a rough patch. Ive been very suicidal and depressed for so long. I always feel i have no one to go to for anything, and i thought all the bullying & hatred would stop in college, since everyone is supposed to grow up i guess. Nope, thats not the case, im not allowed to be me or like the things i like. ive cried so much where i just want to end my own life, because i have no one to care for mine and vice versa. this game came up in an ad i forget where but it seemed co so i gave it a shot because other than classes & sleeping i had no one to be with or anything else to do. Taylor made me realize that there is someone out there who hopefully connects with me, whether it be on a desolate moon in space or on earth, i hope i find someone to be my friend, or even talk to me at the very least. The fact that this fictional character took my mind off all my hardships and suicidal thoughts really means something to me. I just dont want it to end, i want to help Taylor do everything. Everyone pushes me away in life, even my own family. I feel like my phone is pointless as i talk to nobody and nobody talks to me, but when i see that notification that Taylor is no longer busy, my mood shoots up and i am so happy. thank you for making this game, because it really is my Lifeline.

Cannot recommend this game more

Okay, so I normally don't do reviews, but even though it's been a while I felt like I needed to for this one. I am a big fan of these interactive reading type games, and I downloaded this on a whim when it was the free game of the week (though it's most definitely worth its price). The gameplay is simple and immersive simply because there is nothing to distract you from the story, and I thought that the real-time delays (like when Taylor goes to sleep or is out exploring) made it even more believable. Story-wise, in my opinion, it could not be better. The way that you learn about this strange new planet, through his eyes, finding out information when he does, is what keeps you on the edge of your seat, and I love how the choices you're given can actually change what happens (I've played through multiple times). Taylor's sarcastic jokes also being a little lightheartedness to the whole rather intense story as well. I could not recommend this game more. I'm a frequent player of games like these, and it's not often that I come across one that leads me to care for the character so deeply. I actually found myself worrying about what would happen while waiting. It's a beautiful albeit a little creepy story, and worth every cent you pay.

The Ultimate Choose Your Own Adventure

Probably my favorite app game ever. It's so creative and it's unique format is extremely refreshing. It's funny, heart warming, suspenseful, and eerie all at once. The humor reminds me a lot of the novel The Martian; it's full of sarcastic one liners that make me laugh every time. Plus it's text message style gameplay is increasingly eerie since it blends into the message notifications I get from real people, which gives the game a creepy, suspenseful edge. I read through a lot of the negative reviews posted on here and I couldn't disagree more. The character never once sounded "whiny" to me at all, especially considering his circumstance. Honestly, the character is extremely charming since he uses humor to deal with his stress. The pace is also not a problem for me. The game keeps you thinking about it long after you exit the app. Since the game plays out in real time, I often found myself wondering "I wonder how Taylor is doing" and whenever he messaged me I would exclaim "Taylor's back!" and my boyfriend and I would immediately dive right back into the insanely mysterious, sci-fi world that Lifeline creates. This is a game I'll be talking about for a while. It deserves twice the amount of stars I can give it.

Needs a movie or a Netflix show or maybe even a game

When I saw this free story game I thought this was going be pretty boring despite seeing the great reviews for I’m not much of a reader. So I downloaded it mostly for it was free and I needed something to do when I died in squads on Fortnight or one playing rainbow six to help pass the time. Than I actually grew like it over time. Sometimes I would have to convince myself to read it but when I did read it I slowly started getting more interested in the story to the point I wouldn’t have to force my self no more. It became naturally. It also helps when they threw little jokes at you and give you funny response they let you have the option to say. Helps keep you entertained. My favorite part in all this has to be when he gets in the peak and... well, those who read it knows what happens there. My verdict is for this 5 of 5 for if it can capture a person like me who hates reading and it also add the reader a atmosphere of music go along capture them in moment is perfect in all situations you will encounter. All I hope is that my eyes won’t turn green from after all I read.

Awesome and unique

I’m barely beginning the series in 2021 I’ve always wanted to play this but for some reason waited cuz I never heard anyone else talk about the game I got tired of waiting and 6 years later finally bought it and I’m glad I did I have never been a big fan of choice based games the only choice based games I really liked was Electronic Arts (EA) A Way Out or The Dark pictures anthology Man of Medan published by Bandai namco but this is a really cool game. I love how Taylor who is technically an ai playing a human character feels real. The way y’all made this ai character is unbelievable because it feels real in a way like there really is a scared science student alone In space A Way Out and Man of Medan are coop but For a game that only really includes 2 people Taylor and The Player. One is a video game character that is controlled by the system of the game who is being played by the ai but feels like a person with flesh and blood. I love how this ai goes in depth on the human characteristics including emotions such as, scared, relieved, and smart like an actual student makes this the perfect game.

Amazing game. Play it!

I love this game. Simplest way to put it. It's breath taking and dramatic, scary but sweet, heart stopping but life pumping! Taylor (a lost astronaut) needs help. I will give you this summary to quickly define this games.... I'm going to say awesomeness👍🏻: Meet Taylor, a astronaut stranded on a moonlike planet. He is a terrific science student who's number was pulled at a science fair and he was chosen to go on a spaceship. He was six days from landing when the ship crashed. He does not know how it did, but he at least manages to crawl into an escape shuttle. He crashes yet again in his shuttle and contacts you, the closest earth being to him. You communicate and talk, all the while you making life or death decisions for Taylor. Taylor also has a sort of.... Personality. He is halarious at times, others he is a freak show of frights. He can make your skin prickle or your heart warm. So will you kill Taylor with your decisions? Or will you help him survive..... And possibly get back home?

I can’t recommend this game enough.

Heyo! I don’t know if lifeline is still being made, or if it’s left as only something from our pasts for us to cherish, but regardless - these games (if you could even call them that) are some of the most incredible things I’ve ever seen. And what I mean by what I said earlier, is, as cheesy and sappy as this is gonna sound, they aren’t ‘games,’ they’re more than that - they’re such amazing experiences. From the actual waiting hours if Taylor is doing something that takes hours (which is so cool and immersive), to the sheer emotional tugging they do on you, it really, REALLY, makes you care what happens to this completely fictional astronaut, and my only complaint is that COME ON AGIYGAHAUB I DIED FOR THE FIRST TIME RIIIIIGHT AT THE END OF THE GAME! LIKE THREE CHOICES AWAY! THAT’S NOT A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE GAME THAT’S A COMPLAINT ABOUT MY POOR DECISION MAKING!! Anyways, now that I’ve vented, totally get this game! I can assure you it’s worth way more that the $0.99 that it costs!!

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