Review · Casual · Android · Linux · macOS
Our Life: Beginnings & Always
By the LumiKin editors
Reviewed: 27 May 2026
Android · Linux · macOS · PC
GB Patch Games · 2019
LumiScore
55/100
Good
Growth (BDS)
39
Risk (RIS)
5
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
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Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.40 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.57 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.10 | |
Our Life: Beginnings & Always is a highly engaging visual novel that excels in fostering empathy, emotional regulation, and positive social development through its core mechanic of building a long-term relationship. Players will also benefit from strong reading and language development, critical thinking, and creative expression through character customization and choice-making.
Design risks
| R1 | Dopamine pressure | 0.00 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.08 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.11 | |
Monetization risks are low, primarily consisting of optional paid DLCs that extend gameplay rather than offering manipulative advantages. Social risks are minimal, with no stranger chat or competitive elements, though mild social comparison or identity self-worth considerations might arise from character customization. Content risks are very low, with only mild romantic themes present.
Heads up
- Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.