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START AGAIN: a prologue

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2021

Should you play it?

timeloop depression station ✦ In Stars and Time's prototype-thingy-thing

What works

  • Strong emotional and narrative impact
  • Engaging characters and writing
  • Unique time loop gameplay mechanics
  • Appealing art style and music
  • Multiple endings and replay value

Things to keep in mind

  • Short length for full price
  • Limited enemy variety and repetitive combat
  • Some narrative elements may spoil sequel
  • Lack of quality of life features
  • Can be emotionally intense and heavy

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Ikenfell

  • Get In The Car, Loser!

  • The NOexistenceN of Morphean Paradox : The Forest of Silver Shallots

  • Pray Game

  • Battle Suit Aces

  • DRAPLINE

More value-seeking

Games that feels like START AGAIN: a prologue but with a stronger sense of value for your time

  • In Stars And Time

  • Bad Bitch Blasters

  • Grimm's Hollow

  • HorrorVale

  • DELTARUNE

  • Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass

Less fellowship-oriented

Games that feels like START AGAIN: a prologue but with less of a community feel

  • 异化之恶〇Abnormal Treatment

  • Cureocity

  • The Coffin of Andy and Leyley

  • Noel the Mortal Fate Complete Edition

  • Hello Charlotte EP2: Requiem Aeternam Deo

  • Demons Roots

Less leadership-focused

Games that feels like START AGAIN: a prologue but with less leadership over others

  • OMORI

  • Hiveswap Friendsim

  • Purrfect Apawcalypse: Purrgatory Furever

  • HIVESWAP: ACT 2

  • Purrfect Apawcalypse: Love at Furst Bite

  • Amelie falls over and over again ~ An endless week in Magic Academy

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Swipe to compare nearby games with START AGAIN: a prologue. These titles are not in What to play next.

START AGAIN: a prologue: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Fellowship, Leadership.

Last update: 21/08/2026