Insomnia's Window
A downloadable game for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Story Description:
You're an overworked receptionist that's been having a tough time at work. As a result, your sleeping habits have suffered a bit and you're unable to do much sleeping at all. Who better to escort you to dreamland than your boyfriend? <3
Features:
- Nameable Female Protagonist
- An Older Boyfriend
- 3600 Words
- Pixel Art
- 2 Different Choices/Routes (1 Unlockable Choice/Route)
- Afterstory (1330 Words + Art)
- 8 Different Character Sprites
- Soft Music
Special Thanks:
Big shoutout to my friends Alou, Dark, Fleeting_Fantasy, SpudMuffin and Zhiro for beta testing and giving me feedback on the game! I appreciate you guys very much, and I couldn't have done this without your support!
Extras:
- Try entering your boyfriend's name in as your own! (Small easter egg)
- Remember to play through the game a third time for the extra choice/route!
- NOTICE: The Afterstory gets a little suggestive toward the end, after the timeskip (17+), so please be mindful of that!
P.S. If you plan to upload to YouTube or stream it on Twitch, don't worry! The music I used has no copyright on it so you're good to go!
Valentine's Day Card from Lucas to you, dear Player!
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Development log
- Lucas Early SpriteSep 04, 2023
Comments
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This was such a sweet little game! ^^ The MC is so relatable (down to the appalling sleep schedule lol), except for the boyfriend part... can I have a Lucas too? maybe having a sweetheart like him would help with my insomnia too T^T hehe anyway, the art, colours and music used are all so pleasant and calming - this has definitely become a comfort game that I'll replay whenever I need a soft warm hug! <3
爱来自中国！原谅我英语不好，我只能用翻译来留言。这款游戏真的很好，已经推荐给我的朋友。当我选择让他给我讲这个故事时，我在想这只小鸭子会不会是卢卡斯。当我走到尽头，看到卢卡斯的个人资料，发现他的爱好是烘焙时，我感到有些难过，但幸运的是，小鸭子有自己的选择！而且卢卡斯的MBTI和我一样！INFJ吸引INFJ！非常感谢您带来如此出色的游戏，祝您每天都快乐！我很期待你未来的工作！
谢谢您留言，我很感激！我也是用翻译来写的，所以我希望它是准确的！不管怎样，你认为小鸭子是卢卡斯是正确的。那个故事是关于他的过去的！哇，你和卢卡斯非常相似！！ 😌就我个人而言，我是一个ISFP！
再次感谢您过来玩我的游戏💞希望您将来也能喜欢我的游戏！
me encantó el juego pero sobre todo me enamoré de Lucas tanto como para escribir mi primer comentario en itch.io lol
(Estoy usando un traductor para escribir esto, así que espero que sea exacto)
De todos modos, ¡¡me hace feliz que tu primer comentario sea sobre uno de mis juegos!! Y me alegra mucho que te guste Lucas 😌 ¡¡De nuevo, gracias por jugar!!
I thought watching the whole story would tell me what the duckling were missing, but Lucas just left me with a cliffhanger .SO SAD(just kidding). He is so cute......
In order to recommend the game to my friends who are not good at English, I made a simple Chinese patch for them. I hope more people will like this story! Thank you for such a lovely story and Lucas!
My English is also not very good, there may be grammatical errors in the comments, please forgive me QAQ
Lucas was in a bit of a playful mood and decided to leave you on a cliffhanger 😌 My apologies, dear friend! But I’m glad you liked the game regardless!!
Also, I’m super curious about this Chinese patch! Is there anyway you could also send it to me so I can add in the option to the game? I’ve been looking into adding extra language options to my games, actually!
Your English is perfect, btw, don’t worry!! Thank you so much for leaving a comment and taking the time to tell me how much you enjoyed my game! It really means a lot 💞💖
Sorry to keep you waiting! Since the web disk I use in China is not commonly used in other countries, I have researched how to send the file to you. I finally signed up for a Dropbox account and uploaded the files, I wonder if this is convenient for you? If not, I'll try something else. Here is the link
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/n9ggfx07721fwanw24dmd/Chinese-patch-pack-Insomnia...
No worries! I haven’t been able to check it out, but I do have a Dropbox so I’m sure it’ll work out! If I have any other questions, I’ll just post ’em here and delete later owo Thank you so much!!
I LOVED THIS SO MUCH IM GONNA TURN HIM INTO MY STICKER AND PUT HIM EVERYWHERE😭😭😭😭😭
THAT WOULD BE SO CUTE?? IF YOU DO, PLEASE TAKE PICTURES 🥺🥺🙏
For god's sake please make this work on android. I accidentally broke my mac and now I'm crying wanting to play this game, It looks so cool and calm, I would pay with my soul to be able to play it ;((
this was such a cute game and I LOVE the pixel art style!!!!!!! I definitely relate to MC having a hard time asking for help and worrying about being a burden :,) was not expecting to be called out like that lmao but that just meant Lucas' comfort was even more meaningful <3
I would absolutely love to see more in the series as you mentioned in your after credits note!
I’m glad you like the art, friend!! 😌💞 Also glad that MC was relatable LOL (sorry for the call-out ehe 😂)
The second game in the Insomnia Series is in development right now, actually! There’s a lot of things I need to tweak and finish, but I’d love to finish it sometime this year!
oooh yes I can't wait 👀
I love this! I'm an insomniac myself so this is really comforting. I can see myself going back to this game and the pixel art is gorgeous.
I’m happy to hear that this game was able to comfort you! And don’t worry, Lucas will be waiting patiently if you do decide to come back! 🥺 💙
Super comforting! Exactly what I needed at the moment. The music choices especially just fit the vibes, but the funniest little tidbit is you accommodating him while texting. Actually made me soft for the man. Thank you for creating this!!!
So glad to hear that, seriously!! I’m glad I was able to provide you with what you needed, my friend ^^ I know I wrote it and all, but the texting part gave me a little giggle fit too omg. Accommodating the elderly is important, after all 😌 (I’m bullying Luc, sorry adnhjf) But yeah! Thank you for playing and enjoying Lucas!! <3
LUCAS SO SWEET T_T<3
God, I loved this game so much T^T
The fact that it did made me sleepyyy
I'd be more than pleased to play much more scenarios!!
...I don't know what to say...THIS IS ADORABLE! SO CUTE! and yeah it made me sleepy so...perfect. Especially the background music <33
Thank you, friend!! 🥺 If it made you sleepy, then the game accomplished its goal LOL. I’m happy to hear that!
such a cute game!! luc is soo handsome i love him (AND THE AFTERSTORY?!?!? ASDFGHJK) def looking forward to your other games <3
I really enjoyed this waaa... it's so relaxing (though the after story part got me blushing and kicking my feet....). In terms of the art and UI, it's very cute, I like it. The writing takes the cake, I loved it so much :3!!!!
If the game was able to relax you then that’s an added bonus ^^ (in addition to the after story flustering you 👀)
It makes me really happy to see my players enjoying the things I put effort into, so I really appreciate your comment!! Thank you so much! 💙💙
This was such a lovely story !! Lucas is a wonderful character, and the relationship between him and MC felt so natural. The overall vibes were so cozy, and I even feel a bit sleepy myself after playing the game :D The after story was a perfect treat ehe
Thank you for the game!!
Hehe, you have no idea how happy it makes me to read this, my friend 🥰🥰 I’m glad you enjoyed Lucas and the game was cozy! (Especially if it made you a little sleepy 😊)
You’re very welcome! Thank you for playing, again!
aaaa this was such a joy to read through. it was so simple and sweet, i truly needed it <3 also i would love the different scenarios idea with lucas!! he's so sweet he deserves it. thank u for this game!
Lucas’ purpose has been fulfilled then if he’s met your needs! You’re very welcome, my friend, and thank you for playing, once again!! 🥰💙
This was so good I am in tears, Lucas my beloved <3
I love this game so much! As an insomniac, I would love to have such a sweet boyfriend like Luc :C
It was short BUT, very sweet like Lucas himself. Honestly, the thought of different sweet scenarios that we could have with Lucas is great (I'm already imagining him taking care of us when we're down with a cold)
We'll support you for whatever you've got planned. I really hope that your plans for making this into a series will happen! Thank you so much for this experience, Himebee ^o^
I'm glad you enjoyed my game so much, friend!! (And that you liked Lucas a lot, by extension :3)
Ah but sadly, I didn't plan on making a sequel or anything for Lucas specifically, I wanted it to be an Insomnia Series with a different guy each time ^^ Although... After seeing how much people have enjoyed him, I may consider making a little spinoff for Lucas, if I have the time 🥰
Again, thank you so much for your comment, I really appreciate it!!
This game is a masterpiece. It's kind of ironic how I downloaded it because I couln't sleep because of my insomnia. Yes, it was kinda short but enought for me to enjoy while drinking some warm milk. I cannot lie Lucas made my heart flutter. Anyway this game was awesome and I'm giving it 10/10. I hope it's not your last project because this one was great! Keep up the good work!
I sure hope you were able to get some rest after playing, my friend! I'm also happy to know you enjoyed Lucas a lot 😌 Rest assured that my next project is already in the making and I'd like to have it done by the end of this year! When that time comes, I hope you'll be able to enjoy it ^^ Thank you so much for playing!! 😊
This was a lovely short piece, very relaxing.
omggggg i love him so much, also like- the very end melted my soul and yeah- idk i love his design and personality and everything. i love it all. soundtrack is amazing too!
I'm so glad so many people like his design and whatnot! Thank you for playing, my friend, and thank you so much for the lovely comment!! 🥰🥰
This was so cute, I love how he talked to the fem mc in such a sweet and loving manner, awwwww
I've fallen in love...
I wish I could have my own Lucas lol. This was a wonderful, short little pick-me-up of a game >w< Tbh when I first started playing, I expected a horror game because of the name lol but I was pleasantly surprised. The romance was real between Heroine and Lucas lemme just say. The writing was chef's kiss. If you decide to make this into a series, you've got a loyal follower!!
Omg I never even thought that the title was kinda horror-y, but I can definitely see it now LMAO
Horror/romance is pretty interesting though... 👀 But hey, thank you so much for playing! I hope I can deliver with my next game! (Whenever I get around to it... 😩)
oh my... i just fell in love with this man. wish i could have a Lucas too <3
(the afterstory tho, i died that was veerrrry nice :D
If I could, I'd give all of my players their very own Lucas 🥺 Thank you so much for playing my game!!!
(Hehe, I'm glad you enjoyed it! ;D)
guh.. m-my heart......
this was really sweet, a good read for a tired and melancholy late night. your artwork is incredible, and thank you for making this!
in love with this little game <3
I loved this, first of all, that music is absolutely fantastic. I was looking at "about Lucas" and the music did a thingy which I thought was a secret remix it was very cool.
I wish the game was a bit clearer, I did the story! Oh the story! Hold on, let me talk about that duck. I think the void in the duck's heart might be because he finally accomplished what he had dreamed for so long and he just didn't have any other dreams (i.e he was lacking a purpose). Okay, back to being clear, I finished both of the two options and uninstalled the game, then I came to write a review and saw there was an afterstory, installed the game again. I wish it was more clear that there were more things to be unlocked, you know?
That afterstory image is really cute, I like the scrolling type of reading. He is the man I want to be
withAwww, thank you so much for playing and enjoying my game! I also really appreciate your comment ^^
Okay, to address your issue in regard to things being made clear, I actually listed the afterstory and unlockable option on the game's page and details (mainly because I figured not everyone would replay it a third time)! Also, that's an interesting theory on the duck! I'm always happy to hear the player's thoughts 👀
Lastly, Lucas loves you too! 💖
Help me-- I've fallen down bad for Lucas, it ain't even fair how absolutely wonderful he is and how gorgeous he looks-- Not only that but the man knows how to treat and love you right-- LUCAS MY BELOVED YOU MAY EXIST INSIDE THE SCREEN BUT YOU'LL FOREVER LIVE ON THROUGH MY HEART!!!!
Also, the fact that everything was just slow and calm really was a nice change of pace, especially how comfy everything was and how the dialogue shared between MC and Lucas felt so domestic and cute, despite MC's self-deprecation, really looking forward to more of your visual novels, especially with an MC being pampered hehehe~!
HEHE DON'T WORRY, LUCAS LOVES YOU TOO! 😊
Your comment gives me such valuable feedback that I definitely will take into consideration while I'm making my next game in the Insomnia Series! Thank you so much, my friend, and especially thank you for playing my game!! <3
AAAA LUCAS LOVES ME-- Ehehm ehem sorry for that but knowing that another game is following within the Insomnia Series is gonna give me toothache from the fluff and make my cheeks hurt because I'm so excited for it! Looking forward to see what plot comes up next and what sort of lovely person will be there by your side ehhehehe
WOW. I love this game so much >///<. I'm so happy I stumbled upon it. I enjoyed it. Thank you!
I adore the pixel art and Lucas?... Not gonna lie, I took too many screenshots of him haha. Can't help myself, the art is gorgeous.
And the post message? I was touched by it, that's so sweet :)) You're the real MVP for making this game. I'll definitely play your upcoming games in the future!
p.s. can I ask how Lucas and MC met?
I'm glad you enjoyed the game so much, my friend! And I'm also glad you like Lucas so much, hehe 😊 I appreciate all the feedback and sweet words, seriously!!
Hmmm... Originally, I had planned to leave it up to the players and their own HC's 🤔 But if I had to say, MC and Lucas would have met at a bakery :>
OMG
Lucas is too good to be even in Fictional form T///T and everything here so matches his vibe too, the music, the art, the mood, and the tone.
Now I'm so eagerly looking forward to your future work ( 0w0) best relaxing otome ever!!!
Hehe, I'm glad you like Lucas so much, my friend! 🥰 And thank you for such a nice comment!! I'll do my best to provide in the future as well!
OMGosh this was such a joy to play! Not only am I smitten with Lucus but the art and backgrounds are absolutely gorgeous! I love having an older boyfriend for once (as an old lady myself) This was such a wonderfully cozy experience and beautifully well made! I'll post a link to the video once it's up, I would also like to do a separate reading of the after story IF that's alright with you?
Thank you so much for playing and for your kind words!! 😊 I can't wait to see the video! And a separate reading is perfectly fine by me, my friend!! Again, thank you! ^^
I do plan to make this into a series eventually, so I should thank you in advance! 🥰 I appreciate your comment!
Sobbing because I love this man so much...
I always love older love interests, and I just fell in love with Lucas. He's so sweet and soft, it makes my heart warm
AND THAT AFTERSTORY IS SUCH A TEASE HOT DAMNI'm happy that you enjoyed Lucas so much! That's one of the best compliments a creator could receive honestly! (HEHE, teasing is my specialty 👀)
This satisfied my love for older men, thank you
🤍LOVE THIS GAME🖤
Oh my God, I never thought anyone would upload this to YouTube- 😳 I CAN'T EXPRESS HOW THIS MAKES ME FEEL AAAA, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! 😭😭
It's so good!! Thank you so much for this game and for Lucas
(was definitely just staring and smiling at him while listening to the cute BGM after finishing all endings hahahahsh). Can't wait to see more of your games! ^^Of course! 💞 And thank you for playing and offering feedback, my friend! I can't wait to make my next one, honestly, it's gonna be much longer!