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Eliza

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4.3/5

( 27 Reviews )

4.3

27 Reviews

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Eliza
Description
Eliza is a visual novel about an AI counseling program, the people who develop it, and the people who use it. Follow Evelyn Ishino-Aubrey as she reconnects with people from her past, gets to know the people of Seattle who use Eliza for counseling, and decides the course of her future. After abando...
Genre:
Adventure - Visual Novel - Sci-fi
Tags:
Adventure, Story Rich, Atmospheric, Sci-fi, Science, show 8 more... Female Protagonist, Casual, Great Soundtrack, Choices Matter, Visual Novel, Emotional, Dystopian, Psychological
Critics reviews
86 %
Recommend
USgamer
4/5 stars
GamingTrend
95/100
RPG Fan
76%
User reviews

4.3/5

( 27 Reviews )

4.3

27 Reviews

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Product details
2019, Zachtronics, ...
System requirements
Windows 7 / 8 / 10, 2.0 GHz, 4 GB RAM, 1366 x 768, Version 11, 1 GB available space, Requires a 64-b...
Time to beat
5.5 hMain
6.5 h Main + Sides
7.5 h Completionist
6 h All Styles

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Description
Eliza is a visual novel about an AI counseling program, the people who develop it, and the people who use it. Follow Evelyn Ishino-Aubrey as she reconnects with people from her past, gets to know the people of Seattle who use Eliza for counseling, and decides the course of her future.

After abandoning her high-powered tech career and a mysterious three-year absence, Evelyn Ishino-Aubrey resurfaces working as a proxy for a virtual counseling app called Eliza. Her job consists solely of reading a script provided to her in real-time by an AI, leaving her no autonomy over what she says. Is Eliza a technological marvel that brings therapy to those who otherwise couldn’t access it? Or is it an ineffective replacement and another vector for technology companies to gain control over our lives and humanity?

As she reconnects with people from her past and gets to know the ordinary people of Seattle who use Eliza for counseling, Evelyn finds herself caught in the middle between differing sides of the argument— and as she begins to question everything about her past life and future purpose in the world, it becomes clear she must confront the turmoil and darkness inside.

  • A thought-provoking story told in the form of a visual novel from an award-winning indie team.
  • Follow Evelyn’s journey through a present-day Seattle brought to life with beautiful hand-painted art.
  • Get to know Eliza’s clients and the employees of Skandha, the technology giant behind it, with over a dozen fully-voiced characters and powerful performances from a highly regarded cast.
  • An evocative, ambient original score by the composer for Infinifactory, SHENZHEN I/O, Opus Magnum, and EXAPUNKS.
  • Is AI-driven counseling better than nothing? Is it worse than nothing? What responsibilities come with technical skills? Consider your own answers to these questions and more.
  • Counseling sessions getting a little too real? Relax with Kabufuda Solitaire, a new take on solitaire using Japanese kabufuda cards.
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Why buy on GOG.COM?
DRM FREE. No activation or online connection required to play.
Safety and satisfaction. Stellar support 24/7 and full refunds up to 30 days.
Time to beat
5.5 hMain
6.5 h Main + Sides
7.5 h Completionist
6 h All Styles

Game length provided by HowLongToBeat

Game details
Genre:
Adventure - Visual Novel - Sci-fi
Tags:
Adventure, Story Rich, Atmospheric, Sci-fi, Science, show 8 more... Female Protagonist, Casual, Great Soundtrack, Choices Matter, Visual Novel, Emotional, Dystopian, Psychological
Works on:
Windows (7, 8, 10, 11), Linux (Ubuntu 16.04, Ubuntu 18.04), Mac OS X (10.11+)
Release date:
{{'2019-08-12T00:00:00+03:00' | date: 'longDate' : ' +0300 ' }}
Company:
Zachtronics / Zachtronics
Size:
974 MB
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Critics reviews
83
Top Critic Average
86 %
Critics Recommend
OpenCritic Rating
USgamerby Caty McCarthy
4/5 stars
Zachtronics make a detour from its puzzle game destiny with the visual novel Eliza. It's slick in its design, though shy on the big choices you might expect from most visual novels. Still, packed with a stellar solitaire minigame, impressive voice acting, and one of the most prescient narratives I've seen in games, if you're a fan at all of interactive stories that'll have you gripped from start to finish, Eliza is it.
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GamingTrendby Bryan Lawver
95/100
Eliza is a poignant, well-presented tale about how even technology created to help people can be harmful when it replaces human connection. Rather than demonizing technology, though, Eliza is a paean to compassion, communication, and all the varied ways people can lift each other up.
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RPG Fanby Bob Richardson
76%
Better options exist, but few have tackled such a fascinating premise and philosophical queries.
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Posted on: December 14, 2024

codewriterdavis

Verified owner

Games: 627 Reviews: 6

Well made visual novel w/ game elements

The bad: The game is too short -- it doesn't need filler, instead it could use another chapter or two, perhaps focusing on supporting characters. The story doesn't branch enough (i.e. doesn't have enough game elements). This is probably just a reflection of the developer(s) not having enough time and money to build out more gaming features. The good: I played this more than a year ago and I still remember it with a sort of fond sadness. Very well delivered story that cleverly references ELIZA, one of the very first chatbots developed at MIT back in the late 1960's. If you are into philosophy, psychology, or any field that tries to understand what makes humans tick, this little game is definitely worth your time. It's certainly not Disco Elysium, but it fits pretty nicely into that same headspace -- exploring a sort of cold loneliness that, nonetheless, contains threads of optimism and mystery. We really could benefit from more games like this one!

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Posted on: July 7, 2025

davidoskky

Verified owner

Games: 24 Reviews: 1

It made me think about myself

I loved this game—it made me think deeply. It tackles complex themes, painting society through the lens of different lives and perspectives. While the counseling sessions are a key element, the real strength lies in Evelyn’s story and the world around her. The narrative is immersive and prompts tough moral reflections. Though the game doesn’t have any real choices, it constantly asks: what would you do? It’s fascinating how differently it might resonate with players, given the breadth of topics it explores. You're forced to reflect: how should I go about this thing which may be dangerous - should I go along and try to improve it, ignore it or sabotage it? Personally, it hit close to home. I work in AI research, with plans to launch a startup backed by major investors. Yet, I’ve often wondered if I should leave it all behind for something simpler. The game forced me to confront these dilemmas: Is my work ethical? Do I truly understand its implications? Should I pursue innovation despite the risks, or step away entirely? The storytelling is masterful. The story of Evelyn is conveyed before you are given any choice. It’s like an interactive film—yet unlike most films, it pulls you into the narrative in a uniquely engaging way.

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Posted on: October 20, 2025

rahamasa

Verified owner

Games: 578 Reviews: 3

Good story!

In GPT times it's cool to read someting like this!

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Posted on: October 21, 2025

OTPaC241

Verified owner

Games: 659 Reviews: 4

Suprisingly boring VN

Seems like I'm the odd on out, but I'm amazed how well received this game is. To me it feels like it is technically well done - for what little complexity there is - but the story really is nothing to write home about and the dialog is such a drag. And then the things you do: - read corporate e-mail - listen to people tell about their lives/worries and give them nothing but generic replies - make corporate business small talk - ... It's almost like work, just more boring. Some other reviewers said the game is philosophical, I fail to see in what way. It's full of obvious common place observations.

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Posted on: January 29, 2023

Shyko02

Games: 26 Reviews: 2

Give us some goodies pls

The art style and music helps elevate the sense of loneliness these game has and Evelyn is literally me fr Would love an ost, artbook and wallpaper pack

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