Sofia’s dad is missing, and a scary stranger in the house won’t let her leave. This harrowing scene, which opens and Roger, ultimately leads to a moving story about the endurance of love. Follow young Sofia into adulthood as she meets and marries Roger—guiding her everyday actions through artful mini-games while experiencing life through her eyes.

What we love: The heartbreaking moment when everything clicks. Simple tasks—like tapping buttons to wash your hands, or using sliders to set the table—may feel oddly vexing. Then the truth is revealed, and it makes a sorrowful kind of sense.

Quick tip: Replaying the game gives a heart-rending new perspective on the story, especially the first two chapters. It’s well worth a second playthrough.

Meet the creator: TearyHand Studio was founded in 2023 by a Japanese solo developer known simply as yona. Nominated for a BAFTA Award, and Roger also won top indie game honors at the 2026 Taipei Game Show.