Straight!?

I  have NEVER had a book hangover so much. There are few books where I relate to the characters so well.  I finished it 3 days ago and I still think about the character arcs. I relate so much to Zack and I'm going through his rollercoaster of emotions through his story - omg I was crying more than I'd like to admit.  I'm really toying with downloading the v0.21 to finish the story or ride the hangover a bit longer in anticipation for the next update.  

You have an amazing gift for storytelling. Thank you for sharing it with us. I can't wait to see what journey you take us on next. 

i created an account just to comment this. 

i am not the type of guy who likes reading visual novels, it just feels cheesy to me. i had this idea that they are just smuts you could read fast thanks to the support of the visuals. i have no idea why i even clicked on this, just a random urge after seeing the cover and the title, expecting nothing but a shallow story which directly leads into meaningless NSFW scenes after a few scenes. 

"+hey i am X. i am new to the school.

-hey, i am Y, do you like nasty gay p***?

+sure!"

that was when i found myself 6 hours deep into the story, fully invested in it. mind you it has been years since i have read anything at all.

it is just such a well written story that takes it time and does not rush. it reflects on real life struggles well. the thoughts of Zack were extremely touching to read and relatable. being from a homophobic country and family, I saw myself in Zack, and even more interestingly, found myself craving for such an innocent but also an intense experience. i must say i spend a few days being sad over this craving. who envies pixels and words right? well, the way you used those did that to me. 

it has been two weeks and i still think about this story, but i feel happy that i randomly clicked on this. i think it changed something in my brain chemistry. i find myself enjoying small moments of my life rather than speedrunning it. i enjoy small steps in all my relationships and approaching better to disagreements, knowing the other person might have a different perspective of the story. never have i thought a daily ":)" session would lead me to such a touching piece of art. 

This is not just a game or a simple NSFW graphic novel. What starts as an interactive story where you click through events quickly turns into a deep, emotional experience that stays with you. This isnt some shallow game meant just to turn you on--it's a story that gets inside your head and evokes feelings you may never have experienced before.

When i first searched for a gay/bi NSFW game, I never expected to stumble upon something this unique. What started as a simple curiosity turned into an emotional journey that had me for hooked for days. This game makes you feel everything--excitement, desire, deep sadness, even tears. It forces you to think about your choices, about yourself, and maybe even about your entire life.

I played both the original version and the revamped edition. Each is unique in its own way. The first release is raw, giving you a direct look into the mind of the writer and his characters, who undergo immense growht in just a few months. The revamped version takes everything to another level. Even if you already played the first game, this new edition will hit you all over again--with even deeper emotions and more refined storytelling. You can truly see how much the writer has evolved, both in his writing style and in his reflection on life itself.

When i talked about this game with friends, i discovered something incredible. A bi friend of mine came out because of this novel. He first told me about 2 years ago, and it was this story that helped him understand and accept himself. When he heard about the revamped version, he was thrilled, but he no longer felt the need to be part of the community--because thanks to this novel, he had already found himself.

And that's the true power of this game: it doesn't just change your perspective--it might just change you life.

As the story wil yell you;  Nothing lasts forever.

Big thanks to the creator of this story and I wish lots of love and encouragement for finishing the Revamp.

personally i love both version, i dont know why when i first read this i got pretty emotional, jpb well done mate.

SPOILERS******* Hi! I really really enjoyed this. I downloaded the revamp and played through it in 24 hours or so. Writing is great, characters are relatable. I love both MC's. I do not know, because I am ignorant, but is the "ending" where it says "to be continued" a definite ending or is there more to come? Pardon my dumb question, I just do not know if I downloaded the correct version.

Loved it. Thanks for sharing this story with us. It'll probably be a long time before I come back to it to replay, but I do still look forward to the finished revamped version. Still feels like there's a lot to go, not because you haven't made progress, but because the last remaining chapter(s) is pretty big. Though I am curious what you'll wind up changing as you refine the script for the revamp.

I love how it unfolds so slowly and carefully. Any other VN like this would be way shorter and feel rushed, but for the most part, at least with the revamp, everything felt paced really well. Anyway, again, thanks for the great story. Ciao.

I started this VN wit the revamp, but the current ending got mee squirrmmiinng. I couldn't help myself and finished the rough draft. Now I am crying, for the ending or because I can never experience this masterpiece for the first time again? Well... yes

Brilliant writing and brilliant storytelling. I am not into VN's but this might be the sole exception (and any of your future works [this is a plea attempt]).

A great game until the end, among other VNs I've played, this one has been more exciting, intriguing and charming, in this last update I was like a little girl screaming seeing her biggest shipp kissing, it was interesting to say the least, I look forward to the future that you will bring to this beautiful story of Zack, hugs and take care

I have a hard time believing there was "no previous storytelling experience" here. Granted, I’m only reading the Revamp for now, but let me say a few things.

I have a serious love-hate relationship with coming-of-age stories. As a gay man, that relationship is even more intense when the coming-of-age revolves around one's sexual orientation. As for NSFW games, I usually just straight-up dislike them—at best, they make me cringe.

I stumbled upon Straight!? completely by chance, and I’ll admit, my initial interest was just barely enough to make me download and launch it. It took me less than five minutes to decide I wanted to spend the next five hours playing (which, as a busy adult juggling two jobs, meant waking up with some serious dark circles the next morning—but also the satisfaction of an incredibly enjoyable read).

I’m an author. I’ve published a few novels, worked as a game writer, and now I write interactive fiction. I’ve never made a visual novel, so I can’t speak professionally on that aspect. But honestly, I found the visual side secondary to your writing. It’s engaging, irreverent, sometimes all over the place—but in the best way possible. It captures overthinking brilliantly and does an even better job portraying what it feels like to talk more to yourself than to the rest of the world. On top of that, it does so with excellent vocabulary, deliberate word choices, rhetorical flourishes, and digressions that may not always be essential but add so much flavor.

Which brings me back to my initial comment. I came here specifically to find a way to reach out and congratulate you (then I realized there’s a comment section—ironic, considering I’ve posted here myself… very Zack of me). I ended up rereading the intro and literally blurted out a very loud WHAT?! upon seeing that you had "no previous storytelling experience." Now, of course, that means I’ll have to check out the "original rough draft"—and if I don’t see a clear improvement, I’ll have no choice but to seethe with envy.

Jokes aside, my compliments are 100% genuine. You’ve got a gem on your hands. I really hope to see this on Steam someday—it would be an instant, proud purchase for me. And please don’t stop here—if this is what you can do with zero prior experience, I cannot wait to see what you’ll create after Straight!?.

Wishing you all the best.

I really like this updates ending. Unlike some of the other update endings where I went "NNNNNNNNNNNOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!". That's because I played the original version from start to finish so I knew what was coming lol. But this updates ending was a really nice one and I wish all of them would be like that (I know wishful thinking lol).  well keep up the great work and I look forward to the next update as well as any other projects you might do in the future  :)

Do you ever think you'll add this to steam once the revamp is done?

i love love love the game, just did a third maybe 4th play through, are you at all planning a second game for after they graduate maybe? totally fine if not 

I just finished the rough draft and this story caught me off guard. I never expected to cry playing a NSFW game! 

Zack and Braden's story is truly special. I can't wait to start playing through the revamp and see all the enhancements to the visuals and the story itself!

I can't describe how much I love this story. I'm a student living on scholarship. I really want to support you but I can't right now. But I will support you as soon as I can. It's the least I can do for the good feeling I get from this game. Thank you so much for releasing it for free. I love you so much

Hiya, I'm sorry if I sound mean, please correct me if I do, but will there be a new release to the public anytime soon?

i started this game wanting some steamy gay smut but i came across a masterpiece. i hope the creator will see this comment as a motivation to keep going. this shi really got me in my feels i love the characters so much 🥹❤️‼️‼️

I completed this game in like October, but I just wanted to come back and say this game is so mfing good 😭

btw your discord server invite is invalid, is it possible to update it so i can join in :)

i love the big story, couple of times i was near crying to full on balling down, the love story between Zack and Braden was cute and it shows many challenging things they faced and try to fix any issues involving with themselves and their friends. keep working hard Aaryn i cant wait for the next update to come out

its been a long time...when will update?

oh my God... this game is seriously a slap in the face in both wishes and reality. I have played multiple games on this format, yet, this one has been severely my fav so far. This game makes you transport literally to feel what Zach is feeling and how raw it is on how he describe his feeling on the process of self acceptance. All that I would like is for either a sequel or at least some side characters stories, especially Braden's P.O.V. and how it lead to that conclusion in the end. I know I'm way out of line asking for these things but truly, this game is really top notch  and will let you desire for more. <3 loved every minute of it. Lot's of thanks for this game. 

I'm dying for this game. thanks for making my world beautiful.

Hi Aaryn, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for Straight!? because, for me, it was much more than just a graphic novel. Zack and Braden’s story deeply resonated with me—not just because of the beauty of their connection, but also because of how you portrayed ambiguity, insecurities, and the complexity of emotions.Their journey felt authentic, sincere, almost dangerously real. Reading it led me to a deep introspection, making me reflect on expectations, on signals we perceive or misinterpret, and on what it truly means to want someone who isn’t ready to give you a clear answer.The ending left me hanging, but perhaps that’s its strength—life doesn’t always offer clear resolutions. And yet, I couldn’t help but wonder if Zack should have applied a kind of “strategic evaporation” (as I’ve started calling it in my post-reading reflections) to protect himself from being trapped in limbo.If you ever consider a sequel, I would absolutely love to see it. Especially to explore Braden’s side of the story—how things might have evolved if the final chapter hadn’t included the author’s intervention and had instead left Zack alone at the station, with no message to guide him. Would there still be a way for a reconnection? Could their story continue from that moment?Honestly, all the characters you created are so well-drawn that they would each deserve their own spin-off. There’s so much potential in this world you’ve built, and I’d love to see where you could take it next.

Thanks again for sharing this story.

Best,

ubez

I'm somewhat struggling with words here, but my god this story?! I downloaded yesterday and have done nothing but play through, have just finished and i'm in tears. This is NOT what I expected, I just wanted some cute gay smut not to be emotionally ripped apart and put back together. 

Soo many themes in this relate to my own experiences, and to have them presented in such a well thought out, beautiful way is beyond anything I could have imagined. This was very therapeutic, story telling at its finest. This is what Art is about. Aaryn you are a genius, thank you for this.

I know you're busy with the revamp and I just want to say I am so thankful and also proud of this work. It helped me discover things about myself that I never knew. But, IFF it is in your best interest, a part 2 sequel to this game would be amazing!!! I am obsessed with everything about this game and can not think of anything that can come close. Relationships are actually built, it doesn't feel like some rushed through dating sim, it is SO immersive. Thank you for all that you do .

hey aryn when you’re done with the revamp of straight with they a sequel to the game I really hope there will be. I love this game so much. And will we finally see Zack and Brayden have sex lol in the revamp please I’m begging you 🤣🤣🤣 

One of the best visual novels you will ever play! It has a story that will tug at your heart strings. 

ahh... Zack is so fucking hot.. <3 why is he so handsome?

This game is truly amazing. I loved it. I played the Revamp version, reached the "To be continued", and, of course, I couldn’t wait. I’m already in the process of downloading the full story version. But I didn’t want to miss the chance to share a few words and express how much this game, specifically chapters 5, 6, and 7, impacted me. 
I found it profoundly moving. Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started playing, as I had read some comments before downloading it, but it far exceeded my expectations. From what I understand, the Revamp version includes improvements that go beyond graphics. While I can’t compare those changes since I didn’t experience the original story, I can absolutely speak to the version I played. Without beating around the bush, what I experienced was incredibly original especially in how the characters were developed. The work that went into the story and dialogue is simply incredible. My heartfelt congratulations to everyone who contributed, even in the smallest way, to making this game a reality. I’m truly grateful because this game, especially chapter 6, has earned its place on my list of games that made me reflect and cry.

It’s a unique experience, one I hadn’t felt with many other games. Without the intention of making direct comparisons, but rather to recommend this game to other players, I’d say: If you felt something special while playing games like Life is Strange (any of them), Outer Wilds, Red Dead Redemption, A Plague Tale, or The Walking Dead, and you’re chasing that feeling or looking to experience it again, I strongly recommend giving this game a try.

Even though it’s free, it almost doesn’t feel fair to experience something so deeply moving without paying for it. So, if you have the chance, I strongly encourage you to support the creator by paying for the game.

Thanks again. 💕

C’est un jeu magnifique.

J’ai d’abord commencé avec le remake, puis ais joué à la version 0.21.

L’histoire est magnifique. Les personnages ont une profondeur que peu de jeux peuvent avoir. Le personnage principal est en remise en question constante, ce qui lui donne un côté humain qui permet de s’identifier à lui. L’histoire est bien ficelée, et on en redemande.

Le côté NSFW quand à lui est bien dosé. Ce n’est pas NSFW juste pour l’être. Non. On assiste vraiment à l’évolution des personnages, à la découverte de tous les sujets pouvant passer dans leurs têtes à ce moment là. 

On assiste là à l’histoire d’adolescents qui se découvrent ensemble, et c’est ce qui rend ce jeu magnifique.

Vivement la suite du remake

I loved this game.

 I downloaded this game for some quick fap material but was immediately enthralled by the story, I won't lie there's a part in the game where I was on the brink of tears which is something I never expected from a game with smut. 

I highly recommend this game to anyone looking for the perfect mix of smut and story-building 

looking forward to playing again once the revamped version is complete as well as any future content you guys create. I see a great future for all of you if this is what you can create with a limited budget I can only imagine what you'll achieve with the right kind of support.

- Sargon 

Hi, I really like your work, do you already have a date for when an update will be released?

Is the game complete for Android? like, the revamped version? I don't mind paying, I just want to know if it's out there.

I don't know if you're into this, but is there any possibility of adding daddies you can romance, maybe some teachers?

I can wait to finally play the whole game revamped. I played the legacy version up until the form fire chapter but stopped when I learned about the revamped.

finally it updated

One of the best Adult games i have played. Great graphics even in the Rough Draft and the story literally had me feeling the emotions as well! i laughed, got shocked, angry, cried, got turned on and so on. Definitely an amazing piece of work!

I thimnk amazing persson. xd