Ever pondered what really gets you up and grinding every day? The new indie game "I Have No Change" takes you down the rabbit hole with a day in the life of a young soul hustling at a street kiosk. Peering through a tiny window, exchanging small talk and change with customers, our protagonist’s daily grind sparks a deep, existential muddle—like, what’s this all for? Ever fantasized about this kind of life? Are we truly prepped to shake things up? This game, with its narrative-driven gameplay, dives headfirst into these gnarly questions, challenging us to reflect on our own day-to-days. Thought-provoking, right? This isn't just a game; it's a slice of the grind, served fresh and introspective. So, are we really ready for a change?
"I Have No Change," developed by Studio Rassvet, is a first-person narrative game that's seriously snagging the spotlight. It spins the tale of 27-year-old cashier Matvey who finds himself manning a convenience booth on New Year's Eve. As the night unfolds, he deals with a quirky mix of customers—from old pals to lost travelers. Tucked behind the booth's tiny window, Matvey becomes privy to a parade of personal dramas. The stories oscillate between good and evil, life and death. We dive into the betrayals between Viktor and Marsha, not to mention the ongoing saga of a construction worker's apartment left yet again without hot water. As Matvey rings up purchases and lends an ear, he's hit by a wave of introspection. Confined in this little booth, he ponders his purpose and whether he's truly ready to embrace the winds of change. As engaging as it is existential, "I Have No Change" paints a vivid picture of life's intricate tapestry, one convenience store interaction at a time.
While interfacing with customers, it's not just about pushing products. Players can dive deep into their lives through conversations, uncovering tales of warmth, sorrow, and thoughts that really make you ponder. In their downtime, players can chill in a small pavilion, flipping through a notebook that immerses them in various game genres conjured up by the protagonist's imagination, or even step outside for a smoke. Throughout this journey, players gradually peel back the layers of Matvey’s past, and it's fascinating to see how reality begins to bend under the weight of his fantasies. For instance, the customers in the game start to appear in animated form.
"I Have No Change" is set to drop between 2025 and 2026, making its grand debut on the PC Steam platform. Gear up, because it's also going to hit the Xbox Series X|S and PS5 soon after.
