Often, when people picture , they may be thinking of the cheerful Disney characters they can interact with, the creative decorating and clothing they can play with, or even the common quests of gathering resources or cooking in the restaurant. Crying over emotionally charged conversations with NPCs isn't usually the first thing to come to mind in this colorful and cozy gaming experience, yet it happens. Sometimes, it may even be exactly what players need, even in the most unexpected of times.
Reddit user EvilShe recently posted about just such an unexpected dialogue with the Fairy Godmother that managed to touch their heart in a moment that could be one of the best hidden features of the game.
After Fairy Godmother asks if something is troubling the player, EvilShe chose one of the answer choices that stated «I need a hug» and was met with an incredibly sweet answer in return. Fairy Godmother replies, «Oh, my dear! That wish I can grant! Know that you are valued and loved, and that I will always care about you!»
This simple statement from a virtual character can be extremely meaningful for someone who needs it, and perhaps is a good reminder to everyone to show a little more love for others as well. Players can get very attached to NPCs in games like or other cozy games. Although they are not real, they can feel real in ways that can be hard to express, and gestures of kindness and love from Fairy Godmother or others can be extremely healing.
This emotional connection is emphasized by commenters such as Jealous_Homework_555, who pointed out how they wish that players could hug the characters in the game. The positive connections formed in video games like this one, where mental health is openly mentioned, would benefit greatly from allowing players to have that little extra sense of love, even though it isn't real.
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