this game helped soothe and relax me during an absolutely horrible and scarring breakup, so I will forever love its beautiful world, delightful characters and dreamlike atmosphere. for a few weeks I was embroiled in pretty traumatic arguments and manipulation, and being able to play this before bed really helped me relax, and reminded me what home was supposed to feel like. bc there's something in this game that harkens back to novels from childhood, or hot cocoa, or the music my grandparents would put on. and I really needed that kind of care during that horrible month. So I'm forever grateful to the Curious Village. Love you Layton.