The Kid At The Back is a unique visual novel that skillfully blends romance, psychological horror, and suspense. You step into the shoes of a student whose life is suddenly upended by a mysterious presence. At the back of the classroom sits a tall boy dressed entirely in black—a figure who remains virtually invisible to everyone else.
You will be thrown into a deadly love triangle with two male leads, Sol and Crowe. The border between romantic romance and deadly danger is razor-thin and the familiar school setting becomes a claustrophobic and unpredictable environment.
The Kid At The Back is a choice-driven narrative game in which your sole tool for survival is the ability to understand the scenario.
At the start of the game, you can enter a name and select pronouns for the protagonist, tailoring the story to your preferred role-playing style.
The best trap in the game is the dialogue system. You will encounter scenarios in which a nice warm answer may mistakenly encourage obsessive attention, and a chilly attitude may exacerbate an already stressful situation. Often silence is a strategy, too.
Don't just skim read the text, but look closely at what Sol and Crowe are hiding with their nuanced replies and vague remarks. The psychological contrast is expertly done, a character can tell a joke and then make a veiled threat.
Utilize the in-game Glossary to track details about characters and events, ensuring you stay on top of the unfolding storylines. The Album stores over 15 high-quality illustrations, including animated scenes you have unlocked.
The story diverges significantly based on how you interact with Sol or Crowe. To fully grasp the big picture, you will need to replay the game and make opposing choices in the same situations to unlock different plotlines and endings.
We hope you enjoy your time with The Kid At The Back!
