Melancholy Date

Melancholy Date combines match-3 puzzles with a visual novel about Maxine’s journey through depression and her search for love. You match tokens representing her thoughts and fears to progress through the story, challenge inner demons and regain lost self-confidence.

Maxine’s story

The story explores mental health and romance as you see the world through Maxine’s eyes. Its chapters follow her journey, with puzzle levels woven into the narrative. The game also features visuals and a soundtrack.

Match and uncover

Match gems of the same color to complete levels and reveal more of the story. The game has multiple chapters, each with a few match-3 levels that increase in difficulty, as well as a tutorial level explaining the mechanics. The puzzles are challenging but not hard.

Images and gallery

Completing a level unlocks an image showing a scene from Maxine’s life or dating. You can revisit the images you have unlocked in the gallery.