Why '__and Roger' is a game that will stay with me forever

This Japanese indie game absolutely captivated me. “__and Roger” is one of the most beautiful, emotional stories I’ve ever experienced — and it’s made by the son of a pastor.
If you love powerful narrative games like Florence, you need to play this.
“__and Roger” is the creation of Japanese developer yona, featuring a stunning soundtrack by Yasuhiro Nakashima. It’s a short, emotional journey that has captured the attention of the gaming world — winning multiple awards at Sense of Wonder Night 2025 and being nominated for Emotional Impact and Game of the Year at the Indie Game Awards.
It begins quietly — a young girl wakes up to find her father missing and a strange man in her flat — but what unfolds is a deeply human story of love, loss, and quiet faith.
Yona’s background as the son of a Christian pastor subtly shapes the heart of the game, giving it a moral and emotional depth that’s rare in the indie scene. This isn’t a “Christian game” — it’s a game that speaks to everyone, from any background.
🎮 If you’re looking for a short indie game that will stay with you long after the credits roll, this is it.
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