Our Life 2: Family Bios
Added 2023-05-22 18:00:01 +0000 UTCAlong with the snazzy new bios for the two leads, we also got these neat graphics for the parents/grandparents of the main crew! They give some extra hints into what comes up later in the story.
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I love the different dynamics each family has. Huge kudos to the MC's mom for deciding to have a child all on her own and be a complete champ raising them. Considering what Qiu will be going through as they explore their gender identity, I can't wait to see how the Lins will be involved because they seem like such sweet and supportive parents. And oop, the hint of angst with Tamarack's story when it comes to HER parents. I wonder what secrets will be revealed...
Alyn Revilo
2023-06-09 22:58:26 +0000 UTCHonestly as a adult I can understand if Opal had to move for whatever reason but as you said some kids have a different way to see things, my kid self wasn't ungrateful (luckily) but I didn't bother to hide when something was something I hated either and as a childish kid I did hate my mom because I was mad at her, for example I was completely fine with just having my mom, grandma and grandpa of taking care of me and my brother, I didn't want anyone else in the family but she started to like a guy she met and I wasn't happy about it even if I didn't say anything against it I didn't say anything about being fine with it either, as a kid the idea disgusted me because I didn't need anyone as a father figure (because as a kid my issue wasn't my mom dating someone, it was the fact that he had to be part of the family and I didn't want that), I have to say that as a kid I was really more like Cove with almost everything just even more antisocial than him XD but aside from following my in real life situation/behavior I also want to see how it will be starting with not getting along with mom while still loving her as a kid, then fully "hate" her around adult age and then have a proper discussion about things and fix the relationship. One of the things that will help with me getting along with my in game mom will definetely be the room, my eventually growing and understanding, the fact that there's Qiu and Tamarack plus other kids to befriend and overall a really nice place to live in (which really makes me feel like I am back to my childhood when I walked to school or came back) even if I'm really antisocial XD So even if a bit salty I will eventually be happy there and my behavior too will change with my mom (I know I would be like this) Anyway, all the cozy vibes and school setting and more humble life feels more relatable compared to the summer setting of OL1 or slightly wealthy family even if it makes sense since OL1 MC was adopted by a kinda wealthy family, so that wouldn't apply to my real life either way because I was adopted. I too can't wait for all the other moments and actually having more interactions with other kids even if they will have to strike conversation first XD As a kid I pretty much refused to speak to anyone and I straight up looked like a kid you would see in a horror movie or game, I didn't move, talk or anything and I always looked outside the window all day (turns out it was because of ADHD lol) so I'm glad that there's that option as well but I had some friends who still spoke to me even if I didn't talk a lot and invited me to their house. Anyway, I too can't wait for all the moments in the game, I'm so excited!
Cheese-And-Rice, Mooney
2023-05-25 17:40:31 +0000 UTCAs long as GB doesn't hate us for long posts, no need to apologize to me! ;) 'Family' was one of my fav moments in OL1, btw *feeeeeelz~* This is interesting since my MC isn't bothered by moving/sees it as a new adventure: I haven't seen this side of Opal, but it's very valid (as many joke) to be the 'Cove' this round and be surly about relocating. Opal/the circumstance is very familiar to me (i.e. raised by a single mother/moving around), so there's a lot of empathy there; additionally: Children's worlds are narrow. There's very little understanding of financial and just - Life realities - esp with only one provider. MC lived in apartments before this and never had a house before - Opal looks to be trying to give stability between bought house and new job. (We don't know if Opal wanted to move or HAD to or felt Obligated to - and won't that be fun to discover later~?) And even with understanding MC, it's very clear Opal's still... Conflicted. About the whole thing. Putting on a brave face. 100% agree on loving realism and being able to CHOOSE how your MC feels, and that's what's so awesome about OL - your MC will grow and start to understand Opal in different ways. They may never forgive her; or they may be able to look back and make peace with it. (and let us never forget if we had not moved, we wouldn't have met Tamarack or Qiu 👀) But I'm sure we'll get plenty of 'fam talks' given how present it was in OL1. ❤️ But yes - Same! Super can't wait for all the interactions we'll be able to have in game: With the adults in MC's life, but also (YAY) with school elements/interaction with kids their age as well. There's gonna be soo maany social factors and I am HERE. FOR. IT.
leogrl19
2023-05-25 17:03:45 +0000 UTC(Sorry if too long) As far as first impression I love Opal and I can tell that she's trying her best however her attempt of trying doesn't really make me happy, not because I hate her obviously. I don't know how to explain it but she tries so hard to try and help (if you are annoyed by moving away) which makes me even more bothered because it's kinda like she doesn't understand even if she try to. I suspect the game will have a moment where you discuss stuff with your family (like the moment where you speak to your parents in OL1 about your biological parents and how you were adopted) so I am pretty sure that in OL2 there will be moments to properly talk with your mom in the future and I can't wait to do it. I know it would be simply better to keep it already as a nice and good relationship with your mom in OL2 but I prefer more to make it how I feel is more relatable for me, for now I was presented with having to move away. My past and current self wouldn't go against it but it would definetely strain the relationship (which is exactly what happened when we moved away, obviously I didn't hate my mom and I'm not saying I was salty about it for forever but I surely wasn't happy for a while) and I only felt comfortable in my room. With Opal I won't be mad forever obviously but I can't deny I feel bothered however it's not bad, I love how I get to feel the frustation because it feels more relatable and realistic. Ren mom is funny and I appreciate here attempt of trying but once again just like with Opal the attempt of trying and be nice just because of pity (as personal impression since the game is based on that, be it a misunderstanding or what is really happening the details for certain stuff are up to the player) kinda bothered me, however Qiu mom genuinely felt like she wasn't looking at you as if you were pitiful which is why I immediately liked her. Qiu father and Tamarack Opa are nice but didn't really strike me as actually caring, not saying that they don't care but their reaction when seeing the MC is a bit more neutral/without any particular emotions and it's just them being polite (again just personal view/feelings) even if surely they will get a bit more emotive with time once we get to know each other better. As for Tamarack Omi I definetely believe he's going to be someone I'll get along and actually really caring in the future, even if it's partially also because I kinda associate him to my grandpa that's why he kinda stuck to me more than Opa (also if I swapped the two I'm sorry, I forgot which one is which) because just like my grandpa Tamarack Omi is a bit antisocial and still insist on working, which is exactly how my grandpa was when he was still alive so I got more attached to him because of that aside from being relatable. Also how could I forget Mr. Yusof?! (Sorry if wrong again XD) He's definetely going to be the dad or adult friend/almost father figure I hang out with for sure when I want to be on my own and want to talk with people that aren't my friends or family, I feel like he's going to be one of my friends despite the age different even if it doesn't happen in the game XD Anyway, I can't wait for any future interaction and moments with them as well, it will be amazing for sure.
Cheese-And-Rice, Mooney
2023-05-25 02:53:10 +0000 UTCI think what also made it so emotional was only your mom did that for MC, thus far (kneel chat); def says a lot about Opal and Yi as characters/mothers. I got a sort of - nervous energy with Yi; like she wanted to make the best impression, but could too easily get in her own head. So relied on mask of 'decorum'. Was so Pleasantly surprised how much I loved ALL the main 'rents - probably Hong was lowest on my list, just because he didn't leave a strong impression - but I certainly don't hate him. I can already picture mini-'scenes' with them: MC and Dorothea shopping for antiques; Ernst and MC reading the paper in his office; Yi and MC (possibly) baking or gardening? (I got that vibe) Can't waaaaait~
leogrl19
2023-05-25 02:34:30 +0000 UTCYeah that moment! It was so adorable and she's so sweet already, also it feels really relatable for some reasons XD She felt like she was kinda shy but you could easily tell that she love kids, I already know I will 100% stick to her like glue as a kid if there's the option when maybe I hang out with their family or something XD She definetely make me feel comfortable for some reasons and I feel like I will be definetely seeing her as a kind of mom for a long time because of the story I have in mind. Either way, she's great and I absolutely adore her already. Tamarack grandparents too are great but I definetely feel like I will get along with her grandpa more XD We could 100% sit together in a room without talking and that would be a bonding experience in my opinion because I'm pretty much like him XD
Cheese-And-Rice, Mooney
2023-05-24 20:53:13 +0000 UTCTHIS. Re: Mrs. Lin - when she kneeled down and spoke/treated MC like an adult?? AAAAH 🥹 I too got 'intimidating/stiff' feel - which loosened with her cute/clumsy with hubby - but she is Officially 'MOM THREE'. (Or 'Mom 2' and Dorothea is 'Grandmom 1' - I don't know the logistics lol)
leogrl19
2023-05-24 20:31:03 +0000 UTCI love the possible Angst/kinda sad part at the end and it makes me even more curious. This game already starts with the chance of having more angsty and customized choices which is something I really enjoy, it also feels kinda realistic in that aspect. As I mentioned before I don't remember where OL1 definetely helped a lot in shaping OL2 from what I noticed so I really suspect this game will be just as amazing. That aside I absolutely love Mr. and Mrs. Lin, I can clearly see where Qiu took both his charming attitude and his caring/sweet one, his mom looked like someone I would be scared as a kid because she looks really serious/strict when not smiling but she's actually so sweet, I was about to cry for how sweet she was when introducing herself I don't know why, it definetely kinda made me feel like a child again for some reasons but not in a bad way. I guess this game really feels like it's going to be really nostalgic, more than I expected anyway.
Cheese-And-Rice, Mooney
2023-05-24 16:32:42 +0000 UTCI forgot to mention this after playing the Prologue/Demo but Mr and Mrs. Lin are absolutely adorable together. The little moment they had together made my day 🥺💕
Junexzee
2023-05-24 14:53:51 +0000 UTCYeah, that's something I can't argue with. On a personal level I can't dislike them either, even if in this case my MC will have issues with his!
Konoi Kurozora
2023-05-23 23:55:57 +0000 UTCNumber 3 for me, I was surprised to see her exactly as I customized her but it's like "oh hey it's my mom"
Theo (icon by Xianiyi on Twitter)
2023-05-23 23:06:18 +0000 UTCIf Tamarack leaves me I'm gonna riot
Theo (icon by Xianiyi on Twitter)
2023-05-23 23:01:47 +0000 UTCBoth great theories!! Would love to see a hybrid happen: you kinda get a bit of foreshadow with Ernst + decaying infrastructure/architecture, so it would be interesting to see: 'small town struggling to fully revamp/big time developers come with the tempting $$'. And that becomes a very real issue between longtime residents and new - specifically with things like gentrification/keeping the spirit of the place 'alive'.
leogrl19
2023-05-23 15:32:11 +0000 UTCI don't think you should feel guilty! I roll quite a few characters who have - oof - relationships with their parent(s) - since that too can be rare/games can 'force' the 'perfect family'. And that's just not the case for so many of us. Absolutely create the MC and experience you think will give the best result for you! The awesome thing is that mom/MC relationship could change - your MC may be able to understand your mom more once they're older (or not! lol) That's the fun~ I more so meant: *astonished face*, shooketh I can't dislike OL moms. It's the very fact they're so real, they make mistakes, do their best, love FIERCELY - and Apologize when they fall short, that gets me every time. 🥹
leogrl19
2023-05-23 15:18:49 +0000 UTCIt's funny that you say that since I will probably have the complicated/angst relationship with mom in this specific game with what I'm planning for my MC. Do I feel guilty about that? Yes. Am I planning on changing the my plans for my MC? No - it'll be very interesting!
Konoi Kurozora
2023-05-23 14:52:56 +0000 UTCNumber 3's hairstyle with number 6's skintone for me! My MC looks NOTHING like her and I love that this is noticed in-game! Makes for one of the best Tamarack interactions so far!
Konoi Kurozora
2023-05-23 14:50:29 +0000 UTCAm I gonna play the demo again today just to get that special feeling? …..Maybe.
ItaLii
2023-05-23 09:12:57 +0000 UTCThank you both for mentioning that!
GB Patch
2023-05-23 03:55:52 +0000 UTCI got the impression that it's actually the opposite problem. The town is old and dying. There's NO development happening anymore and it's a struggle just to keep the crumbling infrastructure afloat. Also the forest around the cul-de-sac is an important location so it is for sure never getting clear cut. The forest is to OL2 what the beach was to OL1.
Marshie
2023-05-23 03:43:10 +0000 UTCThese bios look great and I'm still loving the scrapbooking style to them. Really love getting a bit more infor about these pairs of loving couples. Can't wait to find out more about them. <3
Jay
2023-05-23 02:49:17 +0000 UTCF in chat for us all, I don’t think my heart can take Tamarack or Qiu crying but we gotta be strong for them! Also, I wonder how much we’d be able to help with the adults, if at all. We are just kids after all. Maybe just being there for Tamarack and Qiu would be enough… Regardless, the bios look so good!
Flightwings
2023-05-22 23:59:58 +0000 UTCI feel so bad for Opal since my MC will start to resent her in step 2 and I don't know if that will ever change after that. I know it's the right direction to take my MC to make the story interesting for me, but it makes me sad all the same.
Konoi Kurozora
2023-05-22 22:46:51 +0000 UTCI've a sneaky feeling that in the four years between Stage 1 and Stage 2, the dreaded Urban Sprawl's going to happen. I've lived in a small town and had seen multiple suburbs pop up over the years. Across the road from where I lived, the school and surrounding schoolyard that took up most of the block was replaced by duplexes. That's probably why Tamarack had a major change in Stage 2. Mr. Baumann probably helped with the development of the woodland behind (and around the three houses of Tamarack, Qiu and Frankie). Which would have upset Tamarack.
Psykes
2023-05-22 22:07:12 +0000 UTCI just love "he's more scared of you than you are of him." Like, bro, I live on this kind of characterization.
Echo
2023-05-22 21:54:12 +0000 UTCI am already so invested in this! 🤩😍🤩
Anna Bia
2023-05-22 20:50:08 +0000 UTCPOSSIBLE DRAMA??? IM INVESTED
meeso
2023-05-22 20:19:13 +0000 UTCInterested in what the hints will show to be in the future !
Flux
2023-05-22 20:11:06 +0000 UTCEh I’m just going to grab Tamarack and she can live in our house. Can’t lose Tamarack now!
Jose Velazquez
2023-05-22 19:37:27 +0000 UTCWoooo. The hints, the implications of drama!
Catails Rose
2023-05-22 19:10:39 +0000 UTC"The only doubt is how long it will last" ??? I am scared
Michol
2023-05-22 18:46:32 +0000 UTCThe designs of the bios look excellent, they fit the charming fall vibe quite nicely 🧡🍁🍄
Joonie
2023-05-22 18:22:14 +0000 UTCNumber 4 for me (different hair, tho not mad)! haha But I do love seeing all the possibilities in a row - she's great in every shade~
leogrl19
2023-05-22 18:21:38 +0000 UTCYASSSS, QUEEN MOTHER!!! 👑 *snaps to Infinity* Opal has my Entire heart. I am WEAK to single mothers who don't need no man~ GB continues to give all the mothers I CANNOT hate. Other games? Complicated/angst-ridden. GB Patch: Do not pass Go - Love your mom(s). Reallly loved every main parent in this one so happy they're getting bios too - I wasn't expecting this VILLAGE raising my baby MC. Even with just prologue, I have moments with all of them that make me smile and I know they'll be family. (Also: Ernst and my quiet MC will have the most Amazing silent conversations if it KILLS meh) - BUT ALSO, EXCUSE YOU FOR THAT OMINOUS WITH OMI + OPA?!?!
leogrl19
2023-05-22 18:15:09 +0000 UTCthere's also a mistake in qiu's parents' bio. should be 'grow' instead of 'grown'
sharon
2023-05-22 18:11:14 +0000 UTCthe end of those bios oh no i don't know if i can handle more angst after baxter's dlc
sharon
2023-05-22 18:09:27 +0000 UTCSo excited to learn more about the parents!! Also, absolutely no hate but I think we might be missing an "s" in the phrase "physical aspects" of Opal's bio haha
canoncorgi
2023-05-22 18:09:22 +0000 UTCI'm so excited!!
Lady moonrain
2023-05-22 18:08:56 +0000 UTCInteresting enough I bet that everyone reading sees the one they see as their mom in OL2. Mine has been the fifth opal up there with same hairstyle. Love it all so much GB
Jose Velazquez
2023-05-22 18:08:40 +0000 UTCToo cute I love the entire vibe of this game 🥰🥰🥰
LeahLee
2023-05-22 18:06:08 +0000 UTCyaaaay! i love these bios! i'm excited to see more about them and the game 🥹🫶🏻
Lívia
2023-05-22 18:05:45 +0000 UTC
