Because You Are Alive

Because You Are Alive is a compact, text-focused visual novel that places players in an intimate, character-driven story about Celestine, a woman forced onto an oil rig who must confront isolation, guilt, and the knowledge that her actions may be harming the world. Created for the Toxic Yuri VN Jam 2, the game delivers roughly 40,000 words of narrative (about three to four hours of reading) and prioritizes atmosphere and emotional depth over traditional mechanics; readers looking for a literary, heavy-hitting visual novel will find a provocative, introspective experience.

Key Features

⭐ Because You Are Alive offers a ~40,000-word narrative focusing on mood and character, roughly 3–4 hours of reading.

⭐ A compact visual novel setting that traps protagonist Celestine on an oil rig and examines interpersonal and existential tensions.

⭐ Strong emphasis on atmosphere and writing; the experience centers on story and emotional beats rather than gameplay mechanics.

⭐ Created for the Toxic Yuri VN Jam 2, delivering an intimate, indie voice and focused storytelling.

Advantages

✅ Deep, literary writing that tackles heavy themes and emotional conflict.

✅ Manageable playtime for a single-session reading experience.

✅ Now available on Android as of July 15, 2026, with content identical to the computer release.

✅ Indie production gives the game a personal tone and unique perspective.

Disadvantages

❎ Contains intense and potentially triggering themes, including suicidal ideation and environmental destruction.

❎ Limited interactivity and a primarily linear, text-driven structure may not appeal to players seeking branching gameplay.

❎ Android build was added by the creator with limited testing; players may encounter technical issues and are encouraged to report bugs.

Development Team

Because You Are Alive was written for the Toxic Yuri VN Jam 2 by an independent creator focused on character-driven storytelling and emotional atmosphere.

Version Information

Android support was added on July 15, 2026; the author notes the content is unchanged from the computer version and requested feedback if any issues arise.