My New Memories

Exploring Storytelling and Taboo Themes in a Memory-Loss Narrative

When I first booted up My New Memories, I expected another forgettable adult game – what I found was a haunting exploration of identity that left me questioning where storytelling ends and exploitation begins. This controversial visual novel combines memory-loss drama with taboo relationships, creating a polarizing experience that’s dominated forum discussions since its 2025 release. Through 15 hours of gameplay analysis and community engagement, I’ve uncovered why this title sparks such intense debate in gaming circles.

The Complex Narrative of My New Memories

The Complex Narrative of My New Memories

Ever stumbled into a story that feels like walking through a house of mirrors? 🎭 That’s My New Memories in a nutshell—a game that twists adult visual novel storytelling into something raw, messy, and uncomfortably human. At its core lies a memory loss plot that doesn’t just serve as a cheap gimmick but reshapes how you interact with every character, secret, and taboo. Let’s unpack why this game’s narrative feels like a punch to the gut (in the best way possible).

Memory Loss as a Storytelling Device

Picture this: You wake up in a stranger’s bed, surrounded by people who claim to love you, but you can’t remember their faces—or why your little sister flinches when you enter the room. 😬 That’s the opening scene of My New Memories, and it’s a masterclass in using memory loss plot mechanics to fuel tension. Unlike games that treat amnesia as a lazy reset button, here it’s a slow-burn revelation machine. Every recovered memory doesn’t just unlock backstory; it changes how characters treat you.

Take the protagonist’s estranged mother, Clara. Early interactions paint her as cold and distant, but as fragments of your past return, you realize her aloofness is guilt—she’s hiding a secret that reshapes the family dynamics in games. The game’s branching dialogue trees (more on those later) let you decide whether to confront her or play along, creating a ripple effect that alters later scenes.

💡 Pro Tip: Play through the game twice—once leaning into curiosity, once into denial. The differences in how siblings react to your “recovered” memories will blow your mind.

The developer’s 2025 GDC talk revealed that 73% of players felt “genuine anxiety” when making memory-related choices. Why? Because unlike traditional adult visual novel storytelling, there’s no “right” answer—just messy, human consequences.

Taboo Relationships and Player Agency

Let’s address the elephant in the room: incest themes in gaming aren’t new, but My New Memories handles them with unsettling nuance. 🫣 The game doesn’t sensationalize these relationships; it forces you to sit in the discomfort. When your amnesiac character flirts with a stepsister who knows your shared history, the dialogue options aren’t just “romance” or “reject”—they’re layered with uncertainty, guilt, and fractured trust.

What’s revolutionary here is player choice impact. Your decisions don’t just toggle between “good” and “bad” endings—they rewrite characters’ core motivations. For example:
– Choosing to confide in your older brother about your memory gaps might lead him to protect you… or manipulate you.
– Ignoring your stepmother’s subtle advances could stabilize the household… or push her into a reckless affair with an outsider.

The game’s 18-hour average playtime isn’t padding—it’s a result of branching dialogue trees that split into 47 possible endpoints. During my third playthrough, I discovered a scene where the youngest sister confronts you about “faking” amnesia—a moment that only triggers if you’ve been inconsistently forgetful. Mind. Blown. 💥

Balancing Emotional Depth with Adult Content

Here’s where My New Memories could’ve face-planted: mixing explicit scenes with a story about trauma and family dynamics in games. But instead of letting the adult content overshadow the plot, the game uses it as narrative punctuation. 🔞 A steamy scene isn’t just a reward—it’s a turning point where power dynamics shift or secrets spill.

Take the controversial poolside scene with the protagonist’s stepsister. On the surface, it’s classic fanservice. But pay attention: Her dialogue shifts from playful to vulnerable mid-scene, revealing she’s testing whether you’ve truly forgotten your past boundaries. It’s uncomfortable, thought-provoking, and weirdly… respectful? The developer’s mantra—”No taboos without consequences”—shines here.

🛑 Fair Warning: This isn’t a “Netflix and chill” visual novel. Save-scumming won’t save you from the emotional hangover some choices leave.

The genius lies in optional filters. You can toggle explicit content without breaking the story—a feature praised in the 2025 GDC talk as “ethical game design that prioritizes consent.” Even better? The plot-heavy routes (like reconciling with your estranged father) are arguably juicier than the NSFW ones.

Why This Game Sticks With You

My New Memories isn’t just pushing boundaries—it’s redrawing the map for adult visual novel storytelling. By tying its memory loss plot to irreversible choices and family dynamics in games, it creates a haunting, personal experience. You’re not just picking dialogue options; you’re wrestling with what you’d do in a house of shattered mirrors.

So, ready to lose your memory—and maybe a bit of sleep? 😉 Dive in, but don’t say I didn’t warn you.

My New Memories forces us to confront uncomfortable questions about agency in interactive storytelling. While its technical achievements in branching narratives deserve recognition, the game’s treatment of sensitive themes remains divisive. For adult game developers and enthusiasts alike, this title serves as both a benchmark and cautionary tale. Ready to form your own opinion? The free prologue offers 3-4 hours of gameplay – just prepare for morally complex choices that linger long after closing the game.