We Are Chicago

Culture Shock Games · Feb 9, 2017

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You are harassed at school, your friends are avoiding you, and you need to make sure your sister is safe from the dangers that surround you. Explore the life of Aaron growing up on Chicago's south side as you find out who to trust and how to stay safe.

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TechRaptor
Samuel Guglielmo · Feb 22, 2017
3.0
We Are Chicago tries to end on a somber tone but also features Aaron walking in slow motion while a rap song plays over an awkward credit sequence. It’s a real shame to see the game’s constant stumbles and failures, with moments like that one completely destroying the story. I do believe that the developer’s hearts were in the right place and that they were trying for something unique.
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Game Rant
John Jacques · Feb 18, 2017
3.0
Some players may find themselves feeling intertwined with Aaron’s life as the game progresses, which makes it such a shame that little graphical bugs and glitches show the lack of polish in We Are Chicago, and long bouts of downright boring content and awkward pacing undermine the themese. We Are Chicago feels most appropriate on a school shelf, but it’s a hard sell for consumers who aren’t being graded on participation.
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Polygon
Allegra Frank · Feb 10, 2017
7.0
For better and worse, We Are Chicago dares to spend as much time on life’s tinier moments as its most dramatic ones. That balance isn't always maintained successfully: Blunt dialogue often undercuts the power of otherwise understated scenes. But the combination of the two still gave me a broader, better perspective of what life is really like on the South Side.
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Destructoid
Peter Glagowski · Feb 09, 2017
3.0
Despite everything I’ve said, I still think We Are Chicago should be given credit for tackling some tough subject matter. It isn’t successful, but hopefully Culture Shock learns from its first attempt and really hones in on the strengths that gaming has to offer. Much like how Depression Quest sought to inform gamers about a topic many never thought about, We Are Chicago is noble in its efforts to educate gamers on poverty and inner-city life.
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GameSpew
Wesley Scott · Feb 09, 2017
6.0
It’s frustrating because many of the characters are brilliantly written (especially Aaron’s little sister, Taylor, who really is a treat) and there’s enough earnest desire to show you the world through a glass darkly that We Are Chicago isn’t without value. If experiencing life through unfamiliar eyes is something that interests you, then you might gain a little perspective here.
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