Help Will Come Tomorrow

Probably the best quality game I've ever played. Devs of all games are always lazy. They save money and do hack jobs to one degree or another. But here I'm shocked at how believable are conversations and stories of these characters. And what surprisingly rare (not massively well-known) topics they discuss. The shooting of workers at the gold mines. That's Okay, if this game would be created in Russia. But how the hell can the Poles know about this shooting? This is a not mass-well-known story. In general, I am shocked not only by the quality of the game and especially by the quality of the written conversations and personal stories of characters, but I am also shocked that this absolute masterpiece was made by... Poles! The Poles have done something where Russians don't look like parody clowns, but incredibly realistic and believable characters. I take off my hat. This game is the greatest masterpiece.

I love games like this, and it is a good game. Unfortunately, it is too buggy. Sometimes you try to proceed to the next day, but you cannot. Your camp members just sit around the fire with nothing to say, and no option to continue appears. The main quest needed to actually finish the game can be buggy too. If someone dies while holding a particular plot item during exploration, tough luck. You cannot craft the item again, and it just stays out in the wild with no option to pick it up if you go back for it. The game does not tell you that it is basically game over, though, so you keep going and hope for a different outcome. As of now, I have had three runs. The first I lost due to genuine bad play on my part. The second ended because of a bug that simply would not let me continue, and the third was due to a character dying while holding a plot item. For 66% of my runs to fail because of bugs is pretty abysmal. The most frustrating part is that I think there is a genuinely fun game here.

"Help Will Come Tomorrow" is a challenging little game that is actually pretty decent. Developed by a Polish indie studio, it was surprising how well the developers knew and understood Russia's history and mannerisms. Like, you don't get that from history books or movies from that era. You must be in the know. I guessed they had Russians helping or advising them. Pretty well done. This game is very similar to "This War of Mine (2014)" but lacks the action and stealth game aspects but instead goes all-in into resource management. The story is told in a visual novel style. I prefer the 'show don't tell" approach but hey what can you do with an indie title that has to cut corners :/ I also wish there was voice acting, especially Russian with subtitles to further immerse the player! "Black Book" had old Russian language and dialect and it superbly elevated that work.. One can only wish.. The gameplay loop can get old pretty fast, raising difficulties can alleviate that. There are enough characters for at least 3 unique full runs. After that it would be a repeat and a min/max game. Hopefully they will make a sequel that is more refined and expanded. Will they call it: "Help Will Come: Two Days Before the Day After Tomorrow" ? lol If you get it on SALE then definitely worth checking out!

Developed by Arclight Creations and published by Klabater, Help Will Come Tomorrow is a survival strategy game that blends historical fiction with demanding resource management. Set during the chaos following the Russian Revolution, the game follows a small group of passengers who survive a train derailment along the Trans-Siberian Railway and find themselves stranded deep within the unforgiving Siberian wilderness. Rather than telling a grand military story, it focuses on ordinary people forced to overcome both the brutal environment and the social divisions that threaten to tear the group apart. Its historical setting gives the experience a grounded and believable tone, making every hardship feel like part of a larger struggle for survival. The core gameplay revolves around balancing scarce resources while keeping the survivors alive through relentless weather conditions and dwindling supplies. Every day presents difficult choices as players assign characters to gather food, collect wood, build shelter improvements, craft essential tools, or search for useful materials beyond the safety of camp. Hunger, illness, exhaustion, freezing temperatures, and morale constantly compete for attention, ensuring there is rarely enough time or resources to solve every problem. Success depends on careful planning and the ability to adapt when unexpected events disrupt even the best-laid strategies. One of the game's defining features is its emphasis on the relationships between the survivors. The group is composed of individuals from different social classes, professions, and political backgrounds, each carrying their own beliefs, personalities, and personal biases. Trust must be earned rather than assumed, and conflicts naturally arise as tensions increase under extreme pressure. Players are challenged not only to keep everyone physically alive but also to manage interpersonal dynamics that influence teamwork, productivity, and morale. Dialogue events and narrative decisions gradually reveal each character's motivations, making them feel more than simple units assigned to gather resources. This focus on human interaction gives the survival mechanics greater emotional weight, as every choice can strengthen or fracture the fragile bonds holding the group together. The Siberian wilderness itself is one of the game's strongest assets. Dynamic weather, dangerous wildlife, and the ever-present threat of starvation create a constant sense of vulnerability. The visual presentation captures the harsh beauty of frozen forests and snow-covered landscapes through a distinctive hand-painted art style that complements the somber atmosphere. The soundtrack and ambient effects reinforce the feeling of isolation, while the historical backdrop adds authenticity without overshadowing the personal stories unfolding around the campfire. Instead of relying on action sequences, the game builds tension through uncertainty, making each successful day of survival feel genuinely rewarding. While the overall experience is compelling, Help Will Come Tomorrow is not without shortcomings. The pace can become repetitive during extended play sessions as daily routines begin to resemble one another, particularly once players become familiar with the game's systems. Its steep learning curve may also discourage newcomers, as several interconnected mechanics require patience before they become intuitive. Some interface elements could be more streamlined, and resource shortages occasionally feel overly restrictive, leading to moments where progress depends more on prior knowledge than strategic improvisation. Even so, these issues rarely overshadow the depth and ambition of the overall design. Help Will Come Tomorrow succeeds because it offers more than a traditional survival simulator. It combines historical storytelling, strategic decision-making, and character-driven drama into a thoughtful experience that examines cooperation, prejudice, sacrifice, and resilience during one of history's most turbulent periods. Players willing to embrace its deliberate pacing and demanding mechanics will discover a rewarding survival game where every decision carries meaningful consequences. Its memorable setting, engaging cast, and challenging management systems make it a standout entry within the genre. Rating: 8/10

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Challenging, but interesting experience. Be sure to give it a shot!

мне очень зашли визуальный стиль, персонажи со своими историями и ощущение легкого напряжения в течении прохождения. наиграла 13 часов, открыла и прошла все, что хотела.

This game has a lot of potential and it is enjoyable. It's not an easy game, but it is fun to see how 4 totally different persons can group and and try to survive together. I do have a few issues with some of the mechanics: - sometime the random gods are just working against you: everything fine in the night, wake up next morning and character X died - the choices during some conversations don't make much sense (and then cay sometime lead to very negative results all of the sudden)