Samara “Sam” Young is a developer in Los Angeles who’s about to achieve her dreams with her first video game, Ruminate. That is, until a popular streamer gives the game a scathing review. Even worse, Sam finds out the troublesome critic is now her new neighbor! Get lost in a comedic, romantic, and all-too-real story about gaming, memes, and social anxiety. Come for the plot, stay for the doggo.
WritersLeeanne M.Krecic, Aya Matsui
Life is S-Rank
Oct 2, 2025
Sam is an ordinary young woman whose passion is video games and everything that surrounds them.
I am N00b
Oct 9, 2025
Sam's indie game is review bombed after a streamer releases a negative review.
Unity of the Guild
Oct 16, 2025
Sam goes to Marshall's apartment to tell him she made Ruminate, but a gorgeous woman greets her at the door.
Witch, Wizard, Sword Master and The King of Beasts
Oct 23, 2025
Marshall feels guilty for ruining Sam's game dev dreams, but his attempts to apologize are unsuccessful.
Peel
Oct 30, 2025
Sam learns about Marshall's past and thinks about her own dreams and work while worrying about her future.
ADS -Aim Down Sights-
Nov 6, 2025
Link and Sam run into Monica and Marshall at the dog park. Meanwhile, Charles recalls an event from the past.
Good Game
Nov 13, 2025
Sam arrives at work and despairs when she finds her desk completely cleared.
Unalive
Nov 20, 2025
Marshall's health deteriorates and affects his streaming. Monica asks Sam about appearing in a video.
Replay
Nov 27, 2025
Marshall fulfills his promise to Sam and begins replaying Ruminate.
Ruminate Journey
Dec 4, 2025
Marshall is fascinated by the world of Ruminate. Meanwhile, Sam attends a business meeting with Charles.
Bard
Dec 11, 2025
Marshall joins a knight on a quest to vanquish a dragon, and Sam worries about her relationship with Link.
CONTINUE
Dec 18, 2025
Marshall suddenly collapses after completing Ruminate and is rushed to the hospital.
