Game Overview
Weasel Heights Middle School turns the usual teen romance formula into something warmer, stranger, and far more inclusive. LongStory is a choice-driven visual novel dating sim where a new student arrives hoping to survive classes, cliques, and the everyday chaos of adolescence, only to find that their locker’s former owner has vanished under suspicious circumstances. The tone stays playful and awkward in the way middle-school life should be, but an underlying mystery gives the social drama real momentum. Rather than treating romance as the only goal, it makes room for friendship, self-discovery, and simply figuring out where you belong.
Most of the action unfolds through conversations, decisions, and relationship-building scenes. Players choose their character’s pronouns, shape their personality through dialogue responses, and decide whether to pursue one of several potential romances—or avoid dating entirely. Choices influence how classmates see you, whether rivalries grow or cool down, and how deeply you investigate the disappearance connected to your locker. Expect more reading and branching social scenes than traditional gameplay challenges; progression comes from learning about the school, earning trust, and steering the protagonist toward the relationships and answers that feel right.
Its biggest strength is its respect for player identity and emotional boundaries. LongStory lets queer players, questioning players, and anyone tired of rigid dating-sim roles approach romance without being forced into a narrow protagonist or predetermined love life. The cartoon-styled presentation and light humor keep potentially uncomfortable school memories from becoming oppressive, while the missing-student plot prevents the story from feeling like a simple string of flirtatious conversations. Fans of approachable visual novels such as Dream Daddy or choice-based teen dramas will find a smaller-scale, younger, more innocent alternative here. It suits newcomers to dating sims especially well, while veterans may appreciate the unusually flexible relationship options and inclusive writing.
Screenshots
Installation
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to Longstory.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows XP SP2
- Processor: 2.2 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for Longstory?
After extracting Longstory, navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 343.73 MB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Why should I run the game as administrator?
Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.