One of the most generous aspects of GB Patch Games’ release model is that the base game of Our Life: Now & Forever is completely free. You can play through childhood (Step 1) and adolescence (Step 2) from start to finish without spending a penny.
For players who want to deepen their story, optional Step Expansion DLCs add 5 additional vignette moments per step, bonus character outfits, and extended group scenes. Here is everything you need to know about the DLC structure.
⚖️ Free Base Game vs Paid Expansion DLC Comparison
| Feature | Free Base Game | Step Expansion DLC (Paid) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.00 (100% Free Forever) | ~$4.99 – $7.99 per Step Expansion |
| Step 1 Moments | 5 Core Moments (Walks, Wheels, Fancy Fun, Hide & Seek, Magic) | +5 Bonus Moments (Slumber Party, Trick or Treat, Mixed Up, Colorful Class, Home) |
| Step 2 Moments | 5 High School Core Moments | +5 Bonus Teenage Moments |
| Main Romance Endings | ✓ Fully Complete (No Paywalled Endings) | ✓ Fully Compatible (Extended Scenes) |
| Bonus Outfits | Default Step Outfits | +Halloween costumes, pajamas, winter coats, accessories |
| Supported Platforms | Steam, itch.io, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android | Steam, itch.io (Cross-platform compatible) |
💡 Editorial Value Analysis: Is the DLC Worth It?
In our assessment, the Step 1 Expansion DLC offers exceptional value for visual novel fans:
By expanding Step 1 from 5 moments to 10 moments, your childhood playtime nearly doubles, allowing you to spend extended time with both Tamarack and Qiu before high school begins.
Moments like Trick or Treat and Slumber Party are widely regarded by demo testers as the emotional and aesthetic peaks of Step 1, showcasing unique seasonal costume sprites and late-night intimacy.
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💾 How to Install DLC
On Steam, purchasing the DLC automatically checks the expansion in your Steam Library properties. The moments will seamlessly appear on the Moment Selection screen in-game.
On itch.io, download the DLC zip archive and drop the extracted .rpa files into your game's /game/ directory. Launch the game, and the new moments will unlock automatically!
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