The game follows the fictional story of 16-year-old Layal, who tries to flee her homeland, which has been destroyed as a result of heavy conflict.
The game starts in a small, devastated village in the Middle East. Layla, the main protagonist, is introduced as she tries to get herself and the rest of her family (her little brother, mother, and grandmother) through life, day by day. Players can explore the setting, interact with the family, and discover the city and the ongoing tensions of the warzone.
The situation in the small village escalates quickly when military troops move in. Layla is nearly caught for her involvement in peaceful protests and is unsure of her safety in the village. Several people tell her she has to flee in order to keep herself and the family safe. That night the player is presented with the opportunity to take a boat to Europe.
Layla is unsure, as she would have to leave her family behind; they only have money to pay for one place on the boat. The player can talk to the other family members, who are urging Layla to go.
The first threshold is getting access to the boat. The person running the operation of bringing people over the sea only cares about the money, and first refuses Layla access. The player encounters this challenge, but manages to get Layla on an overcrowded, small boat in the end.
On the boat, Layla befriends several other refugees, including an older woman named Amira, who is on the boat with her son. Throughout the journey on the boat, the player encounters several challenges, including bad weather, limited rations, and arguments between passengers.
Amira becomes Layla’s mentor throughout the game, helping and guiding her through the difficult times.
When the group arrives in Europe, and is placed in a refugee camp, Layla and the other refugees prepare for their last trip. She gets separated from Amira but has gained enough confidence and independence to travel to the North of Europe on her own. Players are given obstacles along the way that they have to solve, like border control, etc.
The ‘final fight’ is not glamorous at all, as it is going through process of applying for asylum.
Layla’s request for asylum is finally approved, and she is allowed to stay in the country. Players get a chance to explore the new environment, and help Layla build a new life, while learning more about family reunification.
Finally, Layla’s family makes the journey, and they are reunited. Layla has successfully completed this treacherous journey, overcoming fear and hesitation. It has made her into a strong and confident woman, determined to help others in a similar situation.