3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure | Game Brain

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure Game Cover

About

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure is a single player action game. It was developed by Scarecrow Studio and was released on August 22, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

In "3 Minutes to Midnight," play as Betty Anderson and Eliza Barret to unravel the mystery of a town where danger lurks around every corner. Encounter quirky characters, from a power-hungry mayor to a vengeful potbelly pig, as you uncover a doomsday plot. This classic point-and-click adventure game features HD cartoon art and humorous dialogue.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure screenshot

Skip User Reviews

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 157 reviews

humor116 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

3 Minutes to Midnight is a nostalgic homage to classic point-and-click adventure games, featuring clever puzzles that can be solved in multiple ways, enhancing replayability.
The game boasts stunning hand-drawn graphics, excellent voice acting, and witty dialogue that keeps players engaged and entertained throughout the experience.
With a rich story filled with humor and memorable characters, the game successfully captures the charm of beloved titles like Monkey Island and Day of the Tentacle while offering a modern twist.

The pacing can be problematic, with excessive dialogue and cutscenes that may feel tedious and unskippable, particularly in the later chapters.
Some players find the humor inconsistent, with many jokes falling flat and the fourth-wall breaks becoming tiresome over time.
The protagonist, Betty, is perceived by some as an annoying character, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

humor
119 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
3%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it hilarious and reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventures like "Monkey Island," while others feel that many jokes fall flat or become repetitive. The dialogue is often sharp and filled with witty banter, though some may find the frequent fourth-wall breaks and constant wisecracking annoying. Overall, the humor is subjective, appealing to those who enjoy absurd and light-hearted comedy, but may not resonate with everyone.
- “The art style is really nice, the English voice acting is good, and the humor is hilarious.”
- “The dialogue is sharp, filled with witty banter and the kind of humor that made games like The Secret of Monkey Island timeless.”
- “It’s packed with witty, tongue-in-cheek moments that kept me smiling and chuckling all the way through.”
- “The constant (and mostly unfunny) wisecracking in almost every other line of dialogue (believe me, the jokes are terrible - and not in an 'amusingly terrible' way, they are just unfunny, and they keep on coming..)”
- “Your enjoyment of this title will depend greatly on your tolerance for jokes that are really overdone and just fall flat, and way too much pointless unfunny unskippable dialogue.”
story
92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
50%
3%
The story of "3 Minutes to Midnight" is praised for its quirky charm and engaging characters, reminiscent of classic LucasArts adventures, with a mix of humor and intriguing plot twists that keep players invested. However, some reviewers noted predictability and filler content that detracts from the overall experience, while others found the narrative to be nonsensical or lacking depth. Overall, the game offers a captivating storyline complemented by modern visuals and voice acting, though it may benefit from tighter pacing and a more cohesive structure.
- “At the heart of 3 Minutes to Midnight is a story brimming with the kind of quirky charm that made the LucasArts adventures so beloved.”
- “The story is rich, original, and surprisingly good, keeping you hooked from beginning to end.”
- “The mix of deep storytelling, humorous dialogues, and interesting characters makes it stand out.”
- “The depth of story, character development, puzzles, and humor simply isn't there.”
- “The story is also completely nonsensical and not in a good way.”
- “It feels like a game that went through development hell over a long period of time, had multiple plot drafts, and then instead of discarding anything they just threw it all in and called it a day.”
graphics
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
24%
5%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their vibrant, hand-drawn art style and exceptional detail, reminiscent of classic LucasArts animations. Players appreciate the stunning visuals, colorful backdrops, and well-designed characters, which enhance the overall experience alongside top-notch voice acting and engaging gameplay. While the graphics are often described as brilliant and enjoyable, some critiques mention that lengthy dialogues can detract from the fun.
- “The hand-drawn art style is vibrant and packed with detail, reminiscent of the richly animated worlds of LucasArts games.”
- “The level of detail in the artwork was outstanding.”
- “The graphics are great, with some gorgeous backdrops and nicely drawn characters.”
- “It's a point n click graphic adventure, but that's where the similarities end.”
- “Graphics and sound:”
- “I'm not usually a fan of adventure graphics, but I highly recommend this game, highlighting the following points:”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
16%
12%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some praise it as brilliant and fitting the mood perfectly, others find it relatively forgettable. Many users appreciate the variety and quality of the soundtrack, noting that it enhances the overall experience and complements the game's unique art style and humor. Overall, the music is seen as a strong aspect, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The sound design is equally impressive, with a soundtrack that captures the mood of each scene perfectly and voice acting that brings the quirky cast to life.”
- “The art style is stunning, and the soundtrack fits the mood perfectly.”
- “It's a great homage and familiar in many ways, but also stands on its own with its unique art style, humor, characters, and excellent music/sounds.”
- “Voice acting is decent enough, although the music is relatively forgettable.”
- “One of the other countermeasures is the music, which really doesn't get old.”
- “Everything feels polished—the script, the backgrounds, the voice acting, the music...”
gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
52%
13%
The gameplay is praised as a nostalgic and engaging experience reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventures, featuring smooth mechanics, stunning visuals, and a captivating story. While some critiques mention pacing issues and an overabundance of dialogue, the overall sentiment highlights the game's variety, quality voice acting, and substantial playtime of over 20 hours, making it a worthwhile investment.
- “The gameplay is a delightful throwback to the heyday of point-and-click adventures.”
- “The gameplay is smooth and engaging, the visuals are stunning, and the story had me hooked from start to finish.”
- “Variety in storytelling and gameplay is what makes this genre so exciting.”
- “During the last hour of gameplay, I found one simple task; all the rest is just dialogue.”
- “3 Minutes to Midnight is easily one of the worst point-and-click games I've ever played, not necessarily because of the gameplay itself (which is surprisingly well-planned) but because of the absolutely godawful pacing and writing.”
- “This can leave the player waiting impatiently to get back to the gameplay.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The game offers high replayability due to its multiple puzzle-solving approaches, leading to varied outcomes. Players appreciate this refreshing aspect, noting that it significantly enhances the overall experience and encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “This makes the game extremely replayable.”
- “A lot of the puzzles can be solved in more than one way, which results in different outcomes and adds to the replay value.”
- “I was about 8-9 hours in when I learned one of the crowning achievements of this game: replay value.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
Character development in the game is noted for its strong design and good voice acting, contributing to an engaging experience. However, some users feel that the depth of the story and character arcs is lacking, suggesting a missed opportunity for more profound development. Overall, while the character design is praised, the narrative depth leaves something to be desired.
- “Good voice acting is married to strong character design, and the environments are a delight to poke around in.”
- “Great balance of character development and world building.”
- “The depth of story, character development, puzzles, and humor simply isn't there.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
20%
40%
The game's optimization is generally positive, with many players reporting smooth performance on the Steam Deck and no bugs encountered during extended playtime. However, some users have experienced significant performance issues, including long pauses between dialogue that can disrupt the flow of the game.
- “Runs smoothly with no fiddling on the Steam Deck.”
- “Runs smoothly with no fiddling on the Steam Deck.”
- “Lots of performance issues, long and consistent pauses between dialogue which makes it appear as if the game has locked up.”
- “Performance issues aside, not a single bug encountered during my 24-hour playtime.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is highlighted by Chapter 3, which disrupts the narrative flow with tedious puzzles and unskippable cut scenes, leading to frustration for players. Despite the developers' passion, the experience is marred by repetitive and laborious gameplay elements that detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Chapter 3 brings the otherwise great flow of the story to a grinding halt.”
- “Worst of all, the very last puzzles have unskippable cut scenes that, when combined with a limited time window to try solutions, rapidly become extremely tedious and then outright infuriating.”
- “It's clearly a labor of love from a very small team, but that doesn't prevent it from being a tedious slog of by-the-numbers adventuring.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with players feeling completely immersed in its unique and strange world. Many reviewers note that it draws significant influence from the 2017 game Thimbleweed Park, particularly in creating a captivating ambiance.
- “Great atmosphere, I'm totally immersed in this weird world.”
- “His 2017 game, Thimbleweed Park, seems to have been a significant influence as well, particularly in terms of its atmosphere.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly on the Steam Deck, where it runs smoothly and offers long battery life along with solid controller support.
- “Runs great on the Steam Deck with long battery life and has good controller support.”

Skip Game Offers

Buy 3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure
See offer on Steam

20h Median play time

15h Average play time

20-20h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 7 analyzed playthroughs

Skip Videos

Videos

Skip Games Like 3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure

86%4.1kreviews

Thimbleweed Park

2017

Casual Action Adventure

87%1.2kreviews

Gibbous: A Cthulhu Adventure

2019

Puzzle

82%692reviews

The Book of Unwritten Tales 2

2015

Action Adventure

+17

86%5.2kreviews

The Darkside Detective

2017

Casual Action Adventure

95%1.7kreviews

Paradigm

2017

Action

More games like 3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure

Skip FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure is a action game.

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure is available on PC, Mac OS, Steam Deck, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 15 hours playing 3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure.

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure was released on August 22, 2024.

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure was developed by Scarecrow Studio.

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its replayability.

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure is a single player game.

Similar games include Thimbleweed Park, Gibbous: A Cthulhu Adventure, The Book of Unwritten Tales 2, The Darkside Detective, Paradigm and others.

3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure

Platforms

About

Buy 3 Minutes to Midnight® - A Comedy Graphic Adventure