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"Fires at Midnight" is a narrative-driven game following Yun and his girlfriend Chitra, in a world where making love without being in love leads to spontaneous combustion. Players uncover the story of their relationship from both perspectives, making choices that affect the memories Chitra recalls. Complete a photobook, solve puzzles, and engage with mini-games to reveal the game's mysteries while balancing their relationship before the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve.

Fires At Midnight screenshot
Fires At Midnight screenshot
Fires At Midnight screenshot
Fires At Midnight screenshot
Fires At Midnight screenshot
Fires At Midnight screenshot
Fires At Midnight screenshot
Fires At Midnight screenshot
Fires At Midnight screenshot
Fires At Midnight screenshot
Fires At Midnight screenshot
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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
story9 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions

  • The game features a compelling and immersive story that explores complex themes of love and communication, enhanced by a unique narrative structure and perspective shifts between characters.
  • The artwork and sound design are exceptional, creating a nostalgic atmosphere that effectively captures the 90s setting and enhances the emotional experience.
  • There is significant replayability with multiple endings and paths to explore, making it a worthwhile experience for players who enjoy deep storytelling.
  • Technical issues and a lack of clarity in the beginning can hinder the overall experience, making it difficult for players to fully engage with the story.
  • The gameplay is primarily focused on clicking and making choices, which some players may find limiting or unengaging, especially given the short playtime.
  • The narrative leans heavily into dark themes without offering any uplifting moments, which may leave players feeling unsatisfied or depressed after completing the game.
  • story
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Fires at Midnight" is a complex and immersive narrative that explores themes of unrequited love and intimacy within a surreal, 1999 setting where emotional detachment leads to dire consequences. Players engage with a richly layered plot that combines interactive elements and character perspectives, though some find the beginning vague and the storytelling occasionally inconsistent. Overall, the game is praised for its bold narrative style, emotional depth, and innovative mechanics that enhance the storytelling experience.

    • “This game is very story rich and goes in a lot of unexpected directions. I went into this game without even watching the trailer or gameplay, so I really wasn't sure what to expect, but I'm happy I got to play it.”
    • “The story isn't shallow; don't be fooled by the supernatural premise. It's mature and delves into human psychology, behaviorism, and mental illness.”
    • “''Fires at Midnight'' is just a masterpiece. Once I start this game, it gives me an immersive experience, and the story is fabulous because this game focuses on story and character development.”
    • “The story is a bit vague in the beginning, and I wasn't really hooked that much by it.”
    • “The narrative is riveting, especially in Chitra’s part where things happen, but it also has some plot holes and inconsistencies if you play the game multiple times.”
    • “I kept hoping to get one even if it was obvious to me from the beginning that I wouldn't, due to the dark nature of its storytelling.”
  • music
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, particularly in the absence of voice acting. While some players found certain tracks distracting, the soundtrack effectively complements the game's artistic direction and psychedelic themes. Overall, the sound design is noted for its richness, though some reviewers suggested a desire for more varied sound effects and background music.

    • “The music is great, which is an extra good thing in this case as there is no voice acting.”
    • “So far, I love the story, the characters, and also the soundtracks in the game.”
    • “The music in this game is amazing; everything from tiny water drips to massive set-piece moments is realistic and inescapable with rich audio.”
    • “Though I felt like some songs were kind of disturbing me from focusing on the story, with their vocals and dialogues to read some more.”
    • “I was hooked from the get-go; the completeness of its visual design and soundtrack drops you uncomfortably close into this relationship on the rocks.”
    • “As for the artistic direction, it is very 'artsy' indeed, a style that may displease some, but I found the graphical art and music very well done; as there is use of drugs throughout the game, it dispenses a very psychedelic and trippy vibe all along.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning and unique artistic direction, featuring a psychedelic and immersive style that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the detailed artwork and sound quality, which contribute to a visually captivating atmosphere, although the "artsy" approach may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the visuals are considered a significant highlight, making it a recommended choice for visual novel enthusiasts.

    • “Very nice artwork.”
    • “Very pleasant to look at art style; I usually don't capture so many screenshots to look at them later and admire the work the authors put into these drawings.”
    • “It’s a point-and-click visual novel game, with gorgeous graphics and a pretty cool 'second layer' effect that lets you see the environment as how the character you’re playing as would perceive it.”
    • “The plot and the artwork is what initially got me so interested in the game, as the store description says, in this game universe, banging someone without loving them makes you both burst into flames, which raises a ton of interesting questions and implications.”
    • “As for the artistic direction, it is very 'artsy' indeed, a style that may displease some, but I found the graphical art and music very well done; as there is use of drugs throughout the game, it dispenses a very psychedelic and trippy vibe all along.”
    • “Whatever you pick until then has an effect only on the subsequent visuals or reveals more details about the story, with the exception of one completely meaningless choice at the beginning of the game which will produce an alternate ending (a 4-hour one), regardless of what you pick otherwise.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and nostalgic 90s setting, enhanced by thoughtful design elements like furniture and architecture that reflect Malaysian culture. While the soundtrack effectively complements the ambiance, some reviewers noted a desire for more varied sound effects. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the engaging and unsettling narrative experience.

    • “Very atmospheric game with a bizarre plot.”
    • “Good soundtrack with a fitting ambient atmosphere, although you can feel the limited budget here - please use more sound effects and background music in the future.”
    • “The game has so many delightful homages not just to the technology of the 90s, but also to the entire atmosphere design with the furniture, food, and architecture that proudly grounds it in its setting in Malaysia.”
    • “The game has so many delightful homages not just to the technology in the 90s, but the entire atmosphere design with the furniture, food, and architecture that grounds it proudly in its setting in Malaysia.”
    • “Our conclusion for Fires at Midnight is consistently positive: we have rarely seen such a gripping and at the same time disturbing love story. The game really sucked us in with its 90s atmosphere and we always wanted to learn more about Yun and Chitra.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is highly praised for its rich storytelling and innovative mechanics, utilizing fragmentation and audio-visual elements to create an engaging experience. Players appreciate the unexpected narrative directions, making it a standout title for fans of narrative-driven adventure games.

    • “This game is very story-rich and goes in a lot of unexpected directions. I went into this game without even watching the trailer or gameplay, so I really wasn't sure what to expect, but I'm happy I got to play it.”
    • “Persona theory games take storytelling to a new level through the use of fragmentation, audio-visual elements, and playful mechanics - a real must-play for everyone who cherishes innovative narrative adventure games!”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers moderate replayability due to its three distinct endings, each accessible through different choices, encouraging players to explore various paths.

    • “The game offers multiple choices that significantly affect the storyline, encouraging players to replay and experience all the variations.”
    • “With various character builds and strategies to try, the replayability factor is high, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
    • “There's some replayability as there are 3 different endings to explore, each one with a different path.”
    • “Once you've seen all the endings, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making multiple playthroughs feel redundant.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players praise "Fires at Midnight" for its exceptional character development, highlighting the immersive experience and compelling narrative that deeply engages them throughout the game.

    • “''Fires at Midnight'' is just a masterpiece. Once I start this game, it gives me an immersive experience, and the story is fabulous because this game focuses on story and character development.”
    • “The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with the characters and witness their growth throughout the story.”
    • “I love how the game allows for meaningful choices that impact character arcs, making each decision feel significant and enhancing the overall narrative experience.”

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2h Median play time
2h Average play time
2-2h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 1 analyzed playthroughs

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