- March 26, 2021
- Feral Cat Den
- 5h median play time
Genesis Noir
Things aren’t always simply black and white. Although, I suppose, in the case of Genesis Noir, they sort of are.
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Genesis Noir is a single player action adventure game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Feral Cat Den and was released on March 26, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.
In "Genesis Noir" , you play as No Man, a watch peddler in a universe on the brink of creation. After a love triangle misunderstanding leads to a jealous god firing a shot that becomes The Big Bang, you must explore and experiment with objects to prevent or destroy creation and save your love. The game features tactile puzzles and temporal exploration, with you jumping into pockets of time to change the course of events.











- Stunning visuals and a unique art style that captivates players.
- Incredible jazz soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- An abstract narrative that explores deep themes of love, loss, and the cosmos.
- Gameplay can be tedious and lacks challenging puzzles, often feeling more like an interactive movie.
- The story can be confusing and hard to follow, with some players feeling lost in its abstract presentation.
- Technical issues and bugs can disrupt the experience, leading to frustration during gameplay.
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The story of "Genesis Noir" is a visually striking and ambitious narrative that intertwines themes of love, loss, and cosmology, presented through a unique noir aesthetic. While many players appreciate its artistic storytelling and emotional depth, some find the plot convoluted and difficult to follow, particularly in the latter parts of the game, leading to mixed feelings about its coherence and engagement. Overall, it offers a captivating experience for those who enjoy abstract narratives and visual storytelling, though it may not resonate with everyone due to its complexity and pacing issues.
“Absolutely brilliant story.”
“The story is deeper than what it might seem.”
“Genesis Noir tells the story of a cosmic being known as No Man who endeavors to save the woman he loves by preventing the Big Bang.”
“The story is a bit confusing for me to understand and I had to look up reviews to get a better explanation.”
“The problem is that none of it coheres at all... it meanders from topic to topic with very little to hold it together.”
“The story as a whole was a bit hard to follow (it's nonlinear by design), so if you don't like abstract storylines, it may not be for you.”
Genesis Noir
Genesis Noir is genre fiction that slow burns from a hard-boiled detective mystery to a cosmic exploration of potential and possibility. It showcases a form of storytelling exclusive to an interactive medium, not only immersing the player in rhapsodic visual landscapes, but expecting them to find tactile interpretations from its collection of curiosities. Genesis Noir doesn't position chaos as a subject for control, only an objective to be experienced and appreciated.
90%Genesis Noir review
A little abstract in nature, but Genesis Noir is an all-around stunning audio-visual adventure.
76%Genesis Noir review
Genesis Noir is a simple puzzler with point-and-click elements that are stripped back to reveal an engaging and beautiful story. It may be too easy and rather linear, but it's still a well presented game that'll keep you engaged throughout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Genesis Noir is a action adventure game with mystery theme.
Genesis Noir is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Mac OS and others.
On average players spend around 4 hours playing Genesis Noir.
Genesis Noir was released on March 26, 2021.
Genesis Noir was developed by Feral Cat Den.
Genesis Noir has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.
Genesis Noir is a single player game.
Similar games include RiME, INSIDE, INMOST, The Dream Machine, LIMBO and others.





