Into the Evernight

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Into the Evernight is a single player tactical role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by basoosh and was released on September 16, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Into the Evernight is a retro-style tactical RPG featuring turn-based combat where your choices shape a branching story with multiple endings. Customize your squad through over 60 upgradeable skills and evolving weapons, while navigating an adaptive difficulty influenced by your decisions. Will you stop the spreading darkness or succumb to it?

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story11 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features an engaging storyline with meaningful choices that significantly impact the narrative and character development.
The tactical combat system is deep and challenging, offering a variety of customization options for skills and character builds, which enhances replayability.
Despite being free, the game delivers high-quality graphics, writing, and gameplay that rivals many paid titles in the genre.

The game lacks several quality-of-life features common in modern tactical RPGs, such as the ability to reset turns or save mid-battle, which can lead to frustration.
Replaying the game to explore different choices can be tedious due to the absence of a dialogue or scene skip feature.
Some players may find the retro graphics and sound design unappealing, which could deter them from fully enjoying the game.

story
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Into the Evernight" is highly praised for its depth and complexity, featuring a branching narrative where player choices significantly impact character outcomes and plot developments. Reviewers highlight the engaging writing, well-developed characters, and a coherent setting that draws comparisons to classic RPGs and modern titles like "Detroit: Become Human." With multiple endings and a rich storyline that encourages replayability, players find themselves deeply invested in the narrative and its emotional stakes.
- “A branching story with choices that actually matter and affect the timeline (on the line of 'sacrifice your best friend to get a chance to escape, or try to escape with them').”
- “The characters and story decisions were thoroughly poignant, and I felt the gravity of my actions every step of the way.”
- “Multiple endings, branching story paths, evolving difficulty — these aren’t just buzzwords here but they are masterfully integrated.”
- “Usually, I'm the first to tell developers to reduce their repulsively horrible attempts at story-writing and just focus on making a game that is fun to play.”
- “As for the story at the start, it is only maybe 10%; after Brightwood around 40%, and once you pass Friedland, it goes into full swing with cool choices that affect lives and even change companions.”
- “The first half of the game sets up the overarching story beats, and the group of protagonists show you their personalities along the way.”
gameplay
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The gameplay in "Evernight" is highly praised for its depth, featuring extensive customization options for skills, equipment, and level-ups, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the seamless integration of combat mechanics and skill trees, alongside a compelling storyline and retro aesthetic, making it a highly replayable game with a substantial playtime.
- “If you are a lover of great gameplay, great storylines, and retro games, give Evernight a try.”
- “Gameplay depth with many customization systems between skills, equipment, and level-ups.”
- “This game is mechanically perfect as combat and skill trees intertwine.”
- “Gameplay depth offers many customization systems between skills, equipment, and level-ups.”
- “My review is going to focus on the gameplay and the story of the game, but I want to make myself clear on a few points before I start.”
- “Gameplay and mechanics are crucial aspects to consider.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability due to its engaging puzzles, combat mechanics, and a dynamic story that changes based on player choices. Players can expect a rich experience with 30-40 hours of gameplay, making it a worthwhile investment for those seeking variety and depth in their gaming sessions.
- “It has replay value; there are puzzles and the combat, along with the music, create a nice combination.”
- “The worst possible scenario is that the developer gave you something for free that you didn't like; the best possible is you find an insanely expansive game with an awesome story, writing, art, decent gameplay, and 30-40 hours of a playthrough on a very replayable game.”
- “The way your journey changes depending on how you play adds tremendous replay value.”
- “It has replay value; there are puzzles and the combat with the music all combine into a nice experience.”
- “Choices and replayability.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its strong integration with gameplay elements, enhancing both combat and puzzle-solving experiences. Reviewers note that the soundtrack complements the pixel-art style, creating a nostalgic yet fresh atmosphere, while the pacing of battles aligns well with the musical score. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's replay value and immersive quality.
- “It has replay value, there are puzzles and the combat with the music all combine into a nice experience.”
- “A slew of different abilities to level up and some great music.”
- “The pixel-art style evokes nostalgia, but it’s clear that a lot of work went into the art, style, and music of the game.”
- “The pixel-art style evokes nostalgia, but it isn’t purely nostalgic — it's clear that the developers spent a lot of time working on the art, style, and music of the game.”
- “Now, as for the game, the battles are slow-paced, which fits the music and the mood.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are faithful to the store images, featuring a well-crafted pixel-art style that evokes nostalgia while also showcasing modern artistic effort. While some players may find the retro design and heavy reading less appealing, the overall mood, visuals, and sound are praised for their cohesive and engaging presentation.
- “The graphics in this game are exactly as in the store images.”
- “The mood, visuals, and sound really work here.”
- “There's a lot of reading, and not everyone is a fan of the more retro sound and graphic design.”
- “The pixel-art style evokes nostalgia, but it isn’t purely nostalgic — it's clear that the developers spent a lot of time working on the art, style, and music of the game.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have noted that grinding can become a frustrating barrier, particularly if poor skill choices lead to a dead end, necessitating a restart to progress.
- “I ended up stuck at one point when I realized grinding was unavailable due to some poor skill system choices, and I had to restart.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the gameplay feel monotonous and frustrating.”
character development
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Character development is praised for its well-paced and engaging nature, with each character's personality and backstory being thoughtfully explored, leading to a satisfying evolution throughout the game.
- “The character development is well-paced and entertaining; everyone's personalities bloom as their backstories are explored.”
- “The depth of each character's journey is remarkable, making their growth feel authentic and relatable.”
- “I love how the game allows for meaningful choices that impact character relationships and development throughout the story.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is often praised for its immersive storytelling and rich environmental details, which effectively draw players into the game's world. Reviewers highlight how the combination of visuals, sound design, and narrative elements creates a compelling and engaging experience that enhances overall gameplay.
- “The atmosphere in this game is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and haunting sound design.”
- “Every corner of the game is filled with a palpable tension that keeps you on edge, making the atmosphere feel alive and dynamic.”
- “The combination of the eerie soundtrack and the beautifully crafted environments creates an unforgettable atmosphere that lingers long after you put the game down.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highly praised, with players noting that the dialogue consistently elicits laughter throughout the experience.
- “The dialogue had me laughing out loud the entire way through.”
- “And the humor!”

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Into the Evernight is a tactical role playing game with fantasy theme.

Into the Evernight is available on PC and Windows.

Into the Evernight was released on September 16, 2025.

Into the Evernight was developed by basoosh.

Into the Evernight has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Into the Evernight is a single player game.

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