Midnight

About

Midnight is a single-player action game with a great soundtrack. Players must navigate a little square-shaped fairy through 56 levels filled with dangerous obstacles such as spikes and circular saws, using mouse controls to launch Midnight and avoid hazards. With its golf-like gameplay and increasing difficulty, Midnight offers a challenging and enjoyable experience for players.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

63%

Audience ScoreBased on 63 reviews

music18 positive mentions

The game features a great atmosphere with beautiful graphics and relaxing piano music, making it enjoyable for casual play.
It offers a variety of 56 progressively challenging levels that can be fun and engaging for puzzle enthusiasts.
The gameplay is simple yet addictive, providing a satisfying challenge that can be rewarding for players aiming for high scores.

The user interface and menu design are poorly executed, lacking essential options and making navigation frustrating.
Physics feel unpolished, with the ball/star lacking weight, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
The game suffers from technical issues, such as not properly exiting and running in the background, which can hinder user experience.

music
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
49%
7%
The music in the game is generally praised for its relaxing piano compositions, which enhance the atmosphere and provide a soothing backdrop for gameplay. However, some users find the music to be generic and lacking in variety, with complaints about the absence of volume control and options to customize audio settings. Overall, while the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's ambiance, it may not be enough to keep players engaged for extended periods.
- “The piano music is soothing and should prevent most players from rage quitting.”
- “Beautiful, clean graphics, relaxing piano music, and 56 entertaining puzzles - yup, this is one of the best games to just chill out and test your problem solving skills.”
- “This game has solid physics and clean graphics, and a nice relaxing soundtrack.”
- “Music is ok, but feels way too generic, like 'public domain music copy-paste here'.”
- “My complaints are there is no pause, the music has no volume control, can only make a clean exit at certain points and the scoring is hard to understand.”
- “Awful UI and menu design - the menu is ugly, lacking options like turning off music or sound effects.”
graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
61%
9%
The game's graphics are described as simplistic and low-resolution, which some players feel detracts from the overall experience, especially on larger monitors. However, many appreciate the calming art style and clean visuals, finding them suitable for a relaxing gameplay experience. Overall, while the graphics may not be cutting-edge, they contribute to a soothing atmosphere that aligns well with the game's aesthetic.
- “Beautiful, clean graphics, relaxing piano music, and 56 entertaining puzzles - yup, this is one of the best games to just chill out and test your problem solving skills.”
- “This game has solid physics and clean graphics, and a nice relaxing soundtrack.”
- “The graphics, great!”
- “However, upon starting the game, I was greeted with really low resolution graphics and fixed on 16:9 (black bars left and right).”
- “I game on a 34" 3440x1440 (21:9) monitor and the jagged edges of the font and other graphics in the game were really not pleasing on the eyes.”
- “Music seems okay (if you like piano), graphics are decent, but the UI (user interface) is not.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
44%
19%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and relaxing nature, featuring calming music and an easy-to-navigate art style, making it enjoyable for casual play. However, some users note that while the gameplay is fun and effective for passing time, it is accompanied by various underlying issues. Overall, it appeals to fans of laid-back gaming experiences.
- “The game is very relaxing to play with calming piano music, easy gameplay, and a soft on the eyes art style.”
- “Gameplay is exactly as shown; it's fun to spend some time.”
- “Don't be fooled by the simple game mechanics.”
- “Let's make one of those, but make the gameplay not relaxing.”
- “If you really like these kinds of games and focus only on the gameplay, try it.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
25%
8%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its beautiful night-time color palette and relaxing music, creating an immersive experience that enhances gameplay. Reviewers note that it is particularly appealing for those who enjoy short, casual games, though its brief duration may limit its audience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as captivating and well-designed, making it an enjoyable experience even for those who are not typically puzzle gamers.
- “Night-time color palette that complements the atmosphere, including that ray of light your star is casting. Love it.”
- “The game is very well designed in my opinion; relaxing music, beautiful atmosphere, and only mouse-dependent for playing. However, keep in mind this game is made for casual playing and it's short in duration, so I think it narrows the target audience.”
- “I'll be honest, I'm not usually a puzzle gamer, but the creators made an irresistible atmosphere to play in.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The story aspect of the game has been criticized for lacking coherence and depth, with reviewers noting that the absence of basic storytelling elements detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the potential for improvement, the general consensus is that a more structured narrative would significantly enhance the gameplay.
- “There is no rhyme or reason for anything you do; some basic storytelling elements would go a long way.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers strong replayability for perfectionists, as players can strive to improve their performance ratings, which are based on the number of 'strokes' used to complete levels. This encourages multiple playthroughs to achieve higher star ratings.
- “The game offers great replayability as your performance is rated from one to three stars based on how many 'strokes' you needed, making it perfect for perfectionists.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game's optimization is designed to encourage replayability, as players are rated from one to three stars based on their performance, specifically the number of 'strokes' used. This system appeals to perfectionists seeking to improve their scores.
- “As your performance is rated from one to three stars depending on how many 'strokes' you needed, there is replayability for perfectionists.”
- “The optimization mechanics encourage players to refine their strategies and improve their scores.”
- “The game rewards players for finding the most efficient paths, making each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong sense of nostalgia and emotional connection, recalling the thrill of childhood adventures and the freedom of sneaking out to play in open spaces. This sentiment highlights the game's ability to evoke fond memories and a sense of innocence.
- “It made me feel like sneaking out at night as a child and playing in a field or jungle gym.”