Midnight Arrow

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Midnight Arrow is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by Low Level Game Dev and was released on November 30, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Midnight Arrow is an atmospheric puzzle platformer that uses a retro art style. Hop on platforms and jump on walls to explore a vast immersive platforming world. Discove the different types of arrows and use them to solve puzzles and illuminate the darkened world around you! Oh and did I mention you can now create your own levels? Features Tight smooth platforming Optional quests Collecta…

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

The platforming mechanics are smooth, precise, and reminiscent of classic platformers like Super Meat Boy and Celeste.
The game features creative level design with frequent checkpoints, making challenging sections feel rewarding rather than frustrating.
It has a cute atmosphere and is well-crafted, showcasing a lot of effort and attention to detail.

Some players experienced technical issues, such as crashes and the need to install additional software to run the game.
The NPC dialogue can be considered obnoxious, and some side quests feel corny.
Certain puzzles and fast-paced sections can be frustrating, especially for those who prefer a focus on platforming over puzzles.

story
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The story is generally considered interesting, complemented by open and winding levels that encourage exploration and backtracking. However, some users find the side quests to be overly corny.
- “Interesting story and levels.”
- “The side quest bits are corny as hell.”
- “The levels are open and winding with quests that require backtracking and exploration.”
atmosphere
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The game features a charming and cute atmosphere that enhances the overall experience, although some users feel the music does not align well with the darker, lonelier elements of the game. Despite this mismatch, the level design contributes positively to the game's engaging atmosphere.
- “The overall atmosphere of the levels was great!”
- “It plays very well, and has a very cute atmosphere.”
- “The music is perhaps unsuited to the dark and lonely atmosphere of the game, but otherwise this is an excellent platformer.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its quality and dynamic changes, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players feel it may not align well with the game's dark and lonely atmosphere. Overall, it is considered a standout feature in an otherwise excellent platformer.
- “A beautifully crafted piece of art with one banger of a music to top it all off.”
- “I also appreciated the dynamic changing soundtracks.”
- “The music is perhaps unsuited to the dark and lonely atmosphere of the game, but otherwise this is an excellent platformer.”
- “The music is perhaps unsuited to the dark and lonely atmosphere of the game, but otherwise this is an excellent platformer.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by interesting and effectively utilized arrow mechanics that enhance the puzzle-solving experience. While the mechanics are simple, they are implemented in a way that adds depth and engagement to the gameplay.
- “The different arrow mechanics are interesting and are used effectively in the puzzles.”
- “The mechanics are simple but used very well.”