Midnight Monitor: Aldercourt

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Midnight Monitor: Aldercourt is a walking simulator anomaly spotting game, inspired by the Backrooms and liminal spaces. As you explore Aldercourt Station, you must stay vigilant for any changes, as the environment can shift unexpectedly, putting you in danger. Follow the signs and keep your eyes open to survive the loops through this sprawling, expansive station.

Play Modes

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

Reviews

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

humor9 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a great mix of humor and horror, providing an enjoyable and replayable experience with a variety of anomalies to discover.
With over 80 anomalies, the game offers a lot of content for its price, and the developer is actively updating it, adding more challenges and features.
The atmosphere is immersive and charming, with clever and funny anomalies that keep players engaged and entertained.

Some players found the game lacking in challenge, with certain anomalies being too easy to spot or cheap jump scares that detracted from the experience.
There are complaints about technical issues, such as blinding white screens and performance problems on higher graphics settings.
A few players expressed dissatisfaction with the use of AI-generated content, feeling it detracted from the overall quality of the game.

humor
9 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by a clever mix of funny and eerie anomalies, with players appreciating the creative and hilarious nature of these elements. The amusing announcements and the overall charm contribute to a fun experience, making the game both entertaining and slightly spooky at times. Overall, the developers' enjoyment in crafting these humorous aspects is evident and well-received by players.
- “A fun exit 8-like game with a good mix of funny, scary, and weird anomalies.”
- “You can see the developer had a lot of fun creating some of these anomalies; there are some really hilarious ones!”
- “Very charming, funny, and at times a little spooky!”
replayability
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The game is highly regarded for its replayability, with users noting its fun gameplay and the abundance of anomalies to discover, making it a go-to choice for streaming and repeated playthroughs.
- “Incredibly fun and very replayable - a game I always reach for when wondering what to stream too!”
- “A great spot the difference horror game that has lots of anomalies to find with plenty of replayability.”
- “It has replay value in that there are a lot of anomalies to discover.”
graphics
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their incredible realism, particularly in the mid settings, which provide a good balance between performance and visual quality. However, users noted that lower settings, like "potato," significantly hinder gameplay, and the game can be slow on the highest graphics settings. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gaming experience, especially with the immersive voice acting.
- “The graphics are incredibly realistic, as well as the voice acting of the announcer.”
- “The graphics are barely acceptable, even on the second graphics setting; playing on lower settings is a struggle.”
- “The visuals are disappointing, making the game feel outdated and unpolished.”
- “The character models look like they belong in a much older game, lacking detail and depth.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a mix of nostalgia and emotional connection to the game, with some feeling a sense of aging due to specific announcements. The developer is praised for their friendly and approachable demeanor, as well as their responsiveness to player feedback, enhancing the overall emotional experience.
- “The creator of this game is super friendly and wholesome but also takes on feedback and suggestions like a champ!”
- “[spoiler] but I hate the dev for the one announcement in the game that made me feel old.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for being incredible, complemented by smooth performance and a variety of settings options that enhance the overall experience.
- “Incredible atmosphere, runs smoothly, and offers great settings options.”
gameplay
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
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