Midnight Prowl

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Midnight Prowl is a single player casual simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Yamoto and was released on September 27, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Midnight Prowl" is a Japanese horror exploration game, where you navigate a Japanese town after receiving a mysterious phone call from a friend. As a walking simulator, it heavily relies on its eerie atmosphere and immersive sound design to create a chilling experience. The game takes around 30-60 minutes to complete, and live streaming is encouraged with no advance notice needed. Note: including the game's store page URL in the summary section of the distribution page is appreciated.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

story1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique atmosphere and well-crafted characters, making it engaging and enjoyable.
The graphics and sound design are impressive, reminiscent of other successful indie horror games.
Players appreciated the two endings and the overall creativity of the game, finding it worth the price.

The game is very short, with some players completing it in under 20 minutes, which left them wanting more.
Several players experienced discomfort or dizziness due to the game's dark scenes and movement mechanics.
The good ending can feel obscure and unclear, particularly for players unfamiliar with the game's cultural context.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The graphics are generally described as "okay" but also evoke a unique, dreamlike quality reminiscent of Chilla's Art games. While some players appreciate the visual presentation, the overall impression is mixed, with a consensus that the graphics contribute to the game's creepy atmosphere.
- “Feels like a fever dream or something, but the presentation, sound design, and graphics remind me of Chilla's Art games.”
- “Good game, great graphics, creepy stalker.”
- “The graphics feel like a fever dream or something, reminiscent of Chilla's Art games.”
- “The graphics are okay, but the overall presentation feels very short and lacks depth.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming, and the game feels more like a walking simulator with minimal engagement.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is noted for its clarity and coherence, effectively complementing the narrative, which features two distinct endings.
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features a straightforward narrative complemented by a distinct atmosphere, offering players two different endings to explore.
- “From the atmosphere to the story, it is a clean cut game with two endings.”