Midnight Snack

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Midnight Snack is a single player action game with a horror theme. It was developed by Desborde Games and was released on May 2, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Midnight Snack is a surreal first-person horror game where you navigate a haunting forest using microwave dials as controls. This experimental mechanic locks movement based on set time, creating tense decision-making while searching for a midnight snack. Its retro pixel-art style and brief duration deliver a compact yet unsettling nightmare experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 118 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and interesting control mechanic using microwave dials, which adds tension and creativity to the gameplay.
It's a short and sweet horror experience that doesn't overstay its welcome, making it perfect for a quick playthrough.
The atmosphere and sound design effectively contribute to the horror elements, creating a surprisingly engaging experience for a free game.

The game lacks depth and substance, with a very simple story and minimal exploration opportunities.
The controls, while unique, can feel clunky and cumbersome, making gameplay frustrating at times.
The game is extremely short, with some players feeling it doesn't provide enough content or challenge to be memorable.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique and creative movement mechanic that adds tension and challenge, particularly in horror scenarios. While many players appreciate the innovative design and find it engaging, some note that the game is quite short, which may limit its overall impact. Overall, the gameplay is described as interesting and fun, making it worth a try despite its brevity.
- “The unique movement mechanic is so cool and not too hard to get the hang of while still adding challenge and suspense!”
- “A really unique, interesting, and fun gameplay experience that is really short, which is a shame since I'd love to see it last a little longer as the atmosphere and gameplay are really well done.”
- “Great visuals and a very original gameplay mechanic, best experienced at midnight.”
- “I just finished it in 30 minutes and the gameplay is not really interesting.”
- “Fun short game and I like the idea of using dials to control movement; I'm actually glad it's short because a game using this mechanic for an extended time can get tedious.”
- “The gameplay itself is short but sweet.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as simple and short, with some reviewers finding it entertaining while others criticize it for being vague and lacking depth. Despite its simplicity, some players appreciate its potential to redefine interactive storytelling, though it may not be the most engaging aspect of the game.
- “Man, what an excellent story!”
- “It's about redefining the very limits of what interactive storytelling can achieve.”
- “The storyline is simple and entertaining.”
- “An incredibly vague story with nothing connecting any of the (very few) elements.”
- “Very short storyline, not really scary.”
- “Story was simple.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game evoke a nostalgic 3D retro aesthetic reminiscent of the N64 era, which some players find charming. While the visuals may not be groundbreaking or particularly memorable, they effectively contribute to the game's atmosphere and tension, enhancing the overall experience despite their simplicity. Overall, the art style and unique gameplay mechanics are appreciated, especially in the context of a short horror game.
- “I like most short horror games of this sort, the graphics have a 3D retro kind of appeal, giving off the old N64 kind of vibe.”
- “Great visuals and a very original gameplay mechanic, best experienced at midnight.”
- “Once you get past the amazement of how the game is on the door of a microwave, the actual visuals themselves aren't all that impressive or memorable.”
- “Not super scary and the visuals aren't anything special.”
- “Premise is really fitting, visuals and controls actually give me a nightmare-like feeling, especially later in the game when you desperately want to be more agile.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted to be somewhat unoptimized, with reports of occasional crashes experienced by players.
- “A little unoptimized; it crashed on me once or twice.”
- “The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops.”
- “I experienced multiple crashes due to poor optimization, which really affected my gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks any original music, relying solely on sound effects that users describe as generic and reminiscent of free stock audio.
- “The game has no music, and all the sound effects feel like free stock effects.”
- “The soundtrack is completely forgettable and adds nothing to the overall experience.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks any real variety, making it a chore to listen to.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is described as unique and engaging, with some players finding it intriguingly creepy. While the gameplay experience is enjoyable, many express a desire for a longer duration to fully appreciate the well-crafted atmosphere. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a strong point, enhanced by interesting features like the microwave mechanic.
- “A really unique, interesting, and fun gameplay experience that is really short, which is a shame since I'd love to see it last a little longer as the atmosphere and gameplay are really well done.”
- “The whole microwave feature is cool, and the atmosphere is done pretty well.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “Despite some interesting elements, the overall atmosphere lacks depth and fails to engage the player.”
- “The game has potential, but the atmosphere is dull and doesn't evoke any real emotions.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's brevity, noting that the unique dial-based movement mechanic keeps it engaging, but express relief that it doesn't extend too long, as prolonged use could become tedious.
- “The game is fun in short bursts, but the grinding becomes tedious over time.”
- “I appreciate the unique mechanics, but the repetitive grinding really drags the experience down.”
- “While the game has potential, the excessive grinding makes it feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”