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Midnight Swamp

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67%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
gameplay, monetization
95% User Score Based on 21 reviews

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Midnight Swamp is a single player action game. It was developed by WildOmul and was released on October 9, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A mysterious laugh echoed from the lake on that restless summer night. One careless step outside the tent — and you find yourself dragged into a dark world of shifting swamps, inhabited by strange creatures and filled with hidden secrets. Soon, a talking Cat convinces you to enter the inhospitable castle rising above the swamp, while the Witch from the gingerbread house teaches you the b…

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews
story6 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • The game features charming hand-drawn art and a delightful atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • Puzzles are well-designed, clever, and satisfying without being overly difficult, making for an enjoyable gameplay experience.
  • The game offers a short but engaging story that keeps players hooked, with a good hint system to assist when needed.
  • The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content and a longer adventure.
  • The story, while enjoyable, lacks depth and could benefit from more narrative development.
  • Some players experienced technical issues, particularly on Linux, which affected their overall enjoyment.
  • story
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is a blend of inspiration from the Strugatsky brothers and engaging elements that create an immersive atmosphere. While some players found the narrative lacking in depth, others praised it for being delightful and well-balanced with the game's mechanics and puzzles. Overall, the story is considered a strong aspect that enhances the classic point-and-click experience.

    • “An interesting story, various game mechanics, and enjoyable puzzles.”
    • “The game really hooked me with its atmosphere and engaging storyline.”
    • “It’s a classic point and click puzzle game with a surprisingly deep story that kept me hooked till the end.”
    • “The setting is heavily inspired by the Strugatsky brothers' novel, and I wish it had more actual story to tell.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Midnight Swamp is characterized by its engaging story, diverse mechanics, and enjoyable puzzles, leaning more towards a puzzle adventure format rather than traditional point-and-click. Players are captivated by the atmospheric graphics and the intriguing exploration elements, which combine to create a memorable and immersive experience filled with challenges to solve.

    • “An interesting story, various game mechanics, and enjoyable puzzles.”
    • “The graphics particularly impressed me - the gloomy marshland landscapes, mysterious creatures, and puzzles hidden literally everywhere made the gameplay unforgettable.”
    • “Add to that intriguing exploration mechanics and challenges that need solving to progress further, and you've got the perfect recipe for an awesome evening in front of the screen.”
    • “Midnight Swamp is closer to a puzzle adventure game than to a point-and-click. The narrative, interactions with NPCs, and the inventory-based puzzles are not the main focus of the gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay feels disjointed and lacks a cohesive flow, making it difficult to stay engaged.”
    • “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers suggest that the monetization model resembles that of mobile games, typically involving either intermittent advertisements or a one-time fee of around $3 to access the full game.

    • “This feels like a game you'd play on your phone with either occasional ads or $3 to unlock the full game.”
    • “The monetization model is frustrating, as it constantly pushes you to spend money to enjoy basic features.”
    • “I can't believe how many in-game purchases are required just to progress; it feels like a cash grab.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its traditional point-and-click design, which combines engaging storytelling with a cozy yet mysterious vibe. The art and music complement each other effectively, enhancing the overall immersive experience.

    • “Design-wise, this is a traditional point-and-click puzzle adventure with great vibes and atmosphere.”
    • “The game really hooked me with its atmosphere and engaging storyline.”
    • “The art and music fit perfectly, creating a cozy yet mysterious atmosphere.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features unexpected humorous moments that provide a refreshing contrast to the often serious tone typical of its genre, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The game has some funny moments, which was a nice surprise because, for some reason, games of this type tend to take themselves too seriously.”
    • “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever writing and hilarious character interactions that kept me laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the game balances its serious themes with lighthearted jokes and absurd situations that never fail to amuse.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its ability to complement the art, contributing to a cozy yet mysterious atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The art and music fit perfectly, creating a cozy yet mysterious atmosphere.”
    • “But with much nicer art and music.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised for their captivating art style, featuring gloomy marshland landscapes and intriguing creatures that enhance the overall experience. The visual design not only makes the game visually appealing but also complements the exploration of hidden puzzles throughout the environment.

    • “It's your classic point-and-click puzzle game in a wonderful art style that made everything interesting to look at.”
    • “The graphics particularly impressed me - the gloomy marshland landscapes, mysterious creatures, and puzzles hidden literally everywhere made the gameplay unforgettable.”
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Midnight Swamp is a action game.

Midnight Swamp is available on PC and Windows.

Midnight Swamp was released on October 9, 2025.

Midnight Swamp was developed by WildOmul.

Midnight Swamp has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Midnight Swamp is a single player game.

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