My Night Job

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In "My Night Job," players work the night shift as a custodian in a creepy building, where they must clean up messes while avoiding menacing monsters. With each successful night, players can upgrade their character and uncover clues about the building's dark past. The game combines frantic cleaning mechanics with strategic survival tactics for a unique horror experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

63%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is a fun and addictive arcade-style experience, perfect for short sessions and filled with references to classic horror movies.
It features engaging gameplay that requires tactical thinking and offers a compelling challenge, making it enjoyable for fans of old-school arcade games.
The pixel art and overall aesthetic are charming, with a lot of detail and humor that enhances the experience.

The game can become repetitive due to its limited content, primarily focusing on a single level and lacking variety in gameplay.
Players may find the controls frustrating, especially with compatibility issues for certain controllers.
The lack of clear instructions and objectives can lead to confusion, making it difficult for players to understand how to progress or utilize game mechanics effectively.

gameplay
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is deceptively simple yet requires significant tactical thinking, balancing the need to rescue civilians, protect the house from monsters, and ensure survival. Sessions are short and intense, typically lasting around half an hour, and the game is filled with references and easter eggs that enhance the experience. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, it may not be the standout feature for all players.
- “This is a deceptively simple game - basic mechanics, but demanding more tactical thinking than it looks at first glance.”
- “The core gameplay involves juggling your need to rescue civilians (a must), keep the monsters from destroying the house (or you lose), and staying alive.”
- “Honestly, as much fun as the game is, my favorite part about this isn't the gameplay.”
- “It's got lots of references and easter eggs, has short tense gameplay (you should finish a game in half an hour), and ... I dunno, something else good.”
story
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing the importance of resilience. However, some users find the lack of clear objectives and instructions frustrating, which detracts from their overall engagement with the narrative.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “The story and background are incredibly engaging, drawing you into the world and making you feel invested in the characters and their journeys.”
- “The narrative is rich and immersive, with twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “Honestly, the fact that the story and background provide really no objective or instructions on what to do to complete a level (if there even are any and it isn't literally just this same house every time) really bugs me.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters or care about their journey.”
- “I found the narrative to be confusing and poorly executed, leaving me frustrated rather than engaged.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's art and arcade feel but express frustration with the excessive grinding required for achievements and high scores, noting that while the main game can be completed quickly, the post-game experience heavily relies on repetitive tasks.
- “I really like the art, the concept, the references, and I'm even kinda partial to the game's overall arcade feel, but there's a lot of grinding, and it feels like it was designed to be won with the trophies from grinding.”
- “You can beat the game rather quickly (took me an hour, that is 4 attempts), and from then on it's achievement grinding or getting the high score.”
graphics
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a vibrant, cartoonish pixel art style reminiscent of the Metal Slug series, featuring well-animated visuals and a strong influence from horror media. This colorful aesthetic, combined with constant action, enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Aesthetically, it's quite similar to what I've seen in the Metal Slug games, featuring lots of colorful, cartoony, and well-animated pixel violence.”
- “The art style, references to horror media, and constant action make it really enjoyable.”
music
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be challenging yet enjoyable, with a notable sense of humor that enhances the overall experience.
- “Goddamn hard, but fun and funny.”