Night Delivery

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Night Delivery is a single player casual simulation game with horror, mystery and anime themes. It was developed by chill_my_art and was released on June 4, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Night Delivery is a first-person puzzle game set in a surreal, constantly shifting city. As a delivery driver, you must navigate narrow alleyways, dark rooftops, and twisting corridors to deliver packages on time. With each successful delivery, the city becomes more complex, challenging you to find new routes and strategies to complete your rounds. Use your wits and quick reflexes to overcome obstacles, avoid hazards, and become the best nighttime courier in town.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 523 reviews

story30 positive mentions

gameplay6 negative mentions

The game has a great atmosphere and effectively builds tension throughout the experience.
There are some genuinely good jump scares that catch players off guard.
The story, while simple, touches on deeper themes of mental health and societal issues, making it more engaging.

The game frequently crashes and lacks a save feature, leading to frustrating restarts.
Gameplay can feel repetitive, especially with backtracking and fetch quests.
Some players found the story confusing and difficult to follow, particularly with the endings.

story
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it intriguing and emotionally resonant, particularly in its exploration of themes like mental health and isolation, while others criticize it for being confusing and poorly delivered. Many reviews highlight the need for players to engage deeply with the narrative through collectibles and notes to fully appreciate the plot, which can lead to a rewarding but sometimes tedious experience. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a key aspect that can either enhance or detract from the gameplay, depending on the player's investment and understanding.
- “The story is really interesting though super cryptic; you really have to search and think about the evidence you find to figure it out.”
- “Tension builds up really nicely, the ambience is haunting, and the story really delivers.”
- “Another Chilla's Art winner, as you set out to do your job as a delivery man, you slowly piece together a story of sadness, isolation, and disdain.”
- “The story is another major letdown.”
- “The poorly designed gameplay, confusing story, and lackluster horror elements make it a disappointing experience.”
- “Maybe I would've enjoyed the game more if it was just a parcel delivery simulator, but the story is a complete mess.”
atmosphere
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is a significant highlight, with many players praising its ability to create a creepy and unsettling environment through effective sound design and visuals. However, some reviews note that technical issues and lackluster graphics can detract from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the game is generally regarded as a strong atmospheric horror experience, particularly for fans of the genre.
- “The atmosphere is all out here, this game is the literal magnum opus of how to have an immersive, nerve-wrecking, on edge atmosphere.”
- “The sounds, visuals, and the general atmosphere are all really well done and when the big scares actually come they hit you hard.”
- “The atmosphere is great and it got me good, that's better than I expected for $3.”
- “The atmosphere, which is supposed to be one of the game's strongest points, is undermined by lackluster graphics and poor sound design.”
- “I tried to immerse myself in the atmosphere, but it simply wasn't effective.”
- “The atmosphere is unnerving, and leaves you to guess if you are being followed by someone or something.”
graphics
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the unique VHS aesthetic and atmospheric visuals that enhance the horror experience. However, some criticize the grainy and distorted graphics, which can be visually uncomfortable, and note performance issues like low framerate. Overall, while the graphics contribute positively to the game's eerie atmosphere, they may not appeal to everyone due to their stylistic choices.
- “The spooky atmosphere of a way too quiet urban area, mixed with absolutely uncanny graphics, had me hooked from the first minute to the last.”
- “I loved the VHS tape style of the graphics, which is a common trait of games made by Chilla's Art. The only issue was, I wish the lag was lesser and the story with the ending was slightly more direct.”
- “The setting, creepy noises, that typical eerie and uncomfortable feeling when playing, the amazing graphics and effects, it was all spot on for me.”
- “The atmosphere, which is supposed to be one of the game's strongest points, is undermined by lackluster graphics and poor sound design.”
- “Noticed for the most part that most of the characters had better graphics/looked less blursed than usual, except the one girl with the bedframe and the baby.”
- “Omg please no... this game is horrible in graphics it makes my eyes bleed then add in running around doing chores just to deliver packages.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has been criticized for being overly repetitive and lacking innovation, with many players finding the core mechanics monotonous and tedious. While some appreciate the simple controls and puzzle elements, others feel that the overall experience is marred by technical issues and a weak horror atmosphere. Despite these drawbacks, a few players enjoyed the exploration aspects and found the gameplay engaging in certain contexts.
- “Good game with good mechanics and puzzles.”
- “The atmosphere is great and the gameplay is simple.”
- “Good gameplay, mystery story!”
- “The gameplay in this one is really repetitive.”
- “Firstly, the gameplay is painfully repetitive.”
- “The core mechanic of delivering packages quickly becomes monotonous, with little variation or innovation to keep the experience fresh.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as a mix of intentional and unintentional moments, with NPC interactions and certain scenes eliciting laughter, albeit not always as intended. While some players found the humor charming and enjoyable, others noted that it often fell flat or felt out of place, contributing to a quirky overall experience. Despite its flaws, the game's odd charm and occasional funny glitches added to its appeal for some players.
- “A highlight for me would be certain NPC interactions, due to the humor.”
- “I will say that one part in particular made me almost die from laughter (unintentionally), but that just made the game better in my eyes.”
- “I enjoyed the game for its odd charm, storytelling, and funny interactions.”
- “In some locations, you are in complete darkness and have to find something to unblock the doors; it's not funny at all.”
- “- Not funny, nor scary.”
- “I don't think they were supposed to be funny.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of frequent crashes, freezes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay and force players to restart. Many users express frustration over losing progress due to these issues, indicating that the game is plagued by significant bugs that detract from the overall experience. While some minor clipping glitches are noted, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game is extremely unstable.
- “I encountered several bugs, including game freezes and glitches that forced me to restart from the beginning.”
- “Love Chilla's art games, but this game crashes and freezes way too often.”
- “Personally wasted 3 hours and three runs of unsuccessful endings due to freezes.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and drawn out, with slow pacing that exacerbates the repetitiveness of tasks. While some appreciate the quirky elements and the nostalgic vibe, many feel that the grinding, particularly in certain quests, detracts from the overall enjoyment and can lead to frustration.
- “The pacing is incredibly slow, making the already tedious tasks feel even more drawn out.”
- “The thing that tipped the scales to make this game get a negative score is the way that the second to last 'quest' is just incredibly tedious with you riding a very slow elevator up and down over and over again going between two characters.”
- “Overall it was pretty tedious but not in a quirky kind of way.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some players experiencing significant performance issues and crashes, while others report smooth gameplay on higher-end systems like the GTX 1080. Overall, many users express hope for future fixes, but recommend caution until the optimization problems are addressed.
- “There was something about this one that hooked me in, even if it does get a bit repetitive and suffers from the same not-so-great optimization that most Chilla's games experience.”
- “I've heard performance can vary, but I didn't have any problems on my GTX 1080.”
- “Would not recommend until they've fixed the performance issues.”
- “Hoping that Chilla's Art will still fix the mouse and performance issues outlined above; I will still recommend the game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the second part is noted for creating an unsettling atmosphere, effectively enhancing the game's tension and contributing to jump scares, with players appreciating both the sound effects and the overall musical composition.
- “I did get jump scared a couple of times, and I really enjoyed the sound effects and music.”
- “The music and atmosphere in the second part were truly unsettling.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted as a hallmark of Japanese storytelling, evoking strong feelings reminiscent of the reviewer’s experiences with other impactful narratives, such as Resident Evil 7 in VR. This depth of emotion is a significant and appreciated element of the game's appeal.
- “The story had the emotional depth that is so typical of Japanese storytelling, and it's one of my favorite aspects of the culture.”
- “The only thing I've experienced that made me feel this ill was perhaps playing Resident Evil 7 in VR.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is largely lacking, resulting in a disconnect that makes it difficult for players to engage with the protagonist or feel invested in their journey.
- “The character development is virtually nonexistent, making it hard to care about the protagonist or their plight.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack any meaningful growth throughout the game.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, leaving me disconnected from their journeys.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers minimal replayability, primarily appealing to players who are interested in completing all achievements.
- “The game has little to no replay value, unless you want to get all the achievements.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there's not much incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of varied endings makes replaying the game feel pointless.”