NiGHT SIGNAL
- November 7, 2022
- Night Signal Entertainment
NiGHT SIGNAL is a frightening first-person horror game, inspired by The Twilight Zone, where you uncover strange broadcasts on an eccentric television set in a 1960s-style America. Manipulate antenna to pick up unusual signals, document your eerie findings with a TV Guide, and delve into an unsettling atmosphere with handmade creatures and a haunting soundtrack. Explore four channels of original programming, and unlock an in-game art book detailing the game's development history.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and imaginative experience with charming claymation and a creepy atmosphere.
- It provides a fun, short horror experience that doesn't overstay its welcome, making it memorable.
- The developer's artistry and creativity shine through, making it a worthwhile play for fans of surreal horror.
- The game is criticized for being too short and potentially overpriced for its length, with many reviews suggesting it should be cheaper.
- Gameplay can be confusing and frustrating, with unclear instructions and trial-and-error mechanics that may annoy players.
- Technical issues and glitches have been reported, affecting the overall experience, especially on certain platforms like the Steam Deck.
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its intriguing and fun qualities, reflecting the developer's passion in its design. Players particularly appreciate the unique clay creature designs, which contribute to the overall immersive experience.
“Great game that has atmosphere and intrigue.”
“This game really exudes a fun atmosphere, and I can tell the developer had a great time making it, as evident from the gameplay and the art book.”
“Love the clay creature designs and the atmosphere.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a multimedia vision and a passionate design, though it may lack depth. Players engage with unique entities emerging from the TV, requiring distinct strategies reminiscent of games like Five Nights at Freddy's and Emily Wants to Play.
“Each entity that comes from the TV must be dealt with in unique ways in gameplay, somewhat similar to Five Nights at Freddy's or perhaps Emily Wants to Play.”
“While it doesn't have too much going on in the gameplay department, this game was clearly made with a multimedia vision in mind and plenty of passion to back it up.”
“When the night's broadcast ends, the main gameplay kicks in.”
“Each entity that comes from the TV must be dealt with in unique ways in gameplay, somewhat similar to FNAF or perhaps Emily Wants to Play.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are noted for their entertaining quality, effectively enhancing the unsettling atmosphere reminiscent of the Twilight Zone. This visual style complements the daytime TV theme, contributing to a sense of unease that permeates the gameplay.
“The graphics are incredibly immersive, creating a sense of unease throughout the whole game that pulls heavily from the Twilight Zone aesthetic.”
“The daytime TV segments feature entertaining graphics and engaging dialogue that enhance the overall experience.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
“The character models look stiff and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the story.”
“The environments feel bland and uninspired, failing to immerse players in the game world.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely criticized for being unremarkable and annoying, with users noting that it lacks substance and fails to deliver genuine comedic value. Instead of engaging or entertaining, it often resorts to repetitive and tedious elements, such as prolonged sound effects, which detract from the overall experience.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be boring and tedious, leading to a negative experience.
“It is boring and tedious.”
“The grinding feels endless and unfulfilling.”
“I find myself doing the same tasks over and over without any real reward.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the option to turn off sound effects while keeping the music and TV sound, allowing for a more tailored audio experience.
“The music in the game creates an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
“I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
“The ability to customize the music settings allows for a personalized gaming experience.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
“The background music is often too loud, drowning out important sound effects and dialogue.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has limited replayability, lasting only about 60 minutes, which leads some users to recommend purchasing it on sale.
“Recommended to purchase on sale since it lasts about 60 minutes and there's no replayability.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players have reported experiencing several glitches and bugs, including critical issues such as dying unexpectedly during key moments, which detracts from the overall stability of the game.
“I encountered a few glitches and bugs during play, including dying during the end scene, which I couldn't avoid!”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
“I experienced constant frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the overall experience.”