Nightwalker
- May 7, 2020
- Useless Machines
Get on SteamNightwalker is a short horror adventure game where you play as a fledgling investigator who, despite growing doubts, explores a haunted forest filled with tension, ambiance, and supernatural creatures. Gameplay features a stealth mechanic and small puzzles, but lacks jump and crouch options. The game delivers a chilling horror experience without these features, relying instead on atmospheric storytelling and eerie elements.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features well-done monsters and animations, with decent audio that contributes to the atmosphere.
- Some players found the gameplay enjoyable and fun, despite its simplicity and short length.
- The game shows potential for further development, with some unique ideas like Creature A.I.
- The game is very short, with completion times ranging from 20 minutes to just over an hour, leading many to feel it is more of a demo than a full game.
- There are concerns about the pricing, with many reviewers feeling it is overpriced for the content provided.
- The gameplay lacks depth and atmosphere, with many encounters being unchallenging and not genuinely scary.
- graphics8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally described as mediocre, lacking in detail and impact, with many reviewers noting that they are average at best. While the levels and artwork show some potential, overall, the visual presentation does not stand out and leaves room for improvement in future updates.
“The levels and artwork are decent.”
“Graphics and controls are also mediocre.”
“There's no real horror to be found here; the audio is very average, the gameplay is very average, and the graphics are very average.”
“Although the graphics are not that good, I hope they can further develop this game.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the effective use of music to create a sense of horror and find the puzzles and monsters engaging, others feel that the overall suspense and immersive atmosphere are lacking throughout the gameplay.
“The music really gives that atmospheric horror.”
“Very atmospheric, the puzzles were challenging and the monsters were hella scary!”
“But throughout the entirety of the game time, no real atmosphere or suspense is built at all.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 83 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as average, lacking any standout features or elements that elevate it beyond the norm. Overall, it fails to deliver a compelling experience, particularly in the horror genre.
“There's no real horror to be found here, the audio is very average, the gameplay is very average, the graphics are very average.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised as a standout feature, effectively enhancing the atmospheric horror experience. Reviewers emphasize its ability to create a haunting and immersive ambiance.
“The highlight of this game is the music.”
“The music really gives that atmospheric horror.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game suffers from poor optimization, which affects performance, but many reviewers still recommend it due to its unique approach and the need to support small developers in their initial projects.
