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Nightwalker

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64%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, optimization
Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
74% User Score Based on 38 reviews

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Nightwalker is a single player survival simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Useless Machines and was released on May 7, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Nightwalker is a short horror adventure game with classic horror game elements. The game offers some, but not many unique gameplay features that leaves a fresh taste in your mouth.

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74%Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews
atmosphere4 positive mentions
graphics4 negative mentions
  • 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.

  • graphics

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    13% positive mentions, 37% 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.”

  • atmosphere

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, 16% 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.”

  • gameplay

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    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.”

  • music

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    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.”

  • optimization

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    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.

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Nightwalker is a survival simulation game with horror theme. Common tags for Nightwalker include first-person, indie, exploration, atmospheric, dark and others.

Nightwalker is available on PC and Windows.

Nightwalker was released on May 7, 2020.

Nightwalker was developed by Useless Machines.

Nightwalker has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Nightwalker for its atmosphere but disliked it for its graphics.

Nightwalker is a single player game.

Similar games include Reveal, Number 217721, Music Man 2: New land, Terro Lunkka Adventures, Crows and others.