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Noctuary

92%Game Brain Score
story, music
replayability, grinding
92% User Score Based on 130 reviews

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"Noctuary is a single-player Role Playing Visual Novel with an interesting plot and good soundtrack. Play as Fancia Dream and Alina Nightsong, two aspiring Arborangers, in a fairy-tale-like world, battling monsters called Darkritters and uncovering the story of a mysterious girl. Experience their daily adventures and master different skills to win battles."

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 130 reviews
story48 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game features a captivating story with well-developed characters and beautiful visuals, making it a highly immersive experience.
  • Combat is enjoyable and offers a good balance of challenge, especially during boss fights, while the soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere.
  • The game is rich in lore and world-building, providing players with a unique fantasy experience that keeps them engaged throughout.
  • The game has a slow start with excessive exposition and dialogue, which may deter players looking for more action early on.
  • There are noticeable issues with the English translation, including typos and awkward phrasing that can disrupt immersion.
  • Some players may find the combat system lacking depth and variety, particularly due to the limited number of playable characters.
  • story
    170 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is widely praised for its depth, character development, and engaging plot twists, particularly in the latter half, which captivates players and enhances their investment in the characters. While some found the beginning slow and the English translation lacking, the overall narrative is described as immersive and rich, with multiple endings and side quests that add to the lore. However, a few reviewers noted inconsistencies and predictability in certain plot points, suggesting that while the story is strong, it could benefit from deeper exploration of its darker themes.

    • “The story keeps you interested with rising action; the combat gameplay is fun, though occasionally you wish there was just a bit more of it. The soundtrack is great, and the visuals are charming.”
    • “I became so invested in the story and characters that during my playthrough, there were points where I stopped because I was trying to theorize and figure out the story because it was just that interesting to me.”
    • “The tone shift in the story was also done extremely well and drew me super deep, which in turn really got me heavily invested in the characters.”
    • “The story just degenerates into nothingness and then moves to a post-game 'mission select' setting.”
    • “There is no ending to the story.”
    • “The art is good and up until a certain point I thought the story was a bit bland and had some inconsistencies.”
  • music
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its outstanding quality, with a relaxing soundtrack that enhances the immersive experience and evokes a cinematic feel. Players appreciate the extensive collection of over 90 tracks available for free download with the game purchase, highlighting the soundtrack as a significant highlight alongside the visuals and gameplay. Overall, the music is described as beautiful and a joy to listen to, contributing greatly to the game's polished presentation.

    • “The soundtrack for this game is outstanding.”
    • “The artwork and musical scores were both incredibly fantastic, both being an absolute joy to listen to and look at.”
    • “The music is lovely and is definitely one of the highlights.”
    • “The game freezes in place (not a crash, more like a pause) when you change tabs and you can also make it mute background music, until you decide you're ready and click back on it (the little things add up).”
    • “The arts, music, stories, gameplay, etc.”
    • “Music is very relaxed most of the time, which gives you a movie feeling when you're playing, and you can download the soundtrack for free if you buy the game, which has more than 90+ tracks.”
  • graphics
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals, including gorgeous character art and a well-designed interface. Reviewers highlight the artwork and overall aesthetic as captivating, often noting that the visuals enhance the storytelling experience. While the game is described as simple in terms of mechanics, the emphasis on high-quality graphics and dynamic character designs significantly contributes to its appeal.

    • “I happened to come across this game and was immediately drawn in by the visuals.”
    • “This is quite a simple game, graphically and mechanically.”
    • “Overall, it's obvious they put more effort into the graphics than the story or battle mechanics of the game.”
    • “The artwork and musical scores were both incredibly fantastic, both being an absolute joy to listen to and look at.”
  • gameplay
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring fun combat moments and a unique equipment system, though some players feel it could benefit from more action and less dialogue-heavy early sections. While the visuals and soundtrack are praised, the gameplay is described as simple and occasionally lacking depth, with performance issues noted on the Steam Deck during intense moments. Overall, the game captivates players with its charm, but there are areas for improvement in gameplay mechanics.

    • “The gameplay is actual gameplay and challenging too with a unique equipment system.”
    • “This game captivated me (almost) throughout the game; whether it's story or gameplay, I was hooked.”
    • “Good art, good gameplay, good work.”
    • “The gameplay can still be improved.”
    • “The reason why I said 'almost' in the previous paragraph is because the early game is mostly filled with dialogues between characters rather than action, which means players attracted to the game for its gameplay will have to go through this boring process, especially when the game only allows you to enter battles if the selected event is marked as 'combat'.”
    • “Overall, it's obvious they put more effort into the graphics than the story or battle mechanics of the game.”
  • character development
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is generally well-received, with players praising the quality of character design and the dynamic relationships between characters. The polished aesthetic, including a visually appealing radial skill system and high-quality voiceovers, enhances the overall experience, making it one of the standout features of the game.

    • “Character development and relationships are pretty good.”
    • “This game has one of the best character designs I have ever seen in any game.”
    • “I was pretty sold up front on the gorgeous radial skill system and the character designs/aesthetic in general, but the characters and canto/trad cn voice over are really high-quality and dynamic too.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is initially amusing but tends to lose its impact over time, leading to a more subdued experience. Players appreciate the comedic guides provided, which add to the overall enjoyment.

    • “Additionally, thanks for the funny guides, Yuya.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong desire for additional playable characters, indicating that the current roster may limit replayability. The call for more character options suggests that expanding this aspect could enhance the overall experience and encourage players to revisit the game.

    • “I wish there were more playable characters to explore different strategies.”
    • “The variety of playable characters really enhances the replayability.”
    • “Having more playable characters would make each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “I wish there were more playable characters.”
    • “Is there a possibility of adding more playable characters?”
    • “I really wish there were more playable characters.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be minimal, noting that it primarily becomes an issue for those aiming for 100% completion. Overall, the grind is considered manageable and not overly burdensome.

    • “A little grindy, but only if you care about 100% completion.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that the game's emotional impact is heightened by a well-timed increase in difficulty, which effectively mirrors the escalating seriousness of the narrative. This shift not only enhances the player's engagement but also deepens the portrayal of the story's descent into turmoil.

    • “Now even though the gameplay starts off easy, it picks up pace at just the right point in the story to not only add to the seriousness of the situation, but the massive difficulty spike really made me feel how downhill everything is meant to be portrayed.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game experiences temporary freezes when switching tabs, resembling a pause rather than a crash. This feature allows players to mute background music until they return, which some find adds to the overall experience.

    • “The game freezes in place (not a crash, more like a pause) when you change tabs, and it can also mute the background music until you decide you're ready and click back on it. The little things add up.”

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6h Median play time
6h Average play time
6-6h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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