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The afterlife is now digital. Discover that eternal life comes with sacrifice in the first chapter of a genre-defying RPG with unique rhythm combat.

Nocturne screenshot
Nocturne screenshot
Nocturne screenshot
Nocturne screenshot
Nocturne screenshot
Nocturne screenshot
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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 299 reviews
story99 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions

  • The game features a unique blend of rhythm gameplay and RPG elements, providing an engaging and fresh experience.
  • The art style and music are beautifully crafted, creating a nostalgic and immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • The story, while still developing, is intriguing and captivates players, leaving them eager for more content.
  • The game currently lacks content, with only one chapter available, leading to a short gameplay experience of about 1-2 hours.
  • Random encounters can feel tedious and disrupt exploration, as they often lead to repetitive rhythm battles without significant rewards.
  • Some players have reported issues with the combat mechanics, including difficulty spikes and unclear feedback during rhythm sections.
  • story
    185 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has received mixed feedback, with many players finding it intriguing and captivating, particularly praising its unique premise and character development. While some reviewers noted pacing issues and a lack of depth in the demo, others expressed excitement for the potential of the narrative as it unfolds. Overall, the combination of an engaging storyline, beautiful art, and a rhythm-based gameplay mechanic has left players eager for more content and development.

    • “The story is phenomenal so far, very mysterious and thought-provoking.”
    • “The story had me captivated! All of the characters are super interesting, and they all have their own distinct personality which makes the story even more intriguing.”
    • “I love the story, I love the music, and I love the exploration.”
    • “The story from what I saw is very simple; it's a chosen one isekai.”
    • “Overall I really don't want to keep playing, I'd like to see more of the world and the story and just hope things get better because the setting is intriguing at least, but it's just not worth it to go through all the other stuff to get to it.”
    • “While not exactly 'bad', it moves way, way too fast, with zero downtime between any plot events.”
  • music
    147 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its engaging and varied compositions, effectively enhancing the rhythm-based combat and overall atmosphere. Players appreciate the clever integration of unique tracks for different enemies, which keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting. While some critiques mention a desire for more song variety and occasional mismatches in mood, the overall sentiment is that the soundtrack is a standout feature that elevates the gaming experience.

    • “The music between fights and story-specific areas is delightful, and within the areas attempting to shift the tone to a more unsettling vibe, does so very well.”
    • “The music is fantastic and it's been so long since I've found a rhythm game that hits all those buttons for me, even in such a brief adventure.”
    • “The art design is fantastic and original, just like the story, and the music was exhilarating, yet very fitting for the fantasy setting.”
    • “The music was okay but not redeemable for the rest of the game.”
    • “My one criticism for the game is that the music doesn't grab me nor feel like it has a great beat.”
    • “Hope the final game has a lot of song variety and remixes, so that it does not become too repetitive.”
  • gameplay
    78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received a mix of praise and criticism, with many players highlighting its polished mechanics, unique rhythm-based combat, and engaging RPG elements. While some found the experience repetitive or short, others appreciated the challenge and depth it offers, particularly in its integration of music and battle mechanics. Overall, the game shows promise with its intriguing world design and potential for future content, leaving players eager for more.

    • “The gameplay itself is well-handled in my opinion, and the range of difficulty has been finely tweaked.”
    • “The rhythm combat is like I've never seen before in another game with its smooth gameplay and studio-quality soundtracks.”
    • “The settings are created with so much detail, the story is intriguing, the characters feel real, and the gameplay keeps you on your toes and manages to evade that dreaded repetitive feel with a wide range of original tracks.”
    • “The game claims to be v1.1 but it has only 1 chapter, which got me only 1 hour of gameplay.”
    • “Repetitive gameplay paired with bland characters makes this game not that great...”
    • “On higher difficulties, the mechanics break down a bit.”
  • graphics
    53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beautiful pixel art and nostalgic aesthetic, reminiscent of classic titles. Many players appreciate the art style and animations, noting that they enhance the overall experience, while some mention minor issues with map detail and character animations. Overall, the visuals are considered stunning and well-crafted, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.

    • “The visuals are amazing, with the pixel art perfectly crafted to create a sense of otherworldliness.”
    • “Beautiful graphics.”
    • “The art style is beautiful with detailed animated pixel art.”
    • “While the writing is overall okay, there's much more explicit statement and spoonfeeding of exposition than there is through world exploration or visuals.”
    • “Graphics are hard to make, and Nocturne's style isn't bad (and isn't the focal point), but there are a few flat-color floors that I wish had more detail, and I wish the main character had some more fluid moving animations.”
    • “The overworld plays like an RPG Maker game (but with a more robust engine and graphics), and the combat is a rhythm game.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game offers strong replayability due to its multiple difficulty settings and hidden elements, encouraging players to revisit it despite its short length. Users appreciate the balance of challenge and accessibility, which enhances the game's longevity and enjoyment.

    • “While short given it's a prelude, multiple difficulty offerings and hidden gems on the map offer replayability beyond the main storyline, and I definitely see myself revisiting it.”
    • “It manages to retain some difficulty but is not impossible to overcome, and the different settings for difficulty help add some replay value.”
    • “I'm also a really big fan of all the difficulty options to choose from (even if some seem downright impossible even in the early game), which makes it seem like this game's going to have a lot of replayability in the future.”
  • grinding
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while random encounters initially provide excitement, they quickly become repetitive and tedious, discouraging exploration. The requirement to engage in rhythm-based combat keeps players involved but can lead to frustration, especially when having to replay cutscenes during boss battles. Overall, the grinding feels like filler, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “First of all, the random encounters work in past games because they needed that extra time in the game and you win something out of it. In a rhythm game, playing the same song over and over without the ability to skip after you've done it perfectly is boring and tedious.”
    • “While the random encounters started out as fun, they quickly became repetitive and kind of tedious, which discouraged me from exploration as I didn't want to stumble upon more enemies.”
    • “Mainly, random encounters, while fun, do feel like a bit of filler, and having to continue during the boss battle makes it tedious when you need to see the entire cutscene again.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its emotional depth and unique storytelling, complemented by fitting music that enhances the experience. Players appreciate the immersive world and engaging dialogues, making it a standout feature despite its shorter length.

    • “The end of this game will leave you with a lot of emotion, and I can't recommend this game enough to anyone who loves a good storyline and a fun and unique atmosphere.”
    • “Prelude is a pretty short game, but it has a good story and great dialogues, and this world has a totally incredible atmosphere.”
    • “The music also fits the characteristics of the enemies as well as the atmosphere of your surroundings.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its hilarious characters and clever, amusing tidbits that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the combination of a rich world and a beautiful soundtrack, which complements the comedic elements and keeps them engaged and entertained.

    • “Hilarious characters, a rich world, and a beautiful soundtrack make this incredibly worth it, even though it's free.”
    • “Aside from that, it's beautiful to look at and listen to. The story is good, the little funny tidbits are great, and I look forward to more!”
    • “I was eagerly laughing while stroking the right keys to make a most excellent song.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews highlight a mixed emotional impact; while some players feel a lack of attachment to characters due to insufficient development, others praise the game "Nocturne" for its original and deeply philosophical narrative that evokes strong feelings about profound themes like consciousness and mortality.

    • “With a breathtakingly original and touching story, Nocturne will pull you into its bleak, philosophical realm and answer deep questions about consciousness, memory, and death.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has received criticism for sluggish movement and lag in large scenes, impacting overall gameplay experience. Additionally, players have suggested improvements such as customizable key mapping and a more accessible difficulty mode for those less skilled in rhythm games.

    • “The game is charming and interesting, even for those who may not excel at rhythm games.”
    • “The game isn't very optimized and lags in large scenes.”
    • “The running feels slow and makes the walking seem more like a trudge.”
    • “The keys used in battle should be mappable so they can be used by anyone.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its exceptional character development, which is intricately woven into a compelling story, complemented by impressive music and beat maps.

    • “Overall a great game with top-notch character development, story, and music/beat maps!”

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2h Median play time
2h Average play time
1-2h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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