Noir Punk

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Noir Punk is a single player action game. It was developed by Milpitians and was released on May 31, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

2D sidescrolling adventure narrative game with puzzle solving and platforming elements.

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Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews

story3 positive mentions

The game is a fun and straightforward detective experience with a good story and enjoyable humor.
The art style is appealing, reminiscent of classic animations, and the puzzles strike a balance between being engaging and accessible.
It's a free-to-play game that offers a charming and entertaining experience, making it a hidden gem on Steam.

The game suffers from bugs and crashes, which can disrupt the gameplay experience, especially due to the lack of a save feature.
Some gameplay mechanics, particularly the platforming and stealth elements, feel clunky and could use improvement.
The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more content and depth in the overall experience.

story
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The story is well-crafted and engaging, featuring meaningful twists and a cohesive plot that integrates seamlessly with the gameplay. While it is relatively short, lasting about 30 minutes, it is complemented by enjoyable action sequences and humor, making for a satisfying experience overall. Players appreciate the balance between puzzle-solving and action, enhancing the narrative without becoming tedious or overly challenging.
- “Overall though this is a great free to play with a really nice story. I loved the break in puzzles with the action scenes as well; that was a super nice touch.”
- “Puzzles are on the easier side, the story is good and has some twists, the art is great and the humor is on point.”
- “The story is a bit short, roughly around 30 minutes or so, but very tight and meaningful.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are praised for their cool mafia/gangster aesthetic and solid artwork, reminiscent of South Park, which effectively captures the gritty noir vibe. Reviewers appreciate the visual style as a fitting tribute to classic detective cinema, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Love the graphics; it's a fun little game.”
- “Great game! I love the noir genre, so the aesthetic of this game is already a win for me. It's done pretty well and has some nice humor in it.”
- “The artwork is solid; it has a South Park-like style.”
- “The grittiness of the graphics gives it that true-to-life noir detective scene we've all watched in cinema growing up.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is engaging and well-integrated into the story, featuring a balanced mix of mini-games and puzzles that strike a good balance between challenge and accessibility, avoiding both monotony and excessive difficulty.
- “Gameplay is a little mini-gamey, but integrates neatly into the story, and is neither too boringly easy/repetitive nor too frustratingly hard.”
- “The gameplay will have you sorting out various puzzles that are just the right amount of difficulty.”
humor
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players noting it as "on point" and effectively integrated into the story and aesthetic. While some describe the humor as "funny-ish," it contributes positively to the overall experience, particularly for fans of the noir genre.
- “Puzzles are on the easier side, the story is good and has some twists, the art is great and the humor is on point.”
- “Great game! I love the noir genre, so the aesthetic of this game is already a win for me. It's done pretty well and has some nice humor in it.”
music
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The game's music is highly praised for its catchy and engaging quality, making it enjoyable enough to keep players nodding along throughout their experience.
- “The music in the game is an absolute bop that will have you bobbing your head the whole way through.”