One Night: Burlesque

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One Night: Burlesque is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by RedDeer.Games and was released on November 3, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Step into the smoky, seductive world of the Angels Den, a luxurious burlesque club. Get into the high heels of Holly, a talented dancer graced with a unique gift of telepathy. Help her on a desperate mission to save a friend from certain doom.

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Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

story11 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Stunning art style and engaging atmosphere that immerses players in a noir setting.
Interesting concept combining a murder mystery with supernatural elements and interactive gameplay.
Overall enjoyable story with multiple endings, making it a fun experience for fans of visual novels.

Game suffers from low-quality writing, including grammatical errors and repetitive gameplay mechanics.
Short playtime and lack of depth in the story, leading to a feeling of superficiality.
Technical issues such as crashes and a lack of meaningful choices that impact the outcome of the game.

story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
34%
14%
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring intriguing characters and a captivating art style, though many players note its brevity and lack of depth as significant drawbacks. While the narrative is engaging and the interactive elements are appreciated, there is a consensus that additional content and complexity would enhance the overall experience. Despite its short length, the story manages to maintain interest, but players express a desire for more branching paths and varied gameplay mechanics.
- “The music, the story, the characters, the art, is all amazing!”
- “Stunning artwork, engaging story and characters!”
- “Despite the short length of 1-1.5 hours, this visual novel manages to tell the story of one night and show some intriguing moments.”
- “This game has a really fun concept and I enjoyed the experience a lot, yet since the length and depth of the story have rather little to offer, I can only recommend this with a discount.”
- “The story is decent, but incredibly short.”
- “Going through the second time picking different choices did not really provide much of a difference or change the path of the story until the end choice.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
39%
The graphics of "One Night: Burlesque" have received widespread acclaim for their stunning art style and engaging atmosphere, effectively capturing the noir aesthetic. Reviewers highlight the beautiful visuals and character designs, which enhance the overall storytelling experience and draw players into the game's unique setting. The combination of art and music further immerses players in a captivating 1940s-inspired world.
- “Stunning art style!”
- “I was drawn into picking this game up because of its setting and art style and it definitely did not disappoint, I really love the art and how the game looks.”
- “The graphics of this game are beautiful.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay is primarily a standard visual novel format, featuring text reading, choice selection, and simple point-and-click mini-games, such as mind reading and cocktail making. While the core mechanics are engaging, many players feel that the game would benefit from additional content, more complex interactions, and branching storylines to enhance depth and replayability. Overall, the gameplay is described as relaxing but somewhat limited in its current form.
- “The gameplay is a visual novel combined with little sections of point-and-click mini-games, so it's pretty relaxing.”
- “Gameplay is what it is; it is a visual novel, so it is just read text > continue > read text > pick choice > read text > continue, interspersed with very simple mini-games, such as mind-reading and cocktail making.”
- “If they want to create an entire universe of mind readers who have to solve murder cases, given that it is a very interesting concept that can be recycled, it would be a good idea to make the game longer, more difficult, and implement mechanics to make it more playful.”
- “I believe it would've been amazing to have more content to add depth to the story and have more conversations, maybe more game mechanics, etc. It additionally would've been great if the interactive aspects would perhaps lead to different story branches or events.”
- “Gameplay is what it is; it is a visual novel, so it is just read text > continue > read text > pick choice > read text > continue, interspersed with very simple mini-games, that being mind-reading and cocktail making.”
- “To be honest, there is not much to say about the gameplay, because in a mechanical sense it is a standard visual novel, where you need to read the text, choose the answer, and sometimes play minigames to advance the plot.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The music in the game is generally well-received, enhancing the atmosphere and complementing the art style and story. While some users noted minor issues with volume and a few less favorable tracks, the overall impression is positive, with a blend of jazz and ambient sounds that evoke a captivating neo-noir aesthetic. The soundtrack effectively immerses players in the game's world, though it may not be considered exceptional by all.
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements this, enhancing the mood and pulling you deeper into its world.”
- “The music, the story, the characters, the art, is all amazing!”
- “I also liked the combination of jazz music and the noir graphics, which made me feel like I traveled back into the 1940s to experience the suspenseful/detective vibes.”
- “Unfortunately, it contains some unsightly grammatical and spelling mistakes, as well as very poor wording. The background music is sometimes a little too quiet, which detracts from the atmosphere.”
- “I also let a visiting musician play the game today, and she said it was okay, but would never pay 12 or 13 dineros for it.”
- “The music, the story, the characters, and the art are all amazing!”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
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The atmosphere of "One Night: Burlesque" is widely praised for its rich, neo-noir aesthetic, combining captivating art, dramatic styling, and a hypnotic soundtrack that immerses players in a theatrical experience. While the overall ambiance is enchanting, some users noted minor issues with sound levels and grammatical errors that slightly detract from the experience. Overall, the game successfully evokes a vibrant and intriguing burlesque setting that enhances its narrative.
- “The game’s burlesque-inspired atmosphere is rich with drama, style, and intrigue, making every scene feel like a performance unfolding before your eyes.”
- “I love the whole aesthetic and atmosphere of the game; the soundtrack and art are beautiful!”
- “Unfortunately, it contains some unsightly grammatical/spelling mistakes, as well as partly very bad wording and the background music is sometimes a little too quiet, which takes away from the atmosphere.”
- “Tomorous melodies not once made me feel the atmosphere and the desire to sit at the table with a drink in my hand and admire the girls.”
- “Take cigarette smoke, cold drinks, beautiful women losing themselves in a dance to hypnotic music, top it all off with a thick neo-noir atmosphere and you've got One Night: Burlesque.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted as entertaining, featuring numerous funny moments that enhance the overall experience.
- “The writing is entertaining and filled with hilarious moments.”
- “The humor is spot-on, making every interaction a joy.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly with the mindreading mechanic, though they acknowledge it adds an interesting layer to the gameplay.
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grinding to be a major chore, taking away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is frustrating and feels like a waste of time.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its immersive noir atmosphere, enhanced by Tomorous melodies and jazz music, which transport players to a nostalgic 1940s setting. Reviewers express a strong sense of connection to the environment, evoking feelings of suspense and a desire to engage with the game's world.
- “The noir style environment is on point; it made me feel like I was back in an era that I have not experienced in real life.”
- “I also liked the combination of jazz music and the noir graphics, which made me feel like I traveled back into the 1940s to experience the suspenseful detective vibes.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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Players note that while the game's decisions could have a greater impact to enhance replayability, the presence of alternative endings does contribute positively to the overall replay value, making it worth playing multiple times.
- “Additionally, I appreciate the alternative endings because they add replay value to this game.”
- “Again, I wish my decisions made more of an impact, which would create more replay value, but it's still totally worth playing.”
- “Additionally, I appreciate the alternative endings because they add replay value for this game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is praised for its ability to create a visually captivating burlesque-inspired atmosphere, enhancing the dramatic and stylish presentation of each scene.