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One Night Stand

One Night Stand is almost as short as the real thing, but not as pleasant… or unpleasant. Despite the intriguing concept behind this nice-looking visual novel, which is to find out what the heck happened last night, this plays its cards a bit too safe, and never dares offering something more emotive, or to include interesting plot twists. It is a simple create-your-own-adventure kind of deal that's… well, fun, just not as much as it could be with a little heavier emphasis in character development and/or plot. If a fan of the genre, and don't mind super-short indies, check it out. The rest can safely pass this by.
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84%Game Brain Score
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grinding, optimization
90% User Score Based on 434 reviews
Critic Score 74%Based on 6 reviews

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One Night Stand is a single player casual simulation game with romance, drama and mystery themes. It was developed by Kinmoku and was released on November 7, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"One Night Stand" is a visual novel that explores the aftermath of a one-night stand. The game puts you in the shoes of a character who wakes up next to a stranger, with no memory of the previous night. Through conversation and exploration, you must navigate the awkward situation and make choices that will determine the outcome of your one-night stand. With multiple endings and a focus on character development, "One Night Stand" is a thought-provoking and engaging game.

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story44 positive mentions
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  • The game features beautiful rotoscoped art and animation that enhances the overall experience.
  • It offers a unique and relatable premise, capturing the awkwardness of waking up after a one night stand.
  • There are multiple endings and choices that encourage replayability, making it engaging for players.
  • The game is quite short, with a single playthrough lasting only about 15-30 minutes, which may leave some players wanting more content.
  • There is limited variety in dialogue during replays, leading to some repetitive experiences.
  • Some players may find the lack of resolution for certain plot points and character backgrounds unsatisfying.
  • story
    161 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "One Night Stand" is a brief yet engaging visual novel that revolves around the aftermath of a one-night encounter, featuring multiple endings that encourage replayability. While some players find the narrative basic and repetitive, others appreciate its emotional depth and the intriguing choices that shape the experience. Overall, the game is praised for its well-written dialogue, charming art style, and the ability to evoke a range of feelings, despite some wishing for a more robust storyline.

    • “The story is well written with emotional tones and guilt.”
    • “Beautiful and warm visual novel with extremely engaging mechanics, lots of endings and a very believable story.”
    • “The story and characters are interesting, and there's a lot of detail put into it.”
    • “The story is very basic.”
    • “Very shallow and uninspired story.”
    • “This story is a pretty boring one.”
  • graphics
    108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and charming hand-drawn art style, which many find aesthetically pleasing and fitting for the game's tone. While some reviewers note that the visuals are simple, they appreciate the warmth and expressiveness of the artwork, contributing to a relaxing and engaging experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the storytelling and emotional depth of the visual novel.

    • “What I really like about this visual novel is the art style; it has its own unique feel to it.”
    • “The hand-drawn art style is gorgeous.”
    • “The graphics are simple, yet I find them very aesthetically pleasing.”
    • “Despite its catchy art style and premise, the game will entertain you for maybe one to three minutes until it gets repetitive and painfully boring.”
    • “It's not gonna wow you with visuals, or bore you with length and complexity.”
    • “The game's graphics consist of simple, slightly animated drawings in mellow colors.”
  • gameplay
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is primarily focused on narrative-driven mechanics typical of visual novels, involving exploration, dialogue choices, and point-and-click interactions. While some players appreciate the engaging story and multiple endings, others criticize the repetitive nature and limited interactivity, leading to a mixed reception regarding its depth and replayability. Overall, it offers a brief experience that may appeal to fans of narrative-focused games but may feel lacking for those seeking more substantial gameplay.

    • “The gameplay revolves around exploring the environment, finding clues, and having some conversations.”
    • “Beautiful and warm visual novel with extremely engaging mechanics, lots of endings, and a very believable story.”
    • “I really enjoyed this game; it is a visual novel brief in duration but very well written, with a beautiful art style ideal for the story that is told and a game mechanic that allows several options and endings.”
    • “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
    • “Even if you decide to keep going after the first or second playthrough for the achievements, it feels like a chore as the skip mechanic is kind of slow, and most of the time of new runs will be spent skipping text you've seen before.”
    • “There's not much in the way of gameplay - it's purely an interactive visual novel with multiple dialog options and limited interactable objects in a static room.”
  • music
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as soothing and minimalistic, effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere and emotional depth of the narrative. While some players find the soundtrack to be subtle and not particularly memorable, others appreciate its ability to capture the game's themes and provide a relaxing backdrop. Overall, the music contributes positively to the experience, though opinions vary on its impact and quality.

    • “The art and music do an excellent job of capturing this fuzzy hangover feeling, while you pick up the pieces of what happened the night before.”
    • “The soft visuals and the soothing music combine to a very pleasant aesthetic that turns the game into a particularly relaxing experience.”
    • “Melancholic music, real emotions, and replay value if you dare to face your own decisions again.”
    • “The music is irrelevant.”
    • “Practically no soundtrack.”
    • “Music is limited, and while not good enough to be considered a soundtrack, the few songs encountered do set the mood for the game.”
  • humor
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever and relatable dialogues, with many players finding it genuinely funny and engaging, despite some criticism regarding its limited choices. The game features a variety of endings that range from cheesy to hilarious, often leading to unexpected and amusing scenarios. While some players found the humor hit-or-miss, the overall consensus highlights its charm and ability to evoke laughter through well-written interactions and quirky moments.

    • “Overall, at $3 this is a short but sweet game with some funny dialogues and many choices.”
    • “The choices are limited but open many possibilities [12 endings + multiple variations within] which will make the story take a turn for the cheesy, the creepy, or the downright hilarious.”
    • “There’s some honestly funny moments to be uncovered (the best involving a certain pair of underwear…) and the girl is so charming and well written you sort of want to keep going just to find out more about her.”
  • replayability
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers high replayability due to its multiple branching paths and 12 different endings, encouraging players to explore various choices and outcomes. Despite its short playtime of around five minutes, the engaging narrative and emotional depth make it appealing for repeated playthroughs, especially for completionists and those intrigued by "what if" scenarios. Overall, players find the replay value to be significant, making it a worthwhile experience.

    • “A very short visual novel that can be completed in just five minutes, but with great replayability due to the different ways of dealing with this awakening after a one-night stand.”
    • “If you love forming relationships in games like 'Mass Effect' or 'Dragon Age,' you will likely find something to love about 'One Night Stand.' Though very brief, this game is insanely replayable for those who are tortured by 'what if' questions.”
    • “Each playthrough is short, but there are quite a few branch points and 12 endings, so there's enough replayability here for several hours, especially if you're a completist.”
    • “A short game with a lot of replayability and for once choices matter!”
    • “The game in its entirety seems remarkably fresh and though it may be short, it does offer a number of possible endings that allows for moderate replayability.”
  • emotional
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players noting its well-crafted story that evokes a wide range of feelings, from laughter to discomfort and deep emotional investment. The character development and varied endings contribute to a heartfelt experience, making players feel genuinely connected to the characters. Overall, the game is recognized for its ability to create meaningful emotional responses, showcasing the depth and maturity of its writing.

    • “The story is well written with emotional tones and guilt.”
    • “Endings range from being very wholesome and heartwarming, to completely soul-crushing.”
    • “A very heartfelt game, it really feels like you are the character.”
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its unique blend of "late-night regret" and chill vibes, creating an engaging experience that deviates from typical visual novels. Reviewers highlight the excellent writing and dialogue, which enhance the overall ambiance, making it both fascinating and immersive despite its low price point.

    • “This is a fascinating, well-written, atmospheric game about the morning after.”
    • “Atmosphere and dialogue is fantastic, especially given the relatively low price.”
    • “I was expecting a typical visual novel with a different illustration/atmosphere style from the common anime, but instead, I got friendzoned in a video game.”
    • “One night stand will cost you 3€, and it will give you 1 to 2 hours in a chill atmosphere, trying to learn more about a pub crawl and a mysterious character.”
  • grinding
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users generally find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books to be tedious, particularly due to the repetitive nature of clicking through text and replaying for achievements. While some appreciate the fast forward and skip options to alleviate the monotony, many still feel that the process of hunting for endings and completing achievements can detract from overall enjoyment.

    • “Getting all achievements is more tedious than enjoyable.”
    • “Completing every achievement is a bit tedious.”
    • “There is a fast forward option to speed ahead to slightly tweak each playthrough, which I found tedious.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a compelling short story and impressive visuals, but suffers from poor design choices, such as misidentifying repeated lines as new and unskippable, alongside significant optimization issues that detract from the overall experience.

    • “Good short story, great visuals, but the design fails to detect the same lines coming from two sources as 'new' unskippable ones, and the optimization is even worse in such a basic game.”
    • “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, making it frustrating to play despite its potential.”
    • “While the graphics are impressive, the poor optimization leads to frequent lag and crashes, ruining the overall experience.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is noted to be simplistic, effectively portraying an "average woman in her early twenties," but reviewers feel it lacks depth and could benefit from a stronger focus on character growth and plot intricacies. While the create-your-own-adventure aspect is enjoyable, it leaves players wanting more in terms of character exploration.

    • “The character design of your new sleeping buddy is simplistic, but it effectively represents the 'average woman in her early twenties.'”
    • “It's a simple create-your-own-adventure kind of deal that's fun, but it could benefit from a heavier emphasis on character development and plot.”
    • “It is a simple create-your-own-adventure kind of deal that's… well, fun, just not as much as it could be with a little heavier emphasis on character development and/or plot.”
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One Night Stand is a casual simulation game with romance, drama and mystery themes.

One Night Stand is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing One Night Stand.

One Night Stand was released on November 7, 2016.

One Night Stand was developed by Kinmoku.

One Night Stand has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

One Night Stand is a single player game.

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