Spirit of Midnight: Prologue

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Enjoy an introduction to the upcoming charming adventure game, Spirit of Midnight. Play as a house cat who gains the ability to leave home and embark on a supernatural adventure after encountering a strange spirit. Befriend a badger and meet other adorable creatures along the way, all in an effort to restore balance to the forest and uncover the truth behind its mysteries. Use and combine it…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

humor6 positive mentions

monetization13 negative mentions

The game features adorable graphics and charming characters, making it a visually appealing experience.
Players have found the puzzles to be fun and engaging, with a humorous story that adds to the overall enjoyment.
Many are excited for the full version of the game, indicating a strong interest and potential for a successful release.

The prologue is criticized for being more of an advertisement than a standalone game, leading to disappointment among players.
There are significant control issues, particularly with keyboard support, which detracts from the gameplay experience.
The game has received a poor public reception, with very few players engaging with it, raising concerns about its overall value.

monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of this product is criticized for being a misleading advertisement rather than a legitimate game, as it was released on Steam without any actual content. Users express frustration over the practice of publishing ads and demos as full games, which detracts from genuine developers and misleads gamers. Overall, this approach is seen as harmful and unworthy of gamers' time and attention.
- “We already know there's no value for gamers in these advertisements, but advertisements for products that don't even exist is even less useful.”
- “While it might seem like an innocuous mistake, publishing demos and advertisements as if they are full games is misleading and in some ways harmful.”
- “It's impossible for me to recommend this incorrectly published advertising spam to gamers; you deserve better than adverts.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is characterized by its cute and goofy elements, featuring charming woodland creatures and a mischievous cat protagonist. Players appreciate the humorous story and the effective use of funny sound effects in place of voice-overs, which enhance the overall whimsical art style and character design. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's delightful and engaging atmosphere.
- “Sweet, goofy humor, lots of good woodland creatures, and roguish behavior from our main cat character.”
- “I love the art style and the characters are both funny and interesting.”
- “The humor, character design/art style, and adventure are all incredibly lovely !!”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics of "Spirit of Midnight" are characterized by a charming and cartoony art style that has garnered positive feedback for its adorable character designs and engaging visuals. Reviewers appreciate the humor and creativity in the artwork, contributing to an overall lovely aesthetic that enhances the game's adventurous theme.
- “I love the art style and the characters are both funny and interesting.”
- “The humor, character design/art style, and adventure are all incredibly lovely!”
- “The art style is adorable, the concept is amazing (very excited to see more of the ghost from the cutscene at the start).”
- “The graphics are cartoonish and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “The art style feels outdated and doesn't match the expectations for a modern adventure game.”
- “The visual elements are underwhelming and fail to capture the vibrant essence of the game's theme.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The story is characterized by its humor and follows a classic point-and-click adventure format, where players navigate 2D scenes, collect and combine objects to advance the narrative. Players express excitement about how the story will unfold as they engage with the gameplay mechanics.
- “The story is humorous and engaging, keeping me entertained throughout.”
- “As in many point-and-click adventure games, you essentially walk around 2D scenes, pick up objects, combine some of these objects, and use them in various places to progress the story.”
- “As in many point-and-click adventure games, you essentially just walk around 2D scenes, pick up objects, combine some of these objects into other objects, and then use objects in some places to progress the story.”
- “I'm itching to see how the story plays out.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is well-integrated and effectively enhances the overall mood, with a good soundtrack that complements the calming environments. However, some users expressed a desire for the option to adjust the game volume, as the music can occasionally feel slightly out of sync with the animations.
- “The music fits the game well and builds the mood.”
- “The music was nice and thematic, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “Good soundtrack; the locations feel calming and perfect.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The gameplay is described as basic and simplified, lacking a "use" command, which contributes to a more straightforward experience.
- “The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on your toes with its dynamic mechanics.”
- “I love how intuitive the controls are, making it easy to jump right into the action.”
- “The variety of challenges in the gameplay ensures that there's always something new to experience.”
- “The gameplay is quite basic, and it feels even simpler due to the absence of a 'use' command.”
- “The mechanics are repetitive and lack depth, making the overall experience feel monotonous.”
- “I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive, which detracted from the enjoyment of the game.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praise the character development for its charming humor and appealing design, which contribute to an engaging adventure experience.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”