Steel Century Groove: Midnight

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Steel Century Groove: Midnight is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Sloth Gloss Games and was released on March 5, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Steel Century Groove: Midnight is a rhythm-based mech dance battle set in a neon-lit city where colossal war machines groove instead of fight. Players build an online following, uncover arcade secrets, and upgrade mechs with unique abilities and mods. Featuring exclusive content, this standalone story combines flexible rhythm combat with strategic customization.

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Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews

music10 positive mentions

The game features a unique and engaging concept that combines rhythm gameplay with customizable music, making each session feel personalized and fun.
Players appreciate the charming visuals, entertaining story, and the enjoyable dance mechanics of the robots, which contribute to a vibrant atmosphere.
The demo showcases a lot of potential, with many players expressing excitement for the full release and the ability to upload their own music.

The game suffers from some technical issues, including HUD problems and occasional crashes, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some players find the character customization options lacking and feel that certain design elements, like the mechs, appear too similar or poorly executed.
The gameplay can be perceived as too easy, with some players desiring a greater challenge and more depth in the mechanics.

music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received positive feedback for its catchy and engaging tracks, with many players enjoying the ability to import custom songs, which adds a personalized touch to the gameplay. The synchronization of the music with the dancing robots enhances the overall experience, although some users noted that certain songs felt offbeat. Overall, the soundtrack is considered enjoyable, contributing to the game's fun and unique atmosphere.
- “I love how customizable the music is; waiting for the full game in January.”
- “Really enjoying the dancing robots and the flow of the songs as you play makes it feel unique and very enticing along with the different abilities of the other mechs.”
- “The ability to upload your own music is a fantastic feature, making every session feel personalized and engaging.”
- “The music doesn't feel right for what I see... I need an actual hard beat and not this!”
- “I also felt that some of the songs are offbeat.”
- “Besides that, it would be nice to have a song selection in the menu; I really wanted to get to one specific song, but could not find the opponent who plays it anywhere.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received positive feedback for its intriguing and engaging narrative, with many players expressing excitement for future content. While some noted that the main story can be completed quickly, they still found it enjoyable and well-written, complementing the game's overall charm and appeal. Overall, the story is considered a strong aspect of the game, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Didn't expect the story to get so interesting though, excited to see more.”
- “10/10 the story was weirdly intriguing, can't wait for Steel Century Groove to be released.”
- “Now regarding how the main story plays out in the game, the story behind the game was also very interesting; I honestly liked most of the parts of the story.”
- “Big shame I beat the main story in an hour.”
- “The quality of the story and writing is acceptable.”
- “Might as well tell my story while reviewing this game.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay in the reviewed title is a mix of fun and strategic timing, with a focus on rhythm and mechanics that are easy to grasp. While some find the Magentize mechanic less enjoyable, others praise the colorful art style, catchy music, and engaging dance moves of the mechs, suggesting a well-rounded experience for players who appreciate quick, strategic gameplay.
- “Even just playing the demo, I can already see some spectacular gameplay mechanics in play, and I can't imagine how great the full version will be.”
- “The gameplay was fun and quick to figure out, the music was surprisingly catchy, the art style is wonderfully colorful, and the mech's dance moves are... *chef's kiss*.”
- “Gameplay is good, mostly focused on timing and strategy instead of reading.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The controls are unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
- “The difficulty spikes are inconsistent, often making the game feel unfair rather than challenging.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are characterized by a colorful and unique art style that enhances the overall experience, with well-designed mech visuals and fun animations. While some may find the visuals somewhat primitive, the vibrant aesthetics and catchy sound design contribute to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Overall, players express excitement for the graphics and look forward to future updates.
- “The gameplay was fun and quick to figure out, the music was surprisingly catchy, the art style is wonderfully colorful, and the mech's dance moves are... *chef's kiss*”
- “It's unique, maybe a little primitive if you're looking at the visuals alone, but still good - I like a lot of the mech designs and I'm excited to see what there will be to choose from when the full game comes out.”
- “Adorable art style too, can't wait to see what else is coming!”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by amusing dialogue and funny character interactions that elicit genuine laughter from players. While the concept shows promise and has entertaining moments, some reviewers feel it lacks polish and requires further development to fully realize its comedic potential. Overall, the humor adds an enjoyable layer to the experience, though it may need refinement.
- “This is a nice intro into what the developer is looking to create; there are some funny moments in dialogue and it genuinely creates interest in the world being presented.”
- “The characters and dialogue were funny; they actually made me chuckle a few times, which was very enjoyable.”
- “Funny concept, but it needs more polish and a lot of work!”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's atmosphere, highlighting the enjoyment derived from importing custom music, which enhances the overall experience and adds a personal touch to the gameplay.
- “The custom music and the overall atmosphere of the game create an incredibly fun experience.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in and makes every moment feel unique.”
- “The game's atmosphere is captivating, making you feel like you're truly part of its world.”