The Midnight Crimes

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The Midnight Crimes is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by DeadlyCrow Games and was released on December 25, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

Benjamin Leighton is a war veteran and a retired private detective. He lost his family a few years ago in a tragic and gruesome murder. Nowadays, Ben lives in the bottom of a bottle, dealing with insomnia and unending guilt. A new case arises, when he is requested to find a missing child, which is the perfect opportunity for Ben to get back into business and face his own past demons along the way.…

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Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game has a fantastic atmosphere and art style, reminiscent of classic point-and-click crime games.
The storyline is intriguing and has great potential, leaving players eager for future chapters.
Voice acting and sound design contribute positively to the immersive experience.

Chapter 1 is very short, taking about an hour to complete, which may leave players feeling unsatisfied.
The combat system is poorly balanced and frustrating, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
The game is plagued with bugs and lacks content, making it feel unfinished and more like a demo than a complete experience.

story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as intriguing and dark, with a promising start that captivates players, but it is currently short and feels more like a prologue than a complete narrative. Players express hope for future chapters to expand on the story and gameplay, as the initial experience leaves them wanting more depth and engagement. Overall, while the foundation is compelling, the current state lacks sufficient content to fully immerse players in the storyline.
- “The game has a really intriguing dark storyline, but it’s very short in its current state.”
- “Overall, it’s a promising start, and I’m eager to see where the story goes next.”
- “The story thus far is captivating and I'm looking forward to more of it.”
- “There's no sense of the story or the gameplay loop.”
- “In this 50 minutes of gameplay, I hardly did anything or experienced too much story.”
- “Chapter 1 feels like there might be some content in the future, but today it feels more like a prologue doing the set-up, and then dumping me when I really found my footing in the story and the atmosphere.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its captivating art style, moody lighting, and immersive sound design, creating a film noir vibe that enhances the sense of mystery. Players express a strong emotional connection to the dark, gloomy world, although some feel that the initial chapters serve more as a prologue, leaving them wanting more depth in the narrative and exploration of the atmosphere.
- “The game oozes atmosphere in the sound design and art.”
- “Fell in love with the demo months ago; this had been on my radar for quite some time. I just loved the atmosphere and dark, gloomy world.”
- “Chapter 1 feels like there might be some content in the future, but today it feels more like a prologue doing the set-up, and then dumping me when I really found my footing in the story and the atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere.”
- “Love the film noir atmosphere, with moody lighting, and a gripping sense of mystery.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their wonderful atmosphere and art style, with users appreciating the aesthetic and character design. However, there are some desires for a third-person view to enhance the detective elements, and a few feel that the gameplay does not fully capitalize on the visual strengths. Overall, the mood and art style receive high marks, though the combat visuals remain unclear.
- “I love the atmosphere and art style; I wish it was in third-person view and leaned into the detective aspect of the character.”
- “The aesthetic is wonderful, and the characters look nice.”
- “Excellent mood and art style.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with players appreciating the art style but feeling that it lacks depth and engaging mechanics. Many expressed a desire for additional features to enhance player experience, noting that the limited gameplay time did not offer much in terms of story or interaction.
- “Just needs a few more helpful mechanics to help the player.”
- “In this 50 minutes of gameplay, I hardly did anything or experienced too much story.”
- “Just needs a few more helpful mechanics to assist the player.”
- “In this 50 minutes of gameplay, I hardly did anything or experienced much of the story.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound design in the game are well-received, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the visual style. Players appreciate the quality of the audio elements, including voice acting, which adds depth to the characters.
- “The visual style is great, and I enjoy the music and sounds.”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive, making every moment feel more engaging.”