The Night is Grey

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"The Night is Grey" is a point-and-click adventure game set in a forest filled with strange wolves. As Graham, you must help a lost girl find safety while solving puzzles and uncovering a mysterious storyline. The game boasts traditional frame-by-frame character animations, digitally painted animated backgrounds, and a studio recorded music score. But remember, not everything is as it seems.

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Play Modes

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

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 159 reviews

story62 positive mentions

grinding14 negative mentions

The game's art style and hand-drawn animations are stunning, creating a captivating atmosphere.
The story is engaging and features a compelling plot twist that keeps players invested.
The puzzles are challenging and well-integrated into the narrative, providing a satisfying gameplay experience.

The pacing is slow, with long loading times and unskippable animations that can frustrate players.
Some puzzles are overly complex or illogical, leading to confusion and requiring external guides.
The dialogue can be tedious, with repetitive lines that detract from character development and immersion.

story
228 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "The Night is Grey" is a complex blend of psychological horror and human drama, featuring themes of trauma and intergenerational violence, which some players found compelling while others felt it lacked clarity and resolution. While the narrative is praised for its dark undertones and engaging twists, many reviewers noted that the pacing and excessive dialogue detracted from the overall experience, leading to frustration and confusion, particularly with the ending. Despite its flaws, the game is recommended for those who appreciate deep storytelling and atmospheric visuals, though it may not appeal to everyone due to its slow burn approach and heavy themes.
- “The night is grey offers a captivating blend of psychological horror and mystery, perfect for those who love dialogue or story-driven games.”
- “The story is compelling without being overtly obvious and leaving some things open to interpretation, dwelling more in the psychological drama and thriller genres with bits of horror sprinkled throughout.”
- “The night is grey is a hand-drawn and story-rich point & click adventure game with a big plot twist where you play a guy named Graham who finds a lost kid and decides to take her to her grandparents.”
- “Not the plot pace, but every unskippable animation and interaction, all the walking back and forth, and waiting for the text to slowly type out above the speakers makes simply getting through a scene a chore.”
- “I understood there were clearly deeper themes and messages in the game's storytelling, but that means nothing if the game doesn't actually delve into those topics at all.”
- “The ending left me confused and dissatisfied overall, wondering what the point was of the story I'd just played through if it all got reset.”
music
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and immersive qualities, effectively complementing the haunting visuals and enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to evoke emotions, with melodies that range from eerie to cozy, although some note that certain tracks may not always align perfectly with the on-screen action. Overall, the music is considered one of the standout features, contributing significantly to the game's mood and storytelling.
- “The soundtrack, composed of dark and haunting melodies, enhances the oppressive and mysterious atmosphere.”
- “From the hauntingly beautiful melodies that set the atmospheric tone to the subtle tunes that accompany each puzzle, the music enhances the overall experience.”
- “It's clear that the developers put thought into every note, creating a soundtrack that perfectly complements the mysterious and immersive world of the game.”
- “The music in the game, while not much of it stands out on its own, it does fit the atmosphere of the game rather well.”
- “The music is more subjective; there were some songs that I liked, like the one during the last chapter, but for the others, I wish they were a bit less distracting, often not matching the mood shown during the scene.”
- “It's a shame, because I do really love the art style, music, and general aesthetic of the game, but it's bogged down by mediocrity and terrible mechanics.”
graphics
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning art style, hand-drawn visuals, and immersive atmosphere, which many players found to be the standout feature. While the visuals and soundtrack are often praised for enhancing the overall experience, some reviewers noted that gameplay mechanics detracted from the enjoyment, suggesting that the beautiful graphics alone may not be enough to compensate for other shortcomings. Overall, the game's aesthetic elements are highlighted as exceptional, making it a visually captivating title in its genre.
- “The art style of the game is beautiful, and all the interactions are very smooth.”
- “Its fusion of captivating hand-drawn visuals, an immersive soundtrack, and a finely crafted storyline positions this game as a standout title in the genre.”
- “The hand-drawn aesthetics and animations are not only visually appealing but also contribute to the game's unique charm.”
- “Decent puzzles, and okay graphics but wished there was a voice over.”
- “The art style is about the only saving grace for this game, being that the puzzles and the dialogue can drag on and get tedious or downright slow down the experience.”
- “The loading screens are painfully slow, the animation cycle is painfully slow, like, don't trade visuals for the gameplay responsiveness, everything in the game takes just so long.”
gameplay
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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The gameplay of "The Night is Grey" has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its classic point-and-click mechanics and engaging puzzles, while others criticize it for being tedious and frustrating due to poorly implemented mechanics and slow pacing. Although the art and audio are highlighted as strong points, the overall experience is marred by issues such as backtracking and unclear interactions, leading to a lack of enjoyment for some players. Improvements have been noted in recent updates, but significant gameplay flaws remain a concern for many reviewers.
- “The gameplay is classic, in the line of traditional point-and-click, but it is modernized by intuitive interactions and stimulating puzzles.”
- “This game avoids some of these classical mechanics and makes gameplay feel more fluent.”
- “It is an excellent game with a very engaging story, a cool art style, and fun gameplay.”
- “I paid full price, 16 bucks, for 11 hours of gameplay that was slow and uninviting.”
- “This game is visually and musically gorgeous, but the gameplay gets very tedious very quickly.”
- “The night is grey is a serviceable point and click adventure with a very dark core; the mechanics and puzzles are bare bones and can be very frustrating at times, constantly making you retrace steps and retalk to NPCs.”
atmosphere
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive qualities, combining stunning visuals, a haunting soundtrack, and a cohesive narrative that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers note the effective use of dark humor and emotional depth, creating a rich, eerie ambiance that captivates players. While some mention minor inconsistencies, the overall consensus is that the game's atmosphere is a standout feature, drawing comparisons to other atmospheric titles like "Oxenfree."
- “The visuals, sound, and atmosphere are all amazing.”
- “Despite the absence of voice acting, 'The Night is Grey' captivates with a beautifully composed soundtrack that aligns with every step of the protagonist, immersing the player in its atmospheric world.”
- “The game oozes with thick atmosphere and moody ambience from its contrast of lights and shadows.”
- “The soundtrack, composed of dark and haunting melodies, enhances the oppressive and mysterious atmosphere.”
- “Sure, there was some tension, but the game mechanics in this chapter kill off much of the atmosphere.”
- “Now, the character curses a lot which is supported by the narrative, but the thing is, it always feels too forced and comes at the worst possible time, like the game will have this relaxing music and chill atmosphere and then he just randomly curses.”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, with puzzles often requiring specific interactions that slow down the experience. While the art and music are praised, the gameplay suffers from excessive backtracking, long dialogues, and slow loading times, leading to a sense of thankless trudging through the narrative. Overall, the game struggles to balance engaging storytelling with the grind of puzzle-solving, leaving many players feeling fatigued before the plot truly unfolds.
- “The puzzles were by no means overly challenging; however, they were frustrating in that they were tedious and often required very specific interactions to progress.”
- “Grinding, derivative, thankless trudging through mud toward an overdone tropey conclusion.”
- “It made every mistake that an adventure game could make, extremely frustrating logic with tedious backtracking, and a narrative that has questionable dialogue that often overrides its feeling of mystery.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of dark comedy and relatable character interactions, often eliciting both laughter and emotional responses. It features self-aware nods to the point-and-click genre, with witty dialogue that enhances the immersive experience. Overall, the mix of humor, emotional depth, and psychological elements creates a unique and engaging atmosphere.
- “It can be frequently darkly funny and isn't inconsistent with the sad and somber atmosphere.”
- “The characters are relatable in their own different ways and some of the dialogue had me both laughing and crying.”
- “It's very self-aware that it's a point-and-click adventure with many humorous nods to the genre.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with some players feeling a lack of connection to the protagonist due to the absence of voice acting, which diminishes their investment in the character's journey. While the game tackles difficult themes and features a blend of dark humor and emotional depth, the protagonist's interactions, particularly with a young girl, feel underdeveloped, leaving players questioning the authenticity of the emotional responses presented. Overall, the game challenges players on an emotional level, but the uneven character development may hinder deeper engagement.
- “Buy it if you want to be challenged on an emotional level.”
- “Graham, tormented by dark memories and latent guilt, carries the weight of a heartbreaking loneliness and a troubled past.”
- “I like the mix of dark humor, genuine emotional depth, and psychological suspense, and I'm constantly wondering what's going to happen next.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has limited replayability, as it is primarily an adventure title that does not offer extensive incentives for multiple playthroughs.
- “Not endlessly replayable, but it's an adventure game that offers a unique experience each time.”
- “The game has a solid replayability value, with different choices leading to varied outcomes.”
- “Each playthrough reveals new secrets and paths, making it worth revisiting.”
- “The replayability value is non-existent.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel pointless.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is plagued by significant stability issues, with frequent crashes and numerous bugs reported by users.
- “The game is an absolutely buggy mess that crashes all the time.”
- “I can't play for more than 10 minutes without experiencing a crash.”
- “The frequent glitches and instability make it nearly unplayable.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Many users express dissatisfaction with the game's monetization, citing misleading advertising that led them to feel deceived about the product they purchased. This has resulted in negative reviews and down-votes, as players feel they were not adequately informed about the game's true nature before buying.
- “I'm down-voting this game because I feel lied to; the advertising is misleading, and I wouldn't have bought this if I knew what I was getting into.”