Yomawari: The Long Night Collection
- October 25, 2018
- Nippon Ichi Software
In "Yomawari: The Long Night Collection," explore a haunting Japanese town as you search for missing siblings in two distinct stories, Yomawari: Night Alone and Yomawari: Midnight Shadows. Encounter spirits inspired by urban legends, hiding or distracting them to survive, while discovering the true nature of these supernatural beings. Navigate dark landscapes, solve mysteries, and strive to reach safety in this chilling collection.
Nintendo Switch
Reviews
- Includes two immersive horror games that provide a full Yomawari experience.
- Features a creepy atmosphere with unique spirits based on Japanese lore, enhancing the gameplay.
- Smooth performance on the Switch with engaging puzzles and a compelling story told from a cute protagonist's perspective.
- Camera angles can be awkward, requiring some adjustment during gameplay.
- Lack of clear instructions for certain items may lead to confusion and experimentation.
- No achievements available like in the Steam version, which may disappoint completionists.
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its creepy and immersive qualities, enhanced by sound effects and music that evoke a sense of dread. Players appreciate the incorporation of Japanese and Asian lore through various spirits, which adds depth to the exploration of a nighttime town. Despite some initial challenges with camera angles and item usability, the overall ambiance effectively engages players in a haunting experience.
“The game features a myriad of scary and deadly spirits drawn from actual Japanese and Asian lore, each type reacts to you differently, creating a truly immersive atmosphere.”
“The emphasis on exploring an entire little Japanese town at night, combined with creepy and atmospheric sound effects and music, enhances the overall experience.”
“It makes up for its minor flaws with a rather creepy atmosphere and mechanics, like a heartbeat in the controller, to keep you on edge during the experience.”
“However, it makes up for it with a rather creepy atmosphere and mechanics, like a heartbeat in the controller, to get you on edge during the experience.”
- story2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story of Yomawari is engaging and atmospheric, told through the eyes of a young protagonist searching for her dog and sister in a hauntingly beautiful Japanese town filled with spirits from local lore. Players must navigate various puzzles and challenges while exploring the environment, which enhances the narrative experience. However, some players may find the ending ambiguous, requiring external resources for a deeper understanding of its themes.
“The story is told from the perspective of the cute little protagonist as she tries to find her dog and sister.”
“The game emphasizes exploring an entire little Japanese town at night, which adds depth to the narrative.”
“If you don't understand the ending, searching for explanations online can enhance your appreciation of the story's depth.”
“The game doesn't necessarily tell you what certain usable items do, so you have to experiment and hope you can find more of that item when you run out.”
“If you don't understand the ending, google search 'Yomawari ending' and you'll find an explanation on the Steam forums from someone who knows about Asian spirits; it made me appreciate the depth of the story even more.”
“It took a little time during my first play session to get used to the weird camera angles, then it was fine.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fluid mechanics and an immersive environment, enhanced by atmospheric elements such as a heartbeat feature in the controller that heightens tension and engagement.
“Gameplay is fluid and I love the environment.”
“However, it makes up for it with a rather creepy atmosphere and mechanics, like a heartbeat in the controller, to get you on edge during the experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its creepy and atmospheric qualities, effectively enhancing the horror experience as players navigate a Japanese town filled with spirits. The sound effects and music contribute significantly to the overall immersion, creating a tense and engaging atmosphere that complements the gameplay.
“The creepy and atmospheric sound effects and music really enhance the overall experience of the game.”
“The music perfectly complements the eerie setting, making every moment feel more intense and immersive.”
“The soundtrack adds a layer of depth to the gameplay, drawing players deeper into the haunting world.”
“The music is forgettable and doesn't add to the atmosphere of the game.”
“I found the soundtrack to be repetitive and uninspired, which detracted from the overall experience.”
“While the sound effects are creepy, the music fails to create any real tension or immersion.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game runs smoothly on the Switch, providing a balanced difficulty that enhances the overall experience. However, players may encounter some initial challenges with camera angles and occasional loading screen issues that require a reset. Additionally, the lack of clear item descriptions and achievements may detract from the experience for some users.
“The game runs smoothly on the Switch, providing a seamless experience as you explore the eerie town.”
“The game difficulty is balanced; it doesn't hold your hand, but it's not frustratingly difficult, allowing for a satisfying challenge.”
“Fast travel at statues enhances the gameplay, making it easy to navigate the beautifully crafted environment.”
