Nocturnal

 PC
User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 2 out of 10

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  1. Shinne
    Jun 9, 2023
    8
    This game has nice and depth core mechanics and a lot of variety. Beautiful in sound design, music, combat and art design. But the story didn't pull me in. Some story pieces are hidden in very complex places and ending is so cliche. And some checkpoints are dumb ass
  2. alternativanerd
    Jun 15, 2023
    8
    Nocturnal impressiona com gameplay tensa e envolvente, mais peca em seu jogo ser curto com pouca inovação. Conteúdos adicionais pode ser um incremento interessante para aumentar a jogatina no futuro.
  3. GuyLinkBrush
    Jun 22, 2023
    8
    Graphics : Very good
    Story : Good
    Gameplay : Good Difficulty : Normal Run time : 1-2 hours I really love the art style of this 2D side-scrolling game. I read somewhere it was a metroidvania but it is not. The game is not really long but if you like action-platformer games, you will probably like this one. It's not overly challenging, although you may end up dying, it won't leave you    Graphics : Very good
    Story : Good
    Gameplay : Good
    Difficulty : Normal
    Run time : 1-2 hours

    I really love the art style of this 2D side-scrolling game. I read somewhere it was a metroidvania but it is not. The game is not really long but if you like action-platformer games, you will probably like this one. It's not overly challenging, although you may end up dying, it won't leave you feeling frustrated. To unlock the No Stone Unturned Achievement, you will have to find all fire shrines which are missable. If you need some help with the game, please have a look to my guide on Youtube : GuyLinkBrush Gaming Nocturnal    … Expand
  4. bokarsh-z
    Jul 2, 2023
    4
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    -only worth 5 dollar or watch it on utube
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    - 1:40 - 2:10 hour long.

    -repetitive short meh game, barebone meh story, repetitive simple meh clunky combat, disappointment bosses (specialy final boss), annoying closing doors u cant back to get what u missing and looool u faster than bad delay camera sometimes u must wait.

    -great fire mechanic and effects.
  5. PhoneTheo
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    A mazing.

Awards & Rankings

80
#80 Best PC Game of 2023

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 22, 2024
    100
    Apart from the fact that it's fun to play, Nocturnal is also quite fun to watch. At first the graphics can look pretty ordinary, but when the fire and darkness start dancing together, sparks fly! It's the combination of various quick effects, explosions, smoke or darkness that gives Nocturnal its real flair and all together makes Nocturnal truly an Experience with a capital E! [Issue#329]
  2. SECTOR.sk
    Aug 3, 2023
    70
    Nocturnal features fast and furious action as well as an interesting gameplay system with fire and light. With good graphics, atmosphere and entertainment, at least for the few hours it offers.
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  3. Gaming Age
    Jul 14, 2023
    83
    And that’s the best way to describe Nocturnal: it’s a neat game. It won’t take too much of your time, and it’s similar enough to other metroidvanias that you’ll probably only want to play it if you’re already a fan of the genre, but if you like the genre and want something that has enough spark of inspiration to carry it through a few hours, it’s definitely worth investigating.
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