Aeterna Noctis

 PlayStation 5
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 34 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 34
  3. Negative: 7 out of 34
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  1. Ughhh
    Dec 28, 2021
    0
    Could be great at some point, but if you make a pretty challenging game, it realllly sucks if it crashes and somehow you lose over an hour of progress (even though you passed multiple auto save points).
  2. KB5K
    Feb 19, 2023
    0
    PS5 version is incredibly bugged. Sometimes, the game just stops saving and you don't know it, so when you load your game the next day, you've lost 12 hours of progress. Sometimes, the game crashes or drops frames. I've had times where I suddenly couldn't move my character or deal any damage until I restarted. I've even heard others complain that it locked up their PS5 until theyPS5 version is incredibly bugged. Sometimes, the game just stops saving and you don't know it, so when you load your game the next day, you've lost 12 hours of progress. Sometimes, the game crashes or drops frames. I've had times where I suddenly couldn't move my character or deal any damage until I restarted. I've even heard others complain that it locked up their PS5 until they physically unplugged it. Developers have known about these issues for over a year and they're still not resolved. I want a refund.… Expand
  3. tcholeaway666
    May 15, 2023
    0
    One of the best metroidvania game I've ever played, truly... Very Difficult, but fair... But when you're 50h+, are late in the game (10th door finished) beat one of the hardest boss of the game and that the save is just not syncing, losing your 5 hardest hours... No way, it's a shame... I HATE THIS! Was going to write a french guide for trophy hunting, you can just forget it, I'm sellingOne of the best metroidvania game I've ever played, truly... Very Difficult, but fair... But when you're 50h+, are late in the game (10th door finished) beat one of the hardest boss of the game and that the save is just not syncing, losing your 5 hardest hours... No way, it's a shame... I HATE THIS! Was going to write a french guide for trophy hunting, you can just forget it, I'm selling this ... You just ruined 50h+ of my gaming time… Expand

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#95 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2021
69
#69 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2021

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Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Finger Guns
    Feb 21, 2023
    50
    A beautifully dark throwback to the classics, Aeterna Noctis revels in its classic charm. The difficulty also apes that of its forebears, which for some they might enjoy, others it might be too much. For those impartial, it’s another in a massive catalogue of Metroidvania titles.
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  2. GameCritics
    Feb 25, 2022
    60
    It’s a shame that Aeterna Noctis stumbles in both difficulty and design because it feels like it comes so close to greatness. Unfortunately, the demanding challenge and an obnoxious amount of backtracking overshadow what it gets right.
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  3. Digital Chumps
    Feb 3, 2022
    90
    Aeterna Noctis is a delightfully difficult Metroidvania that pushes the boundaries of difficult platforming and combat in a way that keeps the game fun and exhilarating. This hand-drawn action platformer is perfect for those who wanted just a bit more from similar games in the Metroidvania genre, albeit less charming. If you’re looking for a solid indie GOTY that effectively utilizes your PS5, look no further than Aeterna Noctis. Good luck, you’ll most definitely need it.
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