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. shavenwookie
    Dec 23, 2021
    7
    I am only discussing the ps5 version of this game the PC version might differ. Aeterna Noctis is a satisfying well made challenging meteoidvania that with some work could be excellent. It is exactly what I was looking for after being disappointed in the very short linear Metroid dread. This game let's you explore a lot more from the start of it. Has really good art direction and sound. ItsI am only discussing the ps5 version of this game the PC version might differ. Aeterna Noctis is a satisfying well made challenging meteoidvania that with some work could be excellent. It is exactly what I was looking for after being disappointed in the very short linear Metroid dread. This game let's you explore a lot more from the start of it. Has really good art direction and sound. Its got good skill tree leveling that can be respecd at any throne which is useful for certain situations. The areas feel distinct and have there own identity to them which I don't always get from other metroidvanias. The game is long with a lot to do in it.
    The controls on the ps5 feel somewhat unresponsive this can lead to difficulty and frustration in the later half of the game. This is really noticeable when the game has Celeste like platforming in certain areas. The other issue I had with my playthrough is the constant bugs which really make it hard to give this game a high score. I've had my character stuck to the floor, not be able to stop levitating and had at least 10 crashes one that erased hours of game play even though the game was supposed to be auto saving. One of the other frustrating things is some of the timing on the puzzles can be a little unforgiving and provide no room for error. Even with with all that said I enjoyed the game quite a bit. You can see how difficult the game has been for other players with some of the key trial challenges with only low single digits trophy completions.    … Expand

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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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