South of Midnight

 Xbox Series X
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 91 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 63 out of 91
  2. Mixed: 28 out of 91
  3. Negative: 0 out of 91
  1. Kotaku
    Apr 7, 2025
    Like the South itself, South of Midnight is a messy, complicated, but often beautiful and passionate thing worth experiencing.
  2. The Verge
    Apr 11, 2025
    This game came out right on time, right in the moment when a narrative like this was needed the most. South of Midnight is a loving and worshipful praise song of the culture and people it depicts that made it hard for me to stay quiet for long.
  3. Xboxygen
    Apr 3, 2025
    South of Midnight's adventure is likely to confuse a large number of players. However, the title has some serious assets, particularly with its poetic artistic orientation. In addition, the integration of American myths into Hazel's story offers sensations as pleasant as those felt when a subtle wind from the south comforts you. Unfortunately, the overall experience went south because of completely outmoded technique and repetitive action sequences. It was like discovering a game lost at the beginning of this century because of its overly linear structure. This is highly regrettable, as we would have gladly lost ourselves for a few more hours in the company of Prospero with his endearing characters and excellent soundtrack. Perhaps our wishes will be granted in a possible sequel? Indeed, Xboxygen wishes for this game to find its right direction!