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MONSTER
Embark upon The Midnight Walk in this reverent dark fantasy adventure built in clay, from the minds behind Lost in Random and Fe. Become The Burnt One, befriend a lost lantern creature named Potboy, and use his flame to light your way through a conflicting world of wonder and horror. Survive and outsmart the many monsters eager to devour your little friend’s flame as you experience five tales of fire and darkness, featuring an incredible cast of odd characters. Marvel at every disturbing detail in a landscape painstakingly handcrafted with real life clay and animated in a stop motion style. Fully playable in both flatscreen and with a VR headset.
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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82
The Midnight Walk impresses with its rich themes and emotional depth, praised for its compelling characters and dark fantasy setting. Critics celebrate the journey of The Burned One and Potboy as a poignant exploration of light and darkness. However, significant flaws in narrative structure and character relationships leave some reviewers feeling disconnected and craving deeper coherence. While it creates an immersive experience, the storytelling execution needs refinement for maximum impact.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
82
Positive Reviews (80-100)
72%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
24%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
3%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
The Midnight Walk impresses with its rich themes and emotional depth, praised for its compelling characters and dark fantasy setting. Critics celebrate the journey of The Burned One and Potboy as a poignant exploration of light and darkness. However, significant flaws in narrative structure and character relationships leave some reviewers feeling disconnected and craving deeper coherence. While it creates an immersive experience, the storytelling execution needs refinement for maximum impact.
Gameplay Mechanics
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68
The Midnight Walk impresses with its unique mechanics and immersive atmosphere, particularly the innovative gameplay of closing one's eyes to navigate. Critics praise its focus on stealth and emotional engagement with companion Potboy, but many highlight significant flaws, including simplistic, repetitive mechanics and linear gameplay. The game feels more like a walking simulator with basic puzzles, potentially disappointing players seeking depth and challenge. While creative, it ultimately struggles to deliver a fulfilling experience.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
68
Positive Reviews (80-100)
28%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
72%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
The Midnight Walk impresses with its unique mechanics and immersive atmosphere, particularly the innovative gameplay of closing one's eyes to navigate. Critics praise its focus on stealth and emotional engagement with companion Potboy, but many highlight significant flaws, including simplistic, repetitive mechanics and linear gameplay. The game feels more like a walking simulator with basic puzzles, potentially disappointing players seeking depth and challenge. While creative, it ultimately struggles to deliver a fulfilling experience.
Graphics and Visual Design
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96
The Midnight Walk is hailed as a masterpiece for its groundbreaking claymation art style, earning rave reviews for its enchanting visuals that blend beauty and horror, reminiscent of Tim Burton. Critics praise its meticulous detail and immersive atmosphere, though minor framerate issues and limited environments are noted. Overall, it’s celebrated as a stunning artistic achievement that captivates players and stands apart in the gaming landscape.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
96
Positive Reviews (80-100)
100%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
0%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
The Midnight Walk is hailed as a masterpiece for its groundbreaking claymation art style, earning rave reviews for its enchanting visuals that blend beauty and horror, reminiscent of Tim Burton. Critics praise its meticulous detail and immersive atmosphere, though minor framerate issues and limited environments are noted. Overall, it’s celebrated as a stunning artistic achievement that captivates players and stands apart in the gaming landscape.
Music and Sound Design
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88
The Midnight Walk wows critics with its stunning sound design and evocative soundtrack, enhancing the game's emotional depth and immersive atmosphere. While most praise its 3D audio, haunting narration, and orchestral score, a few concerns arise about accessibility for players with cognitive limitations. Overall, the game's audio elements stand out as a key strength, solidifying its place as a must-play in the gaming world.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
88
Positive Reviews (80-100)
88%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
8%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
4%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
The Midnight Walk wows critics with its stunning sound design and evocative soundtrack, enhancing the game's emotional depth and immersive atmosphere. While most praise its 3D audio, haunting narration, and orchestral score, a few concerns arise about accessibility for players with cognitive limitations. Overall, the game's audio elements stand out as a key strength, solidifying its place as a must-play in the gaming world.
Voice Acting
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80
The voice acting in The Midnight Walk is widely praised for enhancing its immersive atmosphere, with critics highlighting a compelling narrator and strong character portrayals. However, concerns about main characters lacking spoken lines, unclear accents, and overwhelming tutorial narration have been noted. Overall, despite some drawbacks, the voice performances are deemed a standout feature that enriches the game's storytelling.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
80
Positive Reviews (80-100)
57%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
43%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
TL;DR
voice acting
The voice acting in The Midnight Walk is widely praised for enhancing its immersive atmosphere, with critics highlighting a compelling narrator and strong character portrayals. However, concerns about main characters lacking spoken lines, unclear accents, and overwhelming tutorial narration have been noted. Overall, despite some drawbacks, the voice performances are deemed a standout feature that enriches the game's storytelling.
Technical Performance
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68
The Midnight Walk impresses with its visual artistry and smooth gameplay, particularly in VR, on PS5 and PC, but significant VR issues like tracking problems and bugs hold it back. Critics are split; while the aesthetic appeal shines, persistent technical flaws and limited accessibility detract from the overall experience. Improvements are needed to enhance VR functionality and stability on both platforms.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
68
Positive Reviews (80-100)
0%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
100%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
The Midnight Walk impresses with its visual artistry and smooth gameplay, particularly in VR, on PS5 and PC, but significant VR issues like tracking problems and bugs hold it back. Critics are split; while the aesthetic appeal shines, persistent technical flaws and limited accessibility detract from the overall experience. Improvements are needed to enhance VR functionality and stability on both platforms.
Replay Value
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62
The Midnight Walk offers some enticing aspects like exploration, collectibles, and alternate endings that could draw players back. However, critics largely agree that its short runtime (4-8 hours), linear narrative, and repetitive progression limit replay value, leaving many unconvinced of its long-term appeal.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
62
Positive Reviews (80-100)
5%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
71%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
24%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
The Midnight Walk offers some enticing aspects like exploration, collectibles, and alternate endings that could draw players back. However, critics largely agree that its short runtime (4-8 hours), linear narrative, and repetitive progression limit replay value, leaving many unconvinced of its long-term appeal.
Overall Verdict
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MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
78
Positive Reviews (80-100)
78%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
22%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
The Midnight Walk garners praise for its stunning visuals and emotional storytelling, offering a captivating artistic experience. However, it struggles with simplistic gameplay and linear mechanics, leaving some critics recommending it only for those who prioritize aesthetics over challenge. Fans of immersive narratives may enjoy it, but gameplay enthusiasts might find it lacking.
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MONSTER
Reviews
51 reviews found90
But Why Tho?
May 14, 2025
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The Midnight Walk is described as a living storybook that blends emotional resonance with striking visuals, making it an unforgettable experience.
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90
Gamer.no
May 8, 2025
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The Midnight Walk is praised as a unique and essential experience, blending art and storytelling in a way that stands out in the gaming landscape.
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90
Loot Level Chill
May 8, 2025
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The Midnight Walk is praised as one of the best adventure games of 2025, combining stunning visuals with engaging gameplay and a compelling story.
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90
Game8
May 8, 2025
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Despite its gameplay limitations, The Midnight Walk is a visually and audibly stunning experience that offers a unique narrative and artistic presentation, making it a worthwhile purchase.
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90
Combo Infinito
May 10, 2025
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The Midnight Walk is praised as an artistic game with an engaging narrative and unique aesthetics. However, the lack of Portuguese language support is seen as a significant drawback.
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90
IGN
May 8, 2025
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The Midnight Walk is a deeply affecting experience with a rich story and captivating visuals, despite some gameplay frustrations. It leaves a lasting impression and is worth experiencing for its narrative depth.
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89
COGconnected
May 12, 2025
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The Midnight Walk is a special game that combines a deeply affecting story with stunning art direction and masterful audio design, creating a unique experience despite its lack of challenge.
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85
MeuPlayStation
May 9, 2025
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The Midnight Walk is a standout indie title that combines a touching narrative, engaging gameplay, and stunning audio-visual design, making it a worthwhile investment despite minor drawbacks.
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85
IGN Turkey
May 18, 2025
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The Midnight Walk is a unique and emotionally resonant adventure that captivates players with its storytelling, art design, and music, despite minor technical flaws.
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80
Creative Bloq
May 8, 2025
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The Midnight Walk is a remarkable debut that combines stunning visuals, an engaging story, and innovative gameplay mechanics, making it a must-play for fans of the genre.
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