Underplayed Gems

Nocturnals (2024)

Nocturnals cover
Developer
Cowboy Toad Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 917 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

Exploring a deserted town, the game feels melancholic and tense as you forge a fragile bond with a companion amid scarce hope.

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What players say

Players praise Nocturnals as a short, cute choices-matter game with LGBTQ+ themes, often comparing it to Telltale's storytelling. A few complain about finicky camera controls, and one reviewer criticizes a character design change in the sequel.

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