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Path of the Midnight Sun
In Path of the Midnight Sun, we aim to blend a rich, immersive narrative with interesting and challenging turn-based tactical gameplay. You’ll follow a small band of morally gray characters as they travel the lands of Arvium. Collect, craft & cook as you fight your way through hordes of enemies. Time is limited, and every choice is meaningful. Focu...
Details
- Released
- January 10, 2023
- Developer
- Studio Daimon
- Genres
- Point-and-click · Role-playing (RPG) · Strategy · Tactical · Adventure · Indie · Visual Novel
- Publisher
- Studio Daimon
- Platforms
- PC
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Path of the Midnight Sun Reviews
Professional reviews from gaming critics
Let’s be real: JRPGs and JRPG-inspired games are a dime a dozen. It takes something really special to shine. Path of the Midnight Sun does just that. I never thought I’d be sitting here in the first half of the first month of 2023, saying that a game is a GOTY contender. But that’s exactly what I’m doing. It’s in the running because of its intriguing and often surprisingly original story, relatable characters, and solid gameplay. It’s a love letter to classic JRPGs, but also a game that understands the need to stand out on its own.
I appreciate how the story so succinctly ties up its loose ends, and the epilogue makes the journey worth it. However, I did feel that the game’s pacing could drag on at specific points with several “fake out” endings, which are a storytelling mechanic I dislike. Honestly though? I forgot all about that minor frustration when I finally reached the proper conclusion because it was such an entertaining journey overall. Much heart and soul went into creating Path of the Midnight Sun, and that effort shows time and time again throughout the game. It’s worth tracking down and one I’ll fo…
Path of the Midnight Sun is well worth a look if you’re a fan of turn-based JRPGs. If you enjoyed the old Final Fantasy and Fire Emblem games, then there's a high chance that you'll love this.
Path of the Midnight Sun is an indie game full of ambition. While not everything the game tries works so well, you have to appreciate it for trying. With great characters and interesting mechanics, overall I had a good time and I can see this game being someone’s hidden gem favorite.
Path of the Midnight Sun, the debut title from Studio Daimon, combines visual novel storytelling with strategic turn-based RPG combat. Although neither element truly shines on its own, the game balances them well to create a satisfying 25-hour experience.