The Midnight Walk
May 8, 2025
Critic Score
81.0
28 critic reviews
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Critic Reviews (28)
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92.0
Gameplay
73.0
Story
88.0
"As we rolled credits on The Midnight Walk, any issues we had technically or otherwise had long since faded away. Instead, what stood out to us was the game&s;s haunting world filled with pensive storylines, impactful visuals, and an emotionally …"
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75.0
Gameplay
70.0
Story
85.0
"Part adventure horror, part digital representation of Tim Burton&s;s dreams, The Midnight Walking must be played to be truly understood. Possibly wearing a VR headset, so that it can express the best of itself, involving and deeply moving, because in …"
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90.0
Gameplay
72.0
Story
84.0
"I&s;ve been keeping my eye on The Midnight Walk for a while now and was not disappointed in the final presentation. It&s;s gross, and disfigured in all the best ways, and does amazing work with mixing animation, claymation, and film …"
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88.0
Gameplay
65.0
Story
82.0
"The Midnight Walk is a rare case of a book best judged by its cover. If its aesthetic speaks to you, you&s;ll have a pleasant, spooky journey alongside Potboy."
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65.0
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45.0
Story
70.0
"The Midnight Walk is undeniably a big stab at both a moody experience and a satisfying puzzler. MoonHood&s;s debut stumbles a bit at the latter, running into some lacklustre puzzle design and monotony with how scarcely it mixes this up, …"
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92.0
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84.0
Story
76.0
"Although The Midnight Walk’s interactive elements can’t match the artistry of its hand-molded clay figures, that doesn’t dampen how impressive this audiovisual journey is at its best."
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92.0
Gameplay
78.0
Story
84.0
"The Midnight Walk is a love letter to craftsmanship. It is an experience that proves video games can be moving pieces of art—perfect for those seeking to immerse themselves in a strange, dark, and haunting world."
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95.0
Gameplay
95.0
Story
95.0
"Not since my first time playing Journey has a title struck as strong an emotional chord with my very soul. The claymation world is absolutely beautiful yet terrifying, the soundtrack is hauntingly gorgeous, and the gameplay is full of wildly …"
Read original review"The Midnight Walk is a journey that envelops us in its poetic darkness, symbolic light, and eccentric characters, where every scene feels like a work of art. The combination of unique aesthetics, suggestive narrative, and contemplative gameplay creates an intimate …"
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80.0
Gameplay
75.0
Story
65.0
"Visually beautiful and boasting first-class sound design, The Midnight Walk does not impress as positively in gameplay."
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75.0
Gameplay
70.0
Story
80.0
"Founding members of Moonhood once told me they thought about quitting game development altogether, before eventually founding the studio and finding a reason to keep going with this project. I can&s;t help but feel The Midnight Walk is an allegory …"
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70.0
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80.0
Story
95.0
"The Midnight Walk is a special game and one that tells a deeply affecting story while exploring a range of poignant themes. Its stunning art direction and masterful audio design come together to create an experience unlike any other. Though …"
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90.0
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85.0
Story
75.0
"There are weirdos like me that find comfort in horror games, but The Midnight Walk strategically and intentionally walks the line between cozy game and horror game. Come for the vibes, stay for the vibes, as you tread along The …"
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50.0
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40.0
Story
60.0
"The Midnight Walk’s breathtaking art and moody narrative compensate for, but can’t fully redeem its shallow, repetitive gameplay. A feast for the eyes, but thin for the hands."
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72.0
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76.0
Story
84.0
"The Midnight Walk is an intoxicating journey through a beautifully twisted nightmare world. The Burnt One&s;s quest to Moon Mountain is an atmospheric, bleak, and surprisingly sweet story that&s;s worth experiencing."
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60.0
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70.0
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85.0
"As a VR-optional walkabout adventure, The Midnight Walk is light on thrills or variety, but it makes up for that with some of the most arresting and artistically accomplished visuals inside a headset."
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75.0
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65.0
Story
75.0
"It draws you in with its fascinating early chapters, but it can&s;t quite keep up the same level of puzzling intrigue throughout the rest of the game."
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90.0
Gameplay
75.0
Story
85.0
"Recommending The Midnight Walk is almost trivial. It&s;s a reflective, beautiful, and fun journey. The Switch 2 version follows the pattern of many ports I&s;ve been reviewing recently: it&s;s in no way inferior to the original versions. Of course, the …"
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90.0
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75.0
Story
80.0
"It&s;s not a lengthy game by any means, but The Midnight Walk will stay with you for a while after rolling the credits. The claymation aesthetic is consistently impressive to behold, so much so that I&s;m hoping I don&s;t see …"
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85.0
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70.0
Story
78.0
"The Midnight Walk is a real eye-catcher, offering one of the most distinctive and visually-arresting worlds yet seen in a horror game. As with most good walks, the experience is often best in its quieter moments, as the game’s puzzles …"
Read original review"The Sun has disappeared, waters dried out, and darkness slowly creeped upon the inhabitants of this hand-moulded land of clay. Heads have forsaken bodies, houses started walking and creators felt unfulfilled. Horrors of beyond, terror and somber spread. Bizarrely scary, …"
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85.0
Gameplay
70.0
Story
80.0
"The Midnight Walk offers a haunting and reflective experience, blending stealth, puzzle-solving, and a unique handcrafted clay world. Its slow-paced narrative, built through environmental storytelling and cryptic dialogue, invites you to uncover meaning at your own pace."
Read original review"An adventure game with puzzle, stealth and horror elements, The Midnight Walk isn&s;t all that complex mechanically. Its dark, intriguing world will grab your attention, though, and you&s;ll soon come to love your companion, Potboy, making you want to see …"
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72.0
Gameplay
68.0
Story
78.0
"The Midnight Walk successfully transitions from VR to traditional gameplay, delivering a visually stunning stop-motion adventure filled with clever puzzles and a hauntingly beautiful world. Its handcrafted clay aesthetic and atmospheric storytelling make it one of the most unique indie …"
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95.0
Gameplay
75.0
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85.0
"The Midnight Walk is an innovative VR experience that prioritizes artistic vision and emotional storytelling over traditional gameplay. While the simple mechanics and short runtime may disappoint some, the unique claymation visuals and creative use of eye-tracking make it a …"
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70.0
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60.0
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50.0
"A wondrous dreamlike world to explore in or out of VR, but a story that doesn&s;t always hit as hard as you might want."
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92.0
Gameplay
75.0
Story
80.0
"The Midnight Walk is a one-of-a-kind, often atmospheric and melancholic journey through a hauntingly twisted and imaginative world made better in VR."
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20.0
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20.0
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20.0
"A touching and eerie story about how a ray of light in the dark can truly change everything if used correctly."
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