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Nocturnal

Carve your way with fire and steel to find out what secrets lie beyond the Mist in this intense 2-hour-long action-platformer game. Get ready to wield the flames and burn everything!

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Developer
Sunnyside Games
Publisher
Dear Villagers
Release
June 7, 2023
3 years and 57 days ago
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Very Positive4,703 reviews94.0%

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About the Game

Nocturnal is an action game where you play as Ardeshir, a soldier of the Enduring Flame, returning to his homeland, Nahran, after many years of absence.

Following the appearance of a mysterious Mist, the island has recently fallen into chaos, and Ardeshir must wield his flaming sword and use powerful abilities to confront its mysteries and free Nahran.

Features:

  • Repel a dynamically generated Mist that reacts to the flames of your sword.

  • Carry your flames across Nahran: your blade can also ignite the environment, activate mechanisms, and even destroy creatures born from the Mist.

  • Defeat enemies and explore the environment to collect ash, which can be offered to Phoenix statues. You'll gain new skills and bonuses vital for your survival.

  • Explore a compact island offering a streamlined experience centered around a singular concept. (game length: around 3 hours)

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