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Path of the Midnight Sun

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2023

Should you play it?

Protect a noblewoman reckoning with unholy powers as she wards off the soul of the Demon King sealed inside her. Doubt your own companions, survive against unforgiving hordes of monsters. But beware; every choice has consequences in this epic JRPG adventure of betrayal, romance & self-acceptance.

What works
  • Engaging multi-perspective story
  • Well-developed characters and relationships
  • Unique mana and skill tree progression system
  • Beautiful hand-drawn live2d art and orchestral soundtrack
  • Challenging tactical combat with resource and time management
Things to keep in mind
  • Some late game combat becomes repetitive and easier
  • Lack of mid-battle saves frustrates some players
  • Time limits can restrict exploration and side content
  • Some ui and menu navigation clunky
  • Romance options limited and sometimes underdeveloped

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Persona 3 Portable

  • Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition

  • Pillars of Eternity

  • Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition

  • Wildermyth

  • Battle Suit Aces

  • Dragon Age: Origins - Ultimate Edition

  • Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut

  • Bastard Bonds

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Hidden Gems

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  • A House of Many Doors

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Path of the Midnight Sun: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story, Intimacy, Leadership.

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