Nocturnal

Nocturnal

Released Jun 2023

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!

94% positive · 5,063 reviews
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All announced content has been released
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence

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Evaluation

Nocturnal launched on June 7, 2023 as a self-contained, story-driven action-platformer described as approximately 2–3 hours long. The store description positions it as a compact, focused experience built around a single concept — language consistent with a finished, complete product rather than an ongoing one. The two DLC items released after launch are a soundtrack (July 12, 2023) and an artbook (February 7, 2024), both supplementary content rather than gameplay expansions. There has been no post-launch gameplay content, no roadmap, and no developer statements suggesting further additions to the game itself. The most recent developer activity is a security patch released on October 10, 2025, addressing a Unity engine vulnerability — routine maintenance rather than new content. Most notably, on April 24, 2026, the developer announced a demo for a full sequel, Nocturnal 2, signaling that the studio has moved on from the original game to a new project. The original Nocturnal appears to have shipped as a complete, stand-alone experience with no further content planned.
Evidence
Developer announced a playable demo for Nocturnal 2, the sequel — indicating the studio has moved on from the original game to a new project.
news post · Apr 24, 2026 source development ending
high
Nocturnal launched on Steam as a finished product with a launch trailer and discount.
news post · Jun 7, 2023 source content shipped
high

Content

2 of 2 released · no outstanding content
Released
Feb 2024
Released
Jul 2023

Media

Details

Publisher
Dear Villagers
Achievements
11
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this 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)

Last evaluated Jun 14, 2026
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