Nocturnal Quest: An Idle RPG Adventure

Nocturnal Quest: An Idle RPG Adventure

Released Mar 2026

Nocturnal Quest is a Semi-Idle Adventure RPG with 100s of spells & effects, 6 classes, 12 specializations, and countless builds. Have your teams grind gear and progress through an infinity of levels!

72% positive · 190 reviews
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Released, content planned but development status unclear
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Development Uncertain

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Evaluation

Nocturnal Quest is a free-to-play semi-idle RPG developed by a solo developer (Kosmas, operating as Lunarade OÜ). The game was first made available on January 16, 2026 and reached its 1.0 release on March 31, 2026. Between January and late March 2026, the developer was exceptionally active — publishing dozens of updates at a rate of multiple patches per week. This included the addition of a full new 7th class (the Shaman) on March 13–14, 2026, new progression systems like Paragon Levels and the Bestiary, multiple new cursed items, and extensive balance improvements. On March 8, 2026, the developer published an explicit roadmap still listing several unfinished items: town-level perks for the botanist, alchemist, and blacksmith; overall balancing improvements; more endgame mechanics; and finishing the story. They stated "there is a long way to go until 1.0." The March 14, 2026 Shaman announcement additionally noted that "dozens more effects are coming soon." The last developer communication of any kind was Patch v0.0.181 on March 22, 2026. Since then — through October 1, 2026, a gap of over six months — there have been no further posts, patches, or public statements. This silence stands in stark contrast to the rapid-fire update pace that defined the game's first three months, and it comes while several explicitly promised roadmap items remain undelivered (the story is unfinished, town-level perks were not mentioned as shipped, and more endgame mechanics were planned). There is no developer explanation for the halt in communications.
Evidence
Patch v0.0.181 — the last developer communication on record. Adds Paragon Levels, new cursed items, and various fixes.
news post · Mar 22, 2026 source development ongoing
high
Shaman class released as 7th class; post notes 'dozens more effects are coming soon, that will enable even crazier builds as you ascend to higher floors.'
news post · Mar 14, 2026 source content planned
high

Content

2 of 2 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Lunarade OÜ
Achievements
100
Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player

About this game

Nocturnal Quest is a Semi-Idle RPG game. Players recruit heroes, kill monsters, craft weapons & armor, advance talent trees, enchant/reforge equipment, discover mysterious gems, and finally assemble the most powerful adventure teams!

Please note: Idle play is one of the main components of this game.

Features

  • A semi-idle game with deep and complex itemization systems to support endless character builds!

  • Up to 6 adventurer classes to choose from. Every class has 2 specializations, with 3 spells each.

  • Turn-Based + Real-Time battle system: During battles, each unit takes its turn according to its initiative stat. However, triggered effects, buff/debuff ticks, and regeneration happen in "real time". This unique system allows for deep strategy.

  • There are more than 100 different active and passive skills to experiment with.

  • Enchant, Reforge, and Transfer systems allow high customization of adventurers’ equipment.

  • A deep gem system and a variety of set bonuses to further expand your strategy.

  • More than 20 types of monsters among 6 different maps.

  • Attract residents and conduct explorations to further expand your town!

Create unique builds and fight!

Grow magical fruits at the Botanist!

Brew magical potions at the Alchemist!

Last evaluated Oct 1, 2026
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