40
NightCry is confusing mess of a game that nevertheless manages to provide a bit of schlocky B movie horror fun, particularly for those with fond memories of Clock Tower.
20
I can't recommend anyone play NightCry unless you have a steel resolve, unlimited time on your hands, and a penchant for terrible physics and animations straight out of the PS2 era.
90
Your enjoyment of NightCry is going to depend a lot on your perspective, which is why I suspect this is going to be one of the most divisive horror games since Deadly Premonition. To judge NightCry at face value would be to grossly overlook all the work that Nude Maker has done to create an authentic Clock Tower-style, classic stalker horror experience for the modern day. You’re going to have to look past the game’s often ugly exterior to see the beauty behind every design choice, every camera angle and every mindblowing plot twist, and you’re going to need to be a horror fan who isn’t spoiled on the modern trends of jump scares and instant gratification.
4
I am not really sure if I can even call this a game, it feels more like an absolute absurd out of earth experience. The only positive part you can take out of it is for a fun, nonsense play night with friends (something I did which I'm glad for as it made the whole experience actually memorable, making lots of memes out of it). Not forgetting how odd this game is, as it was made by the same people behind one of my all time favorite horror games, Clock Tower. I may say it is clear this project had too much ambition on it, which ended up being the way it is due to a clear missing budget at one point. I did felt sick, not due the horror but for how odd this whole thing was designed for (gameplay mostly). I also did not like the characters at all. Rodney, or whatever he was called, was truly terribly written. As someone who has come across similar personal issues, she felt more like a mockery of anyone who had a similar life experience rather than someone you should feel sorry for. Also... does this game have music or?? Im deeply confused... I may say a positive thing: you can perfectly see thay some amazing and well known horror designers worked on it which, at least in such an area, was seriously phenomenal. For end... if you want a crazy experience or something to at least have fun with friends one night, go play this game but I want to warn you about this choice as the game is only available at full price and I don't feel it deserves such among of money.
9
Night Cry is a love-letter to the good old days of low-budget Japanese horror titles. The game refuses to modernize itself from Awkward controls, Cringy dialogue, frustrating mechanics, and poor graphics. Night Cry will be frustrating to modern gamers. Having to navigate the unresponsive point and click movement... or your character constantly slipping while being chased by the Scissor-Man. These may seem like every reason not to get this game, but there's a charm behind these annoying mechanics. It brings back memories of playing Clock Tower: Ghost Mask on my PS1, or enduring the creepy vibes of Fatal Frame. If you enjoy novelty train-wrecks like Deadly Premonition, you should give this game a go. Overall there's no way to give Night Cry a balanced review.. it's either you love it cause it brings back memories, or hate it cause the game lives with its flaws. I loved this train-wreck **** so I'm going to give it a 9.
NightCry
Released On:
Mar 29, 2016
Metascore
Generally Unfavorable
44
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6.9
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Apr 15, 2023
90
Your enjoyment of NightCry is going to depend a lot on your perspective, which is why I suspect this is going to be one of the most divisive horror games since Deadly Premonition. To judge NightCry at face value would be to grossly overlook all the work that Nude Maker has done to create an authentic Clock Tower-style, classic stalker horror experience for the modern day. You’re going to have to look past the game’s often ugly exterior to see the beauty behind every design choice, every camera angle and every mindblowing plot twist, and you’re going to need to be a horror fan who isn’t spoiled on the modern trends of jump scares and instant gratification.
Apr 15, 2023
70
Halfway between survival horror and point'n click adventures lies this game that may not be as scary as we were expecting, but it's still fun and enjoyable.
Apr 15, 2023
60
NightCry brings the old-school Clock Tower formula... and it's technology. Many people is going to struggle to deal with its outdated graphics and control, but if you manage to find its core, you'll get the original Clock Tower feeling back.
Apr 15, 2023
40
NightCry is confusing mess of a game that nevertheless manages to provide a bit of schlocky B movie horror fun, particularly for those with fond memories of Clock Tower.
Apr 15, 2023
30
NightCry controls are a mess, its graphics are outdated and the tension is broken by the monster spawn points. Remember the good old Clock Towers and forget this game.
Apr 15, 2023
20
I can't recommend anyone play NightCry unless you have a steel resolve, unlimited time on your hands, and a penchant for terrible physics and animations straight out of the PS2 era.
Apr 15, 2023
10
Why an emphasis on replay value? Ugly, boring and stupid, NightCry isn't even entertaining on the first go. Being told that I had to repeat a major chunk of the story for the fifth time, particularly after two crashes, was where I had to draw the line. It's rare for me to review a game without finishing, but no matter what's past that damn island, I couldn't see it changing the fact that NightCry is the worst game I've played in years.
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Mar 30, 2016
9
Night Cry is a love-letter to the good old days of low-budget Japanese horror titles. The game refuses to modernize itself from Awkward controls, Cringy dialogue, frustrating mechanics, and poor graphics. Night Cry will be frustrating to modern gamers. Having to navigate the unresponsive point and click movement... or your character constantly slipping while being chased by the Scissor-Man. These may seem like every reason not to get this game, but there's a charm behind these annoying mechanics. It brings back memories of playing Clock Tower: Ghost Mask on my PS1, or enduring the creepy vibes of Fatal Frame. If you enjoy novelty train-wrecks like Deadly Premonition, you should give this game a go. Overall there's no way to give Night Cry a balanced review.. it's either you love it cause it brings back memories, or hate it cause the game lives with its flaws. I loved this train-wreck **** so I'm going to give it a 9.
Mar 16, 2026
4
I am not really sure if I can even call this a game, it feels more like an absolute absurd out of earth experience. The only positive part you can take out of it is for a fun, nonsense play night with friends (something I did which I'm glad for as it made the whole experience actually memorable, making lots of memes out of it). Not forgetting how odd this game is, as it was made by the same people behind one of my all time favorite horror games, Clock Tower. I may say it is clear this project had too much ambition on it, which ended up being the way it is due to a clear missing budget at one point. I did felt sick, not due the horror but for how odd this whole thing was designed for (gameplay mostly). I also did not like the characters at all. Rodney, or whatever he was called, was truly terribly written. As someone who has come across similar personal issues, she felt more like a mockery of anyone who had a similar life experience rather than someone you should feel sorry for. Also... does this game have music or?? Im deeply confused... I may say a positive thing: you can perfectly see thay some amazing and well known horror designers worked on it which, at least in such an area, was seriously phenomenal. For end... if you want a crazy experience or something to at least have fun with friends one night, go play this game but I want to warn you about this choice as the game is only available at full price and I don't feel it deserves such among of money.
SummaryNightCry is set on a cruise ship, and you have been invited along for the cruise of a (possibly short) lifetime. While your surroundings are luxurious and the guests are friendly, not everything is as it should be. The guests and the crew start to turn up dead, the victims of some foul murderer.
Rated Mfor Mature
Platforms:
- PC
- PlayStation Vita
Initial Release Date:Mar 29, 2016
Developer:
- NUDE MAKER,Y.K.
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