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Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.
Aeterna Noctis is a metroidvania, difficult and souls-like game
developed and published by Aeternum Game Studios S.L.
Released on December 14th 2021 is available only on Windows
in 8 languages: English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Russian, Simplified Chinese and Portuguese - Brazil.
It has received 1,756 reviews of which 1,339 were positive and 417 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 5.99€ on Steam with a 80% discount, but you can find it for less on Gamivo.
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Windows
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen 5 1500X
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GTX 970 | AMD RX 570
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 20 GB available space
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Aeterna Noctis, developed and published by Aeternum Game Studios, stands out as a compelling entry in the Metroidvania genre, blending challenging gameplay with a richly detailed and interconnected world. Players step into the role of the King of Darkness, embarking on a quest to regain lost powers and restore balance in a realm shrouded in mystery and ancient lore. From the outset, the game sets a tone that is both atmospheric and foreboding, inviting exploration and demanding mastery of its intricate systems. The world of Aeterna Noctis is divided into sixteen distinct regions, each with its own unique visual identity and gameplay challenges. This expansive map is designed to encourage players to explore every nook and cranny, rewarding curiosity with hidden secrets, lore fragments, and alternative paths. The game’s non-linear structure allows for a personalized approach to progression, which keeps the experience fresh and engaging as players tackle different zones in their own order. The hand-drawn art style is striking, featuring fluid frame-by-frame animations that breathe life into the characters and environments, evoking a timeless fantasy aesthetic that complements the dark narrative. Combat in Aeterna Noctis is precise and fast-paced, requiring players to carefully learn enemy patterns and utilize a variety of abilities and upgrades to overcome increasingly difficult encounters. The controls are responsive, and the combat mechanics encourage strategic thinking rather than button-mashing, rewarding skill and timing. The game offers two distinct modes: the standard Aeterna Mode for a classic Metroidvania experience, and the more punishing Noctis Mode for those seeking an intense challenge. This variety adds significant replay value, catering both to newcomers and veterans of the genre who crave difficulty and depth. Narratively, the game weaves its story through environmental storytelling and beautifully crafted voice-acted cutscenes, supported by eight language options that broaden its accessibility. While the plot may take a backseat to gameplay for some, it enriches the world and provides emotional context to the King of Darkness’s journey. The atmospheric soundtrack further elevates the experience, with haunting melodies that underscore the game’s themes of loss, redemption, and power. Despite its many strengths, Aeterna Noctis is not without flaws. Some players have encountered technical hiccups, such as glitches and crashes, which can disrupt immersion, especially on certain platforms like the Nintendo Switch. Additionally, the game’s length and difficulty curve might feel overwhelming or repetitive to some, as the constant challenge demands patience and persistence. However, for those who enjoy methodical exploration combined with tough but fair combat, these issues are minor compared to the overall depth and polish of the experience. Ultimately, Aeterna Noctis is a well-crafted and ambitious Metroidvania that successfully marries challenging gameplay with rich visuals and storytelling. It invites players into a dark, beautifully realized world where every corner holds a secret and every battle tests skill and resolve. For fans of the genre, it offers a rewarding and memorable adventure, proving that even indie studios can deliver an epic experience with heart and style. Rating: 7/10
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I can't believe I am seeing any negative reviews for this game. It might be my favorite metroidvania of all time. If you exclude roguelike/roguelite this is probably in my number 1 spot. Best in class gameplay and mechanics. Tons of versatility in builds and ways to play. Incredible platforming. Fast travel is great. It leans on some ideas of other games and improves on them. The only downsides I can see in the game is that its long and challenging. But that is what I wanted so it's not a problem for me. It was so gratifying to beat each boss and clear each area. And it being long was awesome. I didn't want it to end. I look forward to the seqeul. Personally I didn't love the art style but it didn't impact the game at all for me. The story wasn't great either. The combat mechanics in themselves are very very basic but combined with the incredible movement abilities like teleport arrows and it is something unique and special. This game doesn't deserve a single negative review. It might not be for you but it is a great game regardless.
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This game is probably the best game i ever played. For context, I loved Hollow Knight and Ori, where we have a challenging platforming and also story. Aeterna Noctis, felt like Hollow Knight (very challenging) but not mental as the "Path of Pain" (Hollow Knight part where you will want to kill yourself). The saving locations and teleport are quite balanced. One thing that really annoys me in some platform games (i.e., Hollow Knight) is how unforgiving dying can be (re-spawn far away) or lose all your stuff forever. The story is awesome and complex (can be confusing at times), so is the music and map size. Some platforming at different gravity points are really challenging (imagine a small world pulling you to the middle while you platform) It's been a while that i don't have that much fun in a game :) Thank you devs for this gem. Looking forward for the Aeterna Lucis later this year!
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Very good metroidvania with focus on platform. It is like HK white Palace all over the game
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Disclaimer: Played on Noctis mode, didn't even try Aeterna mode. It does a lot of things really well, but does other things inexplicably badly. I don't think the majority of players will even be able to complete Noctis mode, once you get the teleport arrow pretty much every platforming section after that is hard as nails. If you're one of the people who finished Hollow Knight's Path of Pain and thought "Yeah, I want more of this." This game is for you, because basically every section after getting the teleport arrow is like that. +Platforming sections are very creative and require almost pixel-perfect use of teleport arrows and wall hanging to get through. +Map is absolutely gargantuan. +Tons of secrets, almost every time you go off the intended path the game rewards you for it. -The environmental hazards are weird, like I was thinking "Huh, I've never seen amorphous blobs used as hazards in a platforming game", and now I know why, you have no idea whether you will will clear an obstacle or clip the edge of the blob and be sent back to the last checkpoint. -Visually very noisy, in some areas the foreground clutter obscures the game area. Sometimes you can't even see your character because there's foreground objects obscuring him. The crystal caves was probably the worst offender, at some points I couldn't tell if a crystal that would kill me was an onscreen obstacle or something in the foreground. The Phoenix fight is particularly bad, the developers asked for feedback and everyone told them you can't differentiate between the damaging flaming feathers it drops and the lava background. they kept it in the finished product anyway. -Kind of ties into the first point, the King's hitbox seems slightly too large to get by the amorphous obstacles consistently. -I don't know if some areas are even possible without the gem that slows down time when aiming the teleport arrow, I kept it equipped for the entire game the moment I found it because I didn't see how it would even be possible to pass some sections without it. Should probably be a default ability rather than using one of your gem slots, really. The ability to hang on a wall and not move unless you input a direction should also be an innate ability instead of requiring a gem slot. -Sometimes I couldn't even see the area ahead and had to commit suicide to see the next path. Should probably let you hold R1 or some other button and move the D-pad or analog stick, something to let you take a look at the area first. -There are a couple of sort of anime videos in it. They're pretty ropey, there was an attempt, they clearly did not have the budget for it.
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Aeterna Noctis is currently priced at 5.99€ on Steam.
Aeterna Noctis is currently available at a 80% discount. You can purchase it for 5.99€ on Steam.
Aeterna Noctis received 1,339 positive votes out of a total of 1,756 achieving a rating of 7.35.
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Aeterna Noctis was developed and published by Aeternum Game Studios S.L.
Aeterna Noctis is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Aeterna Noctis is not playable on MacOS.
Aeterna Noctis is not playable on Linux.
Aeterna Noctis offers both single-player and multi-player modes.
Aeterna Noctis offers both Co-op and PvP modes.
There are 7 DLCs available for Aeterna Noctis. Explore additional content available for Aeterna Noctis on Steam.
Aeterna Noctis does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Aeterna Noctis does not support Steam Remote Play.
Aeterna Noctis is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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Developer
Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Publisher
Aeternum Game Studios S.L
Release
14 Dec 2021
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