Overview

• South of Midnight, currently in early access for Premium edition buyers, blends Southern Gothic folklore with magical realism in a visually striking portrayal of the American Deep South.
• The game introduces groundbreaking difficulty customization, allowing players to skip combat encounters or adjust settings like enemy aggression and player invincibility.
• Players praise the narrative-driven exploration, highlighted by intricate environmental storytelling, a dynamic soundtrack, and stop-motion-inspired cutscenes.
• Combat, while movement-focused and featuring traversal-based crowd control, is considered secondary to the game's exploration and storytelling elements.
• The full global release is scheduled for April 8, 2025, with early feedback emphasizing the game's accessibility and flexibility in tailoring the experience to individual play styles.