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About Midnight Billiards
Midnight Billiards is a turn-based roguelite strategy game developed by Hade Games and released on December 31, 2026 for PC. It merges billiards mechanics with roguelike progression, letting players pick from a cast of characters and gather items to shape their playstyle. Matches unfold over a grid-based table where aiming and positioning matter. Each round is a battle of wits, requiring careful shot selection and resource management. The game leans into deliberate pacing, with outcomes hinging on angles and chain reactions. It’s a niche title for those who enjoy tactical depth over fast-paced action.
Gameplay
Each match is a back-and-forth duel where you take turns launching a cue ball at targets to score points or disrupt opponents. The grid-based layout means every shot affects future moves, pocketing a target might clear space for a combo, while missing leaves you vulnerable. Characters have unique traits: one boosts rebound accuracy, another grants extra turns. Between matches, you earn items that alter mechanics, like adding wind or altering gravity. Controls are precise but unintuitive at first, requiring practice to master physics. Sessions last 15, 30 minutes, with progression tied to unlocking new characters and modifiers. The challenge lies in balancing short-term gains with long-term strategy.
What Players Think
Midnight Billiards holds a 84% rating on PlayPile, with 35% of players completing it. Average playtime is 8 hours, though 40% of the community reports getting hooked for longer. Achievements are unlocked at a 68% rate, suggesting moderate difficulty. Community moods are split: 40% call it “intriguing,” 30% label it “mixed,” and 20% express frustration over “slow learning curves.” One review states, “The depth is there, but you’ll need patience to unlock it.” Another criticizes, “Feels too punishing for casual players.” Positive feedback highlights the satisfaction of perfecting shot chains, while detractors cite repetitive early-game loops.
PlayPile's Take
Midnight Billiards is a gamble for strategy fans willing to invest time. At $29.99, it offers decent value for its layered mechanics and 15+ hours of content. The 38 achievements add replayability, though some require precise execution. Skip it if you prefer instant gratification or fast action. Best suited for roguelite enthusiasts who enjoy incremental improvements and tactical experimentation. It’s not a masterpiece, but its niche appeal could hook the right audience.
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