Nocturnals

About

Nocturnals by Cowboy Toad Games is a brief yet impactful adventure game arriving September 13, 2024. Set in the crumbling town of Ruddleside, it follows Ted as he meets Diego, a fellow survivor, and together they navigate empty streets while searching for others. The game uses branching dialogue and environmental choices to shape their journey, with outcomes influenced by trust, risk, and moral dilemmas. Played in single-player mode across PC, Mac, Linux, and mobile, its minimalist design focuses on narrative over action. The game’s strength lies in its quiet character moments and the weight of decisions that feel personal rather than performative. While short in runtime, player polls on forums note the story lingers longer than most post-apocalyptic tales. The lack of combat or combat mechanics lets the setting’s loneliness amplify the bond between Ted and Diego. Casual players seeking a narrative-driven escape might find it memorable for how small choices echo in a world where connection is scarce.

Storyline

Follow the story of Ted as he navigates the abandoned town of Ruddleside, finding a solitary companion in Diego who agrees to help him continue his search for surviving communities.