South of Midnight

About

South of Midnight is an action-platformer set in a surreal Southern landscape where folklore collides with reality. As Hazel, you navigate a storm-ravaged town teeming with creatures from local myths, using a mystical weaving ability to solve puzzles and fight foes. The game blends exploration with combat, letting you manipulate the environment to overcome obstacles while uncovering a personal story tied to family secrets and supernatural forces. The game stands out for its atmospheric blend of Southern Gothic and modern legend, creating a haunting yet vibrant world. Its coming-of-age narrative weaves emotional stakes with supernatural threats, anchored by fluid platforming and creative ability use. With a 92% critic score on release week and praise for its inventive mechanics, it’s a bold addition to the adventure genre that lingers long after the credits.

Storyline

A DARK MODERN FOLKTALE When a hurricane rips through Prospero, Hazel is pulled into a Southern Gothic world where reality and fantasy are interwoven, and ancient creatures from folklore emerge. In this coming-of-age adventure, Hazel journeys forth to rescue her mother and delves into a haunting web of folklore and family secrets, untangling her own identity.