Action · April 8, 2025
South of Midnight (2025)
South of Midnight (2025) scores 95% positive on Steam from 2.5k reviews, developed by Compulsion Games.
South of Midnight (2025) is a Action title from Compulsion Games available on Windows. The title carries a 95% Steam positive rating across 2.5k reviews, 40 Steam achievements, and 100k–1M estimated owners — making it a measurable reference point when comparing to peers in the Action category.
SOUTH OF MIDNIGHT PREMIUM EDITION Immerse yourself into the macabre and fantastical world of South of Midnight with the Premium Edition, which includes the full game and digital access (in English) to: • South of Midnight Artbook • Original Soundtrack composed by Olivier Deriviere • The Boo-Hag Comic book by Rob Guillory • Music Video: Songs & Tales of South of Midnight • Documentary: Weaving Hazel’s Journey, Director’s Cut About the Game UNRAVEL THE PAST From the creators of Contrast and We Happy Few, South of Midnight is a spellbinding third person action-adventure game set in the American Deep South. As Hazel, you will explore the mythos and encounter creatures of Southern folklore in a macabre and fantastical world. When disaster strikes her hometown, Hazel is called to become a Weaver: a magical mender of broken bonds and spirits. Imbued with these new abilities, Hazel will confront and subdue dangerous creatures, untangle the webs of her own family’s shared past and – if she’s lucky – find her way to a place that feels like home. A DARK MODERN FOLKTALE When a hurricane rips through Prospero, Hazel is pulled into a Southern Gothic world of memory made real and must embark on a journey to rescue her mother and safeguard her hometown. In this folktale for modern times, Hazel will need to reconcile the weight of family, history, and legacy against her own identity. CONFRONT MYTHICAL CREATURES Wield an ancient power to restore creatures and uncover the traumas that consume them. Cast weaving magic to fight destructive Haints, explore the diverse regions of the South, and reweave the tears in the Grand Tapestry. HAUNTING BEAUTY OF THE GOTHIC SOUTH Discover the lush, decayed county of Prospero and its locals. Experience a crafted visual style, touching storytelling, and immersive music inspired by the complex and rich history of the South.
Release & Availability
| Release date | Apr 8, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Developer | Compulsion Games |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Base price | $29.99 -25% |
| DLC / Add-ons | 2 released |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Estimated owners | 100k–1M |
| External links | Official site · Support · [email protected] |
Release timeline
South of Midnight launched on Apr 8, 2025.
Studio and publishing
The title was developed by Compulsion Games and published by Xbox Game Studios.
Platform support
Playable natively on Windows.
Packages & editions
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Reception & Reviews
Steam community score
Steam users rate South of Midnight 95% positive across 2.5k reviews — categorised as Overwhelmingly Positive.
2.4k positive · 126 negative
Critic consensus
Critic reception data on Metacritic is limited for this post-2021 title — Steam user reviews are the primary reception signal.
Curator & community recommendations
Steam curators and players have issued 3.6k recommendations for this title.
Gameplay Profile
Genres
- Action
- Adventure
Community tag consensus
- Female Protagonist · 235
- Action-Adventure · 234
- Magic · 222
- Fantasy · 221
- Singleplayer · 216
- Story Rich · 215
- Atmospheric · 194
- Stylized · 187
- Third Person · 181
- 3D Platformer · 180
- Dark · 167
- Surreal · 162
Playtime profile
Community average playtime is 8 hours — a short (5–15 hours) commitment.
Steam achievements
The title ships with 40 Steam achievements to unlock.
Languages supported
Interface / subtitles: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish – Spain, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Greek, Hungarian, Japanese.
Full audio: English, French, Turkish.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was South of Midnight released?
South of Midnight was released on Apr 8, 2025 by Compulsion Games.
Is South of Midnight worth playing?
Based on 2.5k Steam reviews, South of Midnight holds a 95% positive rating (Overwhelmingly Positive) — suggesting the game resonates with most players who try it.
What platforms does South of Midnight support?
South of Midnight runs natively on Windows.
How much does South of Midnight cost?
Base price on Steam is $29.99 (before seasonal discounts).