NOCTIS
by Studio Nox
About NOCTIS
Noctis, from Studio Nox, is a cyberpunk dystopian dating sim and visual novel built in Ren'Py with animated 3DCG visuals. You play a male protagonist in a city full of secrets, meeting complex characters and making choices that affect relationships and the wider world. It combines exploration with romance, sci-fi themes, and hard questions about humanity and technology.
The current build is v0.01.50a, dated May 3, 2025, and development is ongoing. It runs on Windows and Linux in English and is uncensored. The latest changelog expands Violet’s questline with new events and scenes, adds the Euphoria District and Stellar’s villa as new areas, introduces Bonny, and implements a sex scene control system. It also adds a skip option for the bar minigame, new billboard ads, lighting adjustments, and fixes for portrait display during dialogue.
Developer's description
Noctis is a dystopian cyberpunk visual novel and dating sim, set in a world steeped in lore, mystery, and hard-hitting questions about humanity, technology, and the blurred lines between the two. In Noctis , you’ll explore a city layered with secrets, meet multifaceted characters, and make choices that ripple through both their lives and the world around them. This isn’t just about uncovering secrets—it’s about navigating relationships, uncovering personal truths, and finding your place in a society on the edge.
NOCTIS screenshots
Download NOCTIS v0.01.50a
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Player reviews
What players say
Mixed reception: some praise its cyberpunk style and writing, while others criticize difficult mini-games and slow progression.
Players like
- Stylish cyberpunk world and tone
- Promising writing and character-driven story
- Good models and visuals
- Strong sound and music
Common complaints
- Difficult mini-game timing feels impossible
- Long waits and unclear quest progression
- Rough edges and weak UI gameplay
Best for players who enjoy dark cyberpunk stories and tolerate rough builds.
Summarised from 3 written player reviews.
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