| Melatonin | |
|---|---|
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| Developer(s) | Half Asleep Games |
| Publisher(s) | Half Asleep Games |
| Director(s) | David Huynh |
| Engine | Unity [1] |
| Platform(s) | Nintendo Switch, Microsoft Windows, macOS, PlayStation 5 |
| Release | Nintendo Switch and PC:December 15, 2022 PS5:March 12, 2024 |
| Genre(s) | Rhythm |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Melatonin is a 2022 rhythm video game released by indie developer Half Asleep.
It received positive reviews, with its art style and music praised, but its short length criticized.
Melatonin is a rhythm game that takes place in a dream world of an unnamed male protagonist with 20 levels. Unlike a traditional rhythm game, it lacks overlays, relying instead on visual and auditory cues. The minigames, which are similar to Rhythm Heaven, are played against Lo-fi music.
In addition to its main game, the game has a level editor to create new minigames.
Melatonin was developed by Canadian developer David Huynh, who had previously worked in graphic design. [2] Announced in Wholesome Game's 2022 Summer game fest, [3] It was first released for the Nintendo Switch and Steam on December 15, 2022.
A version for the PlayStation 5 was released on March 12th, 2024. [4] In addition, the game's soundtrack was released on vinyl, in a two part LP, by the company iam8bit. [5]
| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| Metacritic | Switch: 87/100 PC: 77/100 |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| Nintendo Life | 7/10 |
| TouchArcade | 4.5/5 |
According to Metacritic, both the Switch and PC versions of Melatonin were given "Generally Favorable" reviews. [6]
Hardcore Gamer's review praised the graphics and gameplay, describing it as "Cleverly-orchestrated, if sadly a little on the abrupt side due to its short run-time". [7] Game Rant praised the music and gameplay, but criticized the difficulty and the short length. [8] Nintendo Life praised the aesthetic and accessibility options, but criticized the short length and difficulty, saying "It doesn't fill the Rhythm Heaven -shaped hole in the Switch's portfolio, but instead it creates a dreamy new space filled with cotton candy colour, energy, and, most importantly, fun." [9]
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