Where do i begin! This game has immediately become the best one i've ever played! The characters are so lovable and well-rounded, the puzzles are perfect! So fun to think back and use past information as clues in the deductions! Emotional and makes you think on morality and character! Just simply wonderful! Couldn't be happier with it, thank you Lydia :)
I know the full game dropped like 3 years ago but I installed it, played a little of the first chapter, then forgot about it, but I've finally came around to playing all four chapters and I'm actually speechless.
Everything about this game was masterful. The characters, the twists, the story, the puzzle. It's a slow start, but as the story progresses and more characters are introduced and more backstory is fed it becomes a captivating playthrough that will have you in the palm of the games hand.
The only criticisms I have is that there some puzzles that are really more up to chance, such as the hiding one in the final chapter, and there were some questionable musical choices in certain scenes that could have benefited from a more fitting track, but these are nitpicks that don't take from the experience.
Overall, not to pull a Dave Meltzer, but I have to give this game 11/10. No exaggeration. The game met expectations and proceeded to exceed them through it's witty game design, diverse cast of characters and the rollercoaster of a story it told. This is what RPGMaker games aspire to be.
After I have completed the game, I must say, it was a delightful and emotional experience! The story and characters are well crafted, showing that the RPG Maker game format is a unique and very interesting way to explore these, along with the puzzle-style gameplay. Even if I found some of the puzzles to be straightforward, the addition of the Help option is a really nice touch to me. Besides helping the player, it makes sense that Neil would be able to understand situations/puzzles more effectively and help you out with them; it gives the game character!
I can't forget to mention the visuals; not only the graphics and character models, but the fact that there are 4 whole Chapters with varying looks and good amount of content makes the effort put into the game very apparent! Every time I finished one, I was itching to get to the next.
I can't put into words how inspiring and lovely your work is; I recommend this experience to others, and I wish the bestfor the upcoming remake!!
Some tips for other players:
-Download RTP VX Ace package from the official RPG Maker Store and extract it before playing! (RTP means Run Time Package; it has all the assets, graphics, etc. of the game).
En serio, este juego se ha convertido en uno de mis favoritos.
¿Qué puedo decir? Me hizo sentir una montaña rusa de emociones, todo me ha encantado. Me ha gustado más porque tengo preferencia por las historias de detectives y de misterio, pero tampoco puedo dejar de lado que los puzzles tienen una buena dificultad y no los consideré tan complicados, pero sí te hacen pensar un rato. La historia y los personajes están bien escritos, sus historias me conmovieron y adoré el final, me identifiqué mucho con Neil ajsdhjafhk. El gameplay no defrauda ya que me entretuvo bastante y la ambientación en general también es muy buena, desde los gráficos , el arte, hasta la música.
Es una joya infravalorada la verdad, sería bueno que fuera igual de popular que Aria's Story porque es igual de bueno.
Gracias por crear este juego y compartir tu trabajo Lydia. Nunca defraudan. ¡Espero con ansias el remake!
Este juego me ha gustado aún más que el anterior. Es más largo y complejo, tanto a nivel jugable como a nivel de historia. Y el arte precioso aquí también.
This game made a strong impression on me and even made me cry at the end. The story feels complete and well remembered. I look forward to future games from this developer.
In the beginning there were one or two riddles that I could not solve with logic and used the guides, but otherwise everything is quite logical and solvable.
Unfortunately the game was too difficult for me dumb self and I couldn't finish it. Has a mysterious story with interesting characters. I was too curious about the plot and ending so I've watched vids about others finishing it. I have to say that it was impressive. I recommend after a few tries if a player can't complete a certain task, to be able to lower the difficulty.
It is supposed that if you found a puzzle difficult, you should ask Neil for help and he would tell you what to do, sometimes he would even tell you the answer.
oh boy, this story is not just about a train but also a rollercoaster because the plot kept me envolved in ways I can't explain, such a complex story and amazing characters. It's worth all the time I spent playing it. Wish I could've seen more about Luna, Apollo and Selene as a trio, I love their dynamic. I miss the characters and the whole group together already
the story is complete and still leaves a lasting impression ,the same goes for aria.the combination of decryption and story is perfect,not all rmgame can achieve it.Anyway, I like it！
ik but i feel like this is something you shouldn't need to do for a game? Like updating your driver's and stuff sure but downloading a whole extra program seems a little much? Especially since i haven't any idea what this program is or does.
And if you as the player need to download an extra program to play they should tell people in the description aswell so that you're aware beforehand
Hi, I'd like to play the game but it says that graphics/characters/vehicles are not found. I downloaded the VX Ace RTP so it let me open the game but I couldn't play anything because when I tried to start a new one, it would tell show that error message. Does anyone know how to fix this?
Hi! Thanks for the response, I've managed to figure out what the problem was. I think it had something to do with how I installed or extracted the RTP. I deleted the files, downloaded them again and extracted them. Since then, the game has been working.
Ok, i made a tutorial. It works with Windows 10 i dunno about Windows 11. Here is the link. If that doesn’t work look up on google “how to make a window full screen in windows”
Easily one of the best rpg maker games ive ever played, I came here right after finishing Aria's Story and loved every second of it One thing i really appreciated was how Luna was mute!! I have a speech impediment as well, im not completely mute anymore thanks to speech therapy but do still use a notepad to communicate sometimes and it made me really happy to see a character like that ^^ Im so glad i found this game bcos it's one of those games that i know ill never forget Thank you for making this!!
just finished the game and i have to say the game dev has improved alot from arias story! i got more and more attached to the characters after knowing their backstories and seeing them develop throughout all 4 chapters :) there r also more drawn cutscenes so thats cool and also an ENDING SONG??? like i seriously was not expecting that so the sequence hit ten times harder
puzzles are also quite well thought! if u get stuck theres a hint option.
this games gonna have me brainrotting for a while HAHAHA
just started playing and i already love the idea of a helpless companion whom you have to constantly help HAHA + the help tab in the menu where you get to chat with him is really cool too!
side note for mac users: if you're using porting kit for the game and got a popup about rpg maker vxace rtp being required, download it from here: https://www.rpgmakerweb.com/run-time-package run the setup.exe in porting kit to download the rtp folder and make sure to save the rtp folder to the midnight train folder; then go to the midnight train folder and copy all the vx ace rtp folder's audio fonts files etc into the game folder's audio and fonts files
Absolute masterpiece, nothing has made me feel this much emotion in years. 10/10 would cry again. Also I would totally buy a Lawton&Wyndell detective agency shirt
Incredible game! Filled with a lot of emotional story and great puzzles.
My playthrough:
(SPOILERS BELOW)
My thoughts on the game:
A lot of emotion and detail is put into the story, quite amazing!
I don't understand why Diana doesn't go on the train with the others, she could at least try. In other words, what's gonna happen if she walks into the train with them? Or is there some magical barrier that stops her?
What does Diana eat?
I really like the puzzles, not too easy but not too hard either. Especially not as unforgiving as Aria's story.
More thoughts may come later on!
Overall, I'm really enjoying the game so far. Amazing job! :)
yeah you need RPGVXEAce RTP to play ,the one that the creator of the game gave didn't work for me so i deleted some parts of the link and i found this page , i download the package and installed it and then i was able to play :D RPG Maker RTP Downloads | RPG Maker | Make A Game! (rpgmakerweb.com)
hello everyone. I've been playing this game for a while now and i'd like to ask on how to solve the puzzle on the third building (the mine building) the precise place is the mirror room. I don't know what i should search there
its been 5 months so ur prolly done with that puzzle but just incase! all u need to do is avoid the other neils and find a mirror that reflects a non-bloody neil, then choose to "touch it":D to get to the mirror i think u just go to the far right then go down
Hahah 😅😅. Actually i haven't finish that hospital level. Since i could skip the level, i decided to do that. I don't know why, but every game with hospital level gives some creep in me, that's why i want to finish that level ASAP.
In short, yeah i finish the game but without the feature of skipping that level i would never have finished it. The game is really good by the way.
I can play the game on andriod using Joiplay since it can run rpgmaker vx ace and it runs perfectly like Aria's Story but it wont let me continue to chapter 2. Does it need something a pc can only do? Help dont know what to do.
I remember when I played this game, waiting for chapter 4. When it came out I finished it in one day and cried like a baby at the end. My favorite RPG at the moment, it's just perfect, the lore, the characters, art style, and many more things. 11/10 gained my heart.
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Where do i begin! This game has immediately become the best one i've ever played! The characters are so lovable and well-rounded, the puzzles are perfect! So fun to think back and use past information as clues in the deductions! Emotional and makes you think on morality and character! Just simply wonderful! Couldn't be happier with it, thank you Lydia :)
I can't access the vx ace rtp thing needed to play
girl me neither
same
https://www.rpgmakerweb.com/run-time-package
download link since the one on here is broken
u just need to download the rpgvxace with rtp which you can find on the rpgmaker website , its really easy and simple
I know the full game dropped like 3 years ago but I installed it, played a little of the first chapter, then forgot about it, but I've finally came around to playing all four chapters and I'm actually speechless.
Everything about this game was masterful. The characters, the twists, the story, the puzzle. It's a slow start, but as the story progresses and more characters are introduced and more backstory is fed it becomes a captivating playthrough that will have you in the palm of the games hand.
The only criticisms I have is that there some puzzles that are really more up to chance, such as the hiding one in the final chapter, and there were some questionable musical choices in certain scenes that could have benefited from a more fitting track, but these are nitpicks that don't take from the experience.
Overall, not to pull a Dave Meltzer, but I have to give this game 11/10. No exaggeration. The game met expectations and proceeded to exceed them through it's witty game design, diverse cast of characters and the rollercoaster of a story it told. This is what RPGMaker games aspire to be.
Bra. fucking. Vo.
After I have completed the game, I must say, it was a delightful and emotional experience! The story and characters are well crafted, showing that the RPG Maker game format is a unique and very interesting way to explore these, along with the puzzle-style gameplay. Even if I found some of the puzzles to be straightforward, the addition of the Help option is a really nice touch to me. Besides helping the player, it makes sense that Neil would be able to understand situations/puzzles more effectively and help you out with them; it gives the game character!
I can't forget to mention the visuals; not only the graphics and character models, but the fact that there are 4 whole Chapters with varying looks and good amount of content makes the effort put into the game very apparent! Every time I finished one, I was itching to get to the next.
I can't put into words how inspiring and lovely your work is; I recommend this experience to others, and I wish the best for the upcoming remake!!
Some tips for other players:
-Download RTP VX Ace package from the official RPG Maker Store and extract it before playing! (RTP means Run Time Package; it has all the assets, graphics, etc. of the game).
-Fullscreen, what worked for me: Hold Alt+Enter
En serio, este juego se ha convertido en uno de mis favoritos.
¿Qué puedo decir? Me hizo sentir una montaña rusa de emociones, todo me ha encantado. Me ha gustado más porque tengo preferencia por las historias de detectives y de misterio, pero tampoco puedo dejar de lado que los puzzles tienen una buena dificultad y no los consideré tan complicados, pero sí te hacen pensar un rato. La historia y los personajes están bien escritos, sus historias me conmovieron y adoré el final, me identifiqué mucho con Neil ajsdhjafhk. El gameplay no defrauda ya que me entretuvo bastante y la ambientación en general también es muy buena, desde los gráficos , el arte, hasta la música.
Es una joya infravalorada la verdad, sería bueno que fuera igual de popular que Aria's Story porque es igual de bueno.
Gracias por crear este juego y compartir tu trabajo Lydia. Nunca defraudan. ¡Espero con ansias el remake!
WAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH ILOVE THIS GAMR SO =MUCG WASDASC THANK YOU FR CREATING SUH A GOOD GAME LYDIA I KOVE IT ADADVSDV I CRIED SO MUCH I
Este juego me ha gustado aún más que el anterior. Es más largo y complejo, tanto a nivel jugable como a nivel de historia. Y el arte precioso aquí también.
This game made a strong impression on me and even made me cry at the end. The story feels complete and well remembered. I look forward to future games from this developer.
In the beginning there were one or two riddles that I could not solve with logic and used the guides, but otherwise everything is quite logical and solvable.
Unfortunately the game was too difficult for me dumb self and I couldn't finish it. Has a mysterious story with interesting characters. I was too curious about the plot and ending so I've watched vids about others finishing it. I have to say that it was impressive. I recommend after a few tries if a player can't complete a certain task, to be able to lower the difficulty.
It is supposed that if you found a puzzle difficult, you should ask Neil for help and he would tell you what to do, sometimes he would even tell you the answer.
I had to do the same with the dev's other game. The games are beautiful but just difficult as hell lol
oh boy, this story is not just about a train but also a rollercoaster because the plot kept me envolved in ways I can't explain, such a complex story and amazing characters. It's worth all the time I spent playing it. Wish I could've seen more about Luna, Apollo and Selene as a trio, I love their dynamic. I miss the characters and the whole group together already
the story is complete and still leaves a lasting impression ,the same goes for aria.the combination of decryption and story is perfect,not all rmgame can achieve it.Anyway, I like it！
im getting an error message saying i need rpgvxace to run the game?
Download RPG VX Ace from this site: https://www.rpgmakerweb.com/run-time-package
ik but i feel like this is something you shouldn't need to do for a game? Like updating your driver's and stuff sure but downloading a whole extra program seems a little much? Especially since i haven't any idea what this program is or does.
And if you as the player need to download an extra program to play they should tell people in the description aswell so that you're aware beforehand
I agree with you. But don't worry it's nothing dangerous.developers have mentioned it.maybe you missed it.
Are you still active on itch.io or can I find more content elsewhere? I love both of these games and need hope that there will be more. <3
honetly not sure havent seen lydia around for quite some time qwq
I didn't find any other projects of lydia . She is currently working on a remake of Midnight Train. You can check her Twitter if you're interested.
It keeps telling me "unable to find file : Graphics/Characters/Vehicle"
Hi, I'd like to play the game but it says that graphics/characters/vehicles are not found. I downloaded the VX Ace RTP so it let me open the game but I couldn't play anything because when I tried to start a new one, it would tell show that error message. Does anyone know how to fix this?
ok, did you just extract the game? or whole?
Hi! Thanks for the response, I've managed to figure out what the problem was. I think it had something to do with how I installed or extracted the RTP. I deleted the files, downloaded them again and extracted them. Since then, the game has been working.
btw, the game is great. But, the puzzles are bit complicated for me, but i can get through it all
Wen updet?. or no more update because of last chapter
They're currently remaking the game in RPG Maker MV with updated sprites and some new graphics.
oh, i forgot, thanks
how i can put the game in full screen? ;(
I belive this thread may be useful.
the game still's keep opening in a minimized screen :,[
Could you please explain what you did? Did you try any of the solutions in the thread?
i did exactly what you say. i tried too the F6, F8 and ALT + ENT
Ok, i made a tutorial. It works with Windows 10 i dunno about Windows 11. Here is the link. If that doesn’t work look up on google “how to make a window full screen in windows”
Easily one of the best rpg maker games ive ever played, I came here right after finishing Aria's Story and loved every second of it
One thing i really appreciated was how Luna was mute!! I have a speech impediment as well, im not completely mute anymore thanks to speech therapy but do still use a notepad to communicate sometimes and it made me really happy to see a character like that ^^
Im so glad i found this game bcos it's one of those games that i know ill never forget
Thank you for making this!!
just finished the game and i have to say the game dev has improved alot from arias story! i got more and more attached to the characters after knowing their backstories and seeing them develop throughout all 4 chapters :) there r also more drawn cutscenes so thats cool and also an ENDING SONG??? like i seriously was not expecting that so the sequence hit ten times harder
puzzles are also quite well thought! if u get stuck theres a hint option.
this games gonna have me brainrotting for a while HAHAHA
just started playing and i already love the idea of a helpless companion whom you have to constantly help HAHA + the help tab in the menu where you get to chat with him is really cool too!
side note for mac users: if you're using porting kit for the game and got a popup about rpg maker vxace rtp being required, download it from here: https://www.rpgmakerweb.com/run-time-package run the setup.exe in porting kit to download the rtp folder and make sure to save the rtp folder to the midnight train folder; then go to the midnight train folder and copy all the vx ace rtp folder's audio fonts files etc into the game folder's audio and fonts files
https://forums.rpgmakerweb.com/index.php?threads/easy-mac-porting.41524/ this helped a lot
Absolute masterpiece, nothing has made me feel this much emotion in years. 10/10 would cry again. Also I would totally buy a Lawton&Wyndell detective agency shirt
i loved this game really
i'm seriously crying even now
i cried for every chapter
i need to raccomend this game to everyone
words cant express how happy I am that you made a second game :) absolutely LOVED arias story
Incredible game! Filled with a lot of emotional story and great puzzles.
My playthrough:
(SPOILERS BELOW)My thoughts on the game:
Overall, I'm really enjoying the game so far. Amazing job! :)
it says I cant play because I require RPGVXAce RTP :( did I do something wrong
yeah you need RPGVXEAce RTP to play ,the one that the creator of the game gave didn't work for me so i deleted some parts of the link and i found this page , i download the package and installed it and then i was able to play :D RPG Maker RTP Downloads | RPG Maker | Make A Game! (rpgmakerweb.com)
hope that can help you
and if you don't trust it or if it doesn't work , here is the original link http://www.rpgmakerweb.com/download/additional/run-time-packages/thankyou-rtp-vx-ace?
the original link have "thankyou-rtp-vx-ace? " at the end and i found it strange so i deleted it then i found the first link :)
ah tysm it worked but then it just says to be continued instead of letting me play the next chapter even though the download says all chapters
Hello, I'm Nagasari Ferrea and I'm a Malaysian VTuber. May I stream this game on YouTube and suggest it to my fellow VTuber friends?
this is a masterpiece, i cried a lot in the end, btw copycat and serenity best girl >w<
Downright incredible
One of the best game i have ever played
Finally able to play other chapters. As expected of lydia. One of the best game I have played.
hello everyone. I've been playing this game for a while now and i'd like to ask on how to solve the puzzle on the third building (the mine building) the precise place is the mirror room. I don't know what i should search there
its been 5 months so ur prolly done with that puzzle but just incase! all u need to do is avoid the other neils and find a mirror that reflects a non-bloody neil, then choose to "touch it":D to get to the mirror i think u just go to the far right then go down
Hahah 😅😅. Actually i haven't finish that hospital level. Since i could skip the level, i decided to do that. I don't know why, but every game with hospital level gives some creep in me, that's why i want to finish that level ASAP.
In short, yeah i finish the game but without the feature of skipping that level i would never have finished it. The game is really good by the way.
This game is a masterpiece
Nothing made me cry that much in months
I can play the game on andriod using Joiplay since it can run rpgmaker vx ace and it runs perfectly like Aria's Story but it wont let me continue to chapter 2. Does it need something a pc can only do? Help dont know what to do.
I remember when I played this game, waiting for chapter 4. When it came out I finished it in one day and cried like a baby at the end. My favorite RPG at the moment, it's just perfect, the lore, the characters, art style, and many more things. 11/10 gained my heart.
literally make me cry. I love this game 10/10
this is literally the only game where i've cried at the end, i was sobbinggg this game is fucking amazing i adore it
This is fucking awesome 👍. 10/10, must play
i cried a lot. 10/10