[Nintendo Switch] Review of My Night Job

My Night Job, brought to us by Webcore Games and Soft Source, takes players on a thrilling adventure in an arcade-style beat ’em up, all set in a delightfully eerie mansion. Here’s what you need to know from our deep dive into My Night Job!

Enter the world of My Night Job where, armed with just about anything you can get your hands on, you’re tasked with overcoming hordes of monstrous foes. Along the way, you’ll find yourself not only battling these beasts but also completing various tasks—like rescuing civilians or fending off attacks in different rooms. The twist? You’ll have access to over 60 different weapons to aid you in your quest, so don’t hold back. Experiment and find the best tool for the job. Keep an eye on your health and the structure’s integrity because if either depletes too much, it’s back to square one. Drawing inspiration from both classic action games and the horror films of the 1980s, My Night Job promises a nostalgic yet fresh experience.

Getting a handle on the controls is crucial. Guide your character using either the left analog stick or the D-Pad. Jumping is mapped to the B button, while the Y button unleashes attacks on enemies. You can perform a quick dash with the A button—perfect for dodging assaults. Moreover, pressing the L and R buttons lets you dash left or right accordingly. Crouch with the down direction to potentially avoid attacks aimed at your upper body. Keep an eye out for boxes, which could be treasure troves of potential weapons. By pressing up, you can search these boxes and stock up for your monster-bashing escapades.

As you make your way through the mansion, rescuing stranded civilians becomes a key part of your mission. They’ll tag along and some may even lend a hand in battling monsters as you move them to the safety of an awaiting chopper. Successfully airlifting more people translates to bigger bonuses. These could be extra points for your score, which helps improve your ranking on the leaderboard, a handy med kit for some much-needed healing, or even a powerful, albeit limited-use, weapon perfect for handling the bigger monster threats.

My Night Job is packaged as an arcade-style beat ’em up that uniquely unfolds within a haunted mansion. With an impressive arsenal of over 60 weapons at your disposal, your mission is straightforward—keep battling monsters while completing objectives that range from room defense to rescuing people. The game effortlessly merges the nostalgic appeal of classic arcade games with the eerie charm of 80s horror films. Think you can handle the night shift? My Night Job is now available for the Nintendo Switch, priced at $12.99.

In conclusion, My Night Job invites you to see if you have what it takes to save the day—or rather, the night. Can you protect everyone and survive the nightmarish onslaught in the mansion? With the intriguing combo of retro vibes and strategic gameplay, it’s a ride that’s both challenging and fun.

And just so you know, this review was based on a Nintendo Switch copy provided by Soft Source. Dive in and see if you can conquer the night!