The Midnight Client
Launches 15 November 2026 · PC · Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Run a late-night cafe in Tokyo, serve meals tailored to your regulars, and investigate the secrets behind their requests. Balance supplies, cooking and income with clues, conversations and relationships in this 2D single-player narrative adventure and management game.
Story
When the neon fades, the next client arrives. The Midnight Client is a 2D single-player narrative adventure combining relationship building and restaurant management in Tokyo's Shinjuku district. Run the Nightlight cafe, listen to your guests, and investigate the secrets behind their late-night requests. Find your rhythm during a busy service Stock ingredients and drinks before opening. Take orders, prepare dishes, coordinate cooking stations and serve customers yourself. Regular guests describe their tastes, putting your memory to the test. Combine meals, additions and drinks while considering preferences, dislikes and budgets. Reinvest earnings in supplies and equipment for the next night. Every receipt could be a clue Visit the neighborhood during story chapters, investigate scenes and collect letters, receipts and photographs. Organize evidence, draw conclusions and choose how to approach each client. Limited time and commission deadlines make investigation, earning money and keeping appointments competing priorities. Remember their tastes and their stories Get to know Aki, Mio and other regulars through conversations, gifts and daily encounters. Your responses and promises...
Gameplay
When the neon fades, the next client arrives. The Midnight Client is a 2D single-player narrative adventure combining relationship building and restaurant management in Tokyo's Shinjuku district. Run the Nightlight cafe, listen to your guests, and investigate the secrets behind their late-night requests. Find your rhythm during a busy service Stock ingredients and drinks before opening. Take orders, prepare dishes, coordinate cooking stations and serve customers yourself. Regular guests describe their tastes, putting your memory to the test. Combine meals, additions and drinks while considering preferences, dislikes and budgets. Reinvest earnings in supplies and equipment for the next night. Every receipt could be a clue Visit the neighborhood during story chapters, investigate scenes and collect letters, receipts and photographs. Organize evidence, draw conclusions and choose how to approach each client. Limited time and commission deadlines make investigation, earning money and keeping appointments competing priorities. Remember their tastes and their stories Get to know Aki, Mio and other regulars through conversations, gifts and daily encounters. Your responses and promises influence trust, opening new conversations and story outcomes. Explore local destinations and take part in everyday activities such as mixing drinks. Everyday life beneath Tokyo's night...
Features
- Single-player
- Family Sharing
Release details
The Midnight Client is a Adventure, Indie and Simulation game by Angel Dust. The Midnight Client launches on Sunday, 15 November 2026 on PC. This date comes from Steam and was last checked on 6 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When does The Midnight Client release?
The Midnight Client launches on 15 November 2026.
Which platforms is The Midnight Client on?
The Midnight Client is on PC.
Who makes The Midnight Client?
The Midnight Client is developed by Angel Dust.
What kind of game is The Midnight Client?
The Midnight Client is a game of these genres: Adventure, Indie and Simulation.