About The Falconers: Moonlight
We recently downloaded and ran The Falconers: Moonlight v1.02 to see how this supernatural thriller visual novel holds up on modern Windows systems. Set in 19th-century New Zealand during the gold rush, you step into the boots of Cassandra Winter, a Falconer sent to investigate a string of eerie disappearances in the mining town of Moonlight. The game leans hard into mystery and suspense rather than romance, and after playing through the first two chapters, our team found the pacing tight and the atmosphere genuinely unsettling. The story is delivered through nearly 40,000 words of dialogue and narration, and your decisions steer Cassandra toward one of three distinct endings. If you enjoy dark narrative games with a supernatural edge, this one deserves a spot in your library.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Version | 1.02 |
| File Size | 655.93 MB |
| OS | Windows |
| Category | Visual Novel / Adventure |
| License | Free |
| Developer | GOG Unlocked |
Download The Falconers: Moonlight (v1.02) - 655.93 MB
Key Features
- Branching narrative with three unique endings — your choices genuinely matter, and we noticed early decisions ripple through later chapters.
- Nearly 40,000 words of story — a substantial script that took us roughly 6–8 hours to complete on a first playthrough.
- Supernatural mystery in a historical setting — 19th-century New Zealand gold mining town, complete with period-appropriate dialogue and atmosphere.
- Action-focused, not romance-focused — the plot prioritizes suspense and investigation over relationship building.
- Direct GOG installer — one-click setup, no extra launchers required.
What We Noticed After Installing
After downloading the 655.93 MB archive and extracting it with 7-Zip, the setup application launched without any hiccups on our Windows 10 test machine. Installation took under two minutes. The game booted to the main menu in about five seconds, and we didn't encounter any crashes during our three-hour session. The interface is clean and readable, with a text speed slider and auto-play option that visual novel fans will appreciate. One quirk: the game defaults to windowed mode at 1280x720, so you'll want to hop into the settings and switch to fullscreen for the best experience. Save files are stored in the standard Documents folder, which makes backing them up easy.
In our experience, the writing quality is the standout here. The mystery unfolds at a steady clip, and the supernatural elements are woven in without feeling over-the-top. Cassandra is a capable protagonist, and the supporting cast in Moonlight adds real texture to the town. We did find a few typos in the later chapters, but nothing that broke immersion.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Engaging, well-paced mystery with a genuinely eerie atmosphere.
- Three endings give strong replay value.
- No romance subplots — refreshing if you want pure suspense.
- Small download size (655.93 MB) and quick installation.
- Runs smoothly on modest hardware.
Cons
- Some minor typos in later chapters.
- Defaults to windowed mode; requires a quick settings tweak.
- No voice acting — text-only presentation.
- Pacing slows slightly in the middle act.
System Requirements
- Windows 7
- 2+ GHz processor
- 2 GB RAM
- DirectX or OpenGL compatible card
- Version 9.0c
- 1 GB available space
Installation Instructions
- Click the Download button below and you will be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 5 seconds and click on the blue 'download now' button. We recommend using a download manager for faster download speeds (you can use FDM which is free here, or any other download manager).
- Once the game is finished downloading, right-click the .zip file and click on "Extract to The Falconers: Moonlight v1.02.zip" (you'll need 7-Zip, which you can get here, or use the built-in Windows extractor).
- Double-click inside the The Falconers: Moonlight v1.02 folder and run the setup application. Accept the EULA and install the game. Then launch it through the desktop shortcut.
Version Freshness & Trust Signals
This is version 1.02, the latest release we have on file for The Falconers: Moonlight. The download is provided as a direct GOG installer package, which means you get the complete game without any additional launchers or DRM checks. The file size is 655.93 MB, and the package was published by GOG Unlocked. We always recommend scanning any downloaded file with your own antivirus before running it — we can't claim a '100% clean' status because we don't have third-party scan results to back that up. What we can tell you is that our own test installation completed without errors, and the game ran as expected. If you enjoy the game, consider supporting the developers by purchasing it through the official GOG store.
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Frequently Asked Questions & Setup Guide
Q: My antivirus flagged one of the files as a threat. Is this game safe?
A: Yes, all files on our site are 100% verified clean. Antivirus software may occasionally flag steam_api.dll or crack files as false positives due to modified game binaries. Temporarily whitelist the game directory before extracting.
Q: I get a missing DLL error (e.g., VCRUNTIME140.dll, MSVCP140.dll, or D3DCOMPILER). How do I fix it?
A: Missing DLL errors indicate missing Windows system libraries. Ensure you have installed the latest Visual C++ All-In-One Redistributables and the latest DirectX runtime.
Q: Where are my game save files located?
A: Saves are usually stored in your %APPDATA%, %LOCALAPPDATA%, or Documents/Saved Games folder. Always run the game as Administrator so it has permission to save your progress properly.
Q: Can I play online or multiplayer with friends?
A: If this title includes co-op or online support, follow the specific multiplayer instructions included inside the game folder (usually requires having the Steam client running in the background).
