Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you

About

Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you is a single player role playing game. It was developed by 红锈雨 and was released on February 14, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Cradle of Nightmares: Flowers to You is an ATB turn-based game based on combat adventures made by RPGMaker. Players will play as a high school student named Yue Qing, as the world is being torn apart by a mysterious phenomenon from outside the world, the "White Light", and you will start from the ordinary daily life and fall into the dark and gloomy "Second World", where you w…

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you screenshot

Skip User Reviews

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

emotional7 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game features a unique blend of Final Fantasy ATB combat, Dark Souls exploration, and a heartfelt story, making it a standout RPG experience.
The art style and enemy designs are impressive, contributing to a tense and atmospheric world that enhances the overall gameplay.
Despite the current lack of an official English translation, players have found enjoyment in the gameplay mechanics and exploration, with many expressing eagerness for future updates.

The absence of an official English translation can make the game difficult to fully understand, leading to confusion in gameplay and narrative.
Some players have noted balancing issues, particularly with certain builds becoming overpowered, which detracts from the intended challenge of the game.
The writing and character interactions have been criticized for being awkward or underdeveloped, which can detract from the overall narrative experience.

story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
70%
15%
The game's story is praised for its dark yet heartfelt narrative, exploring themes of survival, meaning, and relationships amidst an apocalyptic backdrop. While the main plot is engaging and layered, some players find certain NPC storylines underdeveloped or abruptly concluded, leading to a sense of incompleteness. Overall, the emotional depth and atmospheric worldbuilding contribute to a rewarding experience, despite occasional pacing issues and narrative inconsistencies.
- “From this moment onward, the game establishes a tone of lingering dread and urgency, framing the journey not just as a quest to survive, but as an attempt to reclaim meaning, relationships, and hope in a world being consumed by emptiness.”
- “Side quests and optional encounters play a significant role in fleshing out the setting, offering glimpses into the lives affected by the white light and the consequences of the second world’s existence.”
- “The story often trusts the player to make connections and interpretations without spelling everything out, which can be deeply rewarding for those who enjoy layered narratives.”
- “However, some of the NPC storylines feel incomplete and seem like there should be more to their story.”
- “Some of their new locations make sense based on their story, but some of them feel strange to encounter, like 'why are you here?' Some of the NPC stories also end abruptly; they just sit at this location until the end of the game or disappear without a trace when it feels like their story hasn't reached a proper conclusion yet.”
- “It didn't help that there were many different plot points and events going on in the background.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay is characterized by tense exploration that combines narrative depth with mechanical challenges, enhanced by tactical elements like elemental affinities and cooperative effects. While the lack of official English localization may hinder some players' understanding of the game's nuances, the core mechanics remain accessible, and the absence of a "corpse run" system is appreciated. However, there are suggestions for improvement, including more engaging NPC interactions and a more impactful sanity and corruption system.
- “The presentation succeeds in making exploration feel tense and meaningful, as each new area carries both narrative implication and mechanical challenge.”
- “Additional mechanics like elemental affinities, backstab bonuses, and cooperative effects between different equipment loadouts deepen the tactical complexity, making encounters feel deliberate rather than routine.”
- “If you enjoy exploration-driven, punishing RPGs with creative mechanics, give it a try.”
- “Additionally, the lack of official English localization presents a barrier for international audiences, as the narrative depth and mechanical nuance rely heavily on understanding dialogue and system explanations.”
- “There are probably some boss mechanics and aspects of combat that I never encountered because I just brute forced through them.”
- “There are a bunch of other things that could be improved such as the sanity system being irrelevant 90% of the time, the corruption-like mechanic from killing bosses being more impactful to the story, and hints not being spammed at me telling me there's a secret or to do something specific.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
"Cradle of Nightmare: Flowers to You" is praised for its emotionally charged narrative that intertwines dark fantasy and psychological themes, creating a deeply immersive experience. While the game’s ambitious storytelling sometimes falters in pacing, it effectively conveys a range of emotions, from despair to discomfort, through its haunting environments and personal character arcs. Overall, it offers a substantial emotional journey that resonates with players willing to engage with its complexities.
- “Cradle of Nightmare: Flowers to You is a strikingly ambitious indie RPG that blends dark fantasy, psychological themes, and classic role-playing systems into a dense and emotionally charged experience.”
- “The second world feels oppressive and alien, filled with environments that range from hauntingly desolate to subtly grotesque, often reflecting the emotional and psychological states of the characters inhabiting them.”
- “These moments help ground the larger, more abstract narrative in personal stories, reinforcing the game’s emotional core.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by impressive pixel art and a blend of strategic combat with emotionally driven storytelling, creating a rich and engaging experience. While it features an oppressive horror atmosphere with elements like tight spaces and jumpscares, some players feel that the lack of real obstacles diminishes its impact. Overall, the audio complements the atmosphere well, despite some reused tracks, contributing to a tense and immersive world.
- “Visually, the game makes impressive use of pixel art to convey atmosphere and narrative weight.”
- “Its blend of strategic combat, atmospheric worldbuilding, and emotionally driven storytelling offers a substantial experience that rewards engagement and curiosity.”
- “It really hurts the edgy and overbearing horror atmosphere when nothing represents an actual stumbling block for you.”
- “[b]oppressive atmosphere:[/b] starts with horror elements (tight spaces, jumpscares, invisible enemies) that ease slightly as you progress.”
- “A labor-of-love RPG Maker gem with surprises, references, and a tense, horror-tinged atmosphere.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The graphics of the game evoke a strong emotional response, with an art style that can be both unsettling and intriguing, reminiscent of horror films. While the visuals are polarizing and subjective, they effectively draw players in with their unique aesthetic and lore.
- “The art style makes me uncomfortable in a good way, like coming across a horror movie that makes you scared again.”
- “I only got as far as I did because of intrigue in the artwork and lore.”
- “The aesthetic is subjective.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it can feel tedious at times, the minimal translation and expansive world design contribute to an overall enjoyable and engaging experience. Shortcuts and branching paths help alleviate some of the grind, making exploration feel rewarding.
- “Grinding in this game feels excessively repetitive and can quickly become a chore.”
- “The amount of time required to level up is frustrating, making the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
- “While the game has potential, the grinding aspect detracts significantly from the overall enjoyment.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been noted to have minor performance issues and inconsistent UI scaling, which can occasionally disrupt the overall immersion experience.
- “Technical hiccups, such as minor performance issues or inconsistent UI scaling, can briefly interrupt immersion.”
- “The game suffers from frequent frame drops, making it difficult to enjoy the experience fully.”
- “Loading times are excessively long, which disrupts the flow of gameplay and can be quite frustrating.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its quality and integration with the art and story, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The music is also pretty good.”
- “I love the art, story, and music; the combat is very in-depth and fun also!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's multiple paths, which significantly enhance its replayability by encouraging them to explore different choices and outcomes.
- “Multiple paths exist, encouraging replayability.”
- “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
- “With different endings and character builds, I find myself coming back for more.”

Skip Game Offers

Buy Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you

Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you
€4.82
See offer on Steam

Skip Videos

Videos

Skip Games Like Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you

86%2.7kreviews

Wandering Sword

2023

Role Playing

91%11.7kreviews

Lunacid

2022

Role Playing

84%4.5kreviews

Drova: Forsaken Kin

2024

Role Playing

88%2.3kreviews

Hell is Us

2025

Role Playing

75%3.7kreviews

Encased

2021

Tactical Role Playing

More games like Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you

Skip FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you is a role playing game.

Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you is available on PC and Windows.

Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you was released on February 14, 2025.

Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you was developed by 红锈雨.

Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its emotional but disliked it for its story.

Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you is a single player game.

Similar games include Wandering Sword, Lunacid, Drova: Forsaken Kin, Hell is Us, Encased and others.

Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you

Platforms

About

Buy Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you