Lunar Nightmare

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In "Lunar Nightmare," explore a deserted lunar research base from 2049, dealing with malfunctioning androids, audio-cyberpunk puzzles, and the occasional jumpscare. Utilize a retro-inspired blaster, Unreal Engine 5 visuals, and a haunting soundtrack in this 3-hour experience. Immerse yourself in the intriguing background story while navigating with your lunar vehicle and re-bindable keys.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5, creating an immersive sci-fi horror atmosphere.
The story is engaging, with challenging puzzles and exploration that keeps players invested.
Players enjoy the unique experience of navigating a lunar environment and the tension created by encounters with androids.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, including game-breaking glitches and significant FPS drops in certain areas.
Lighting is poorly implemented, making it difficult to navigate indoor spaces, and the music can be overwhelming, detracting from the ambiance.
Gameplay guidance is lacking, leading to confusion about objectives and interactions, which can frustrate players.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally well-received, featuring engaging elements and plot twists, but the overall execution suffers from a lack of polish and feels rushed. Some players found certain missions challenging enough to require external help, while others appreciated the atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the narrative experience.
- “The story is actually quite good, but the game itself is pretty rough around the edges, lacks a lot of polish, and feels like it was rushed to release.”
- “Good lunar story <3”
- “I'm embarrassed to admit it, but for some missions, I had to look up gameplay on YouTube to find solutions to some of the puzzles.”
- “In fact, you can forget about doing missions and get busy fanning.”
- “The one case where the soundtrack is more frightening than the scimitars and plot twists.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
The music in the game is polarizing; while some find it overbearing and prefer to turn it off to better appreciate the game's ambiance, others praise its atmospheric qualities that heighten tension and fear. The ominous soundtrack is noted for enhancing the overall experience, with flexible key reassignment adding to player control.
- “The ominous soundtrack enhances the atmosphere, and the ability to reassign keys gives the player flexibility in control.”
- “The music in the game is way too overbearing, and I find that if you shut it off completely, it really helps sell you on the ambiance of the game and the solitude of space.”
- “The atmospheric soundtrack intensifies the fear.”
- “The one case where the soundtrack is more frightening than the scimitars and plot twists.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
The gameplay features a futuristic robot space aesthetic and offers a mix of puzzle-solving, exploration, and combat against androids and sinister entities. However, players have noted a lack of guidance, leading some to seek external help for puzzle solutions. Overall, while the gameplay is fun, it can be challenging due to insufficient instructions.
- “It has a very futuristic robot space feel and very fun gameplay.”
- “Very poor gameplay guidance.”
- “I'm embarrassed to admit it, but for some missions, I had to look up gameplay on YouTube to find solutions to some of the puzzles.”
- “Gameplay includes solving puzzles using inventory, exploring abandoned corridors, and battling androids and sinister entities caused by scientific experiments.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is characterized by haunting silence and stunning visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5, which together evoke a profound sense of isolation and dread. An atmospheric soundtrack further intensifies the fear, creating an immersive experience that leaves players with an indescribable feeling of unease.
- “The haunting silence and Unreal Engine 5 visuals deliver a chilling atmosphere that perfectly captures the sense of isolation and dread.”
- “The atmosphere of eerie silence and graphics on Unreal Engine 5 create an indescribable feeling of fear.”
- “The ominous soundtrack enhances the atmosphere, and the ability to reassign keys gives the player flexibility in control.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics, powered by Unreal Engine 5, create stunning visuals that evoke a chilling atmosphere of isolation and dread, making it particularly appealing to fans of retro aesthetics and unsettling horror. The combination of eerie silence and impressive visuals leaves a lasting impression, enhancing the overall sense of fear throughout the game.
- “The haunting silence and Unreal Engine 5 visuals deliver a chilling atmosphere that perfectly captures the sense of isolation and dread.”
- “Stunning visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5.”
- “The atmosphere of eerie silence and graphics on Unreal Engine 5 create an indescribable feeling of fear.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from poor optimization in certain areas, leading to performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “The game is poorly optimized, leading to frequent frame drops.”
- “I encountered a badly optimized area that made gameplay frustrating.”
- “The optimization issues are so severe that it affects the overall experience.”