Nightmare Hunter

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Nightmare Hunter is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Circle Kurasuke Warehouse and was released on August 19, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

"Nightmare Hunter" is a JRPG centered around the character Yoru, a demon hunter on a mission to restore order to the dream world. Alongside Mashiro, players will engage in turn-based combat with dream demons, who threaten the peace by consuming human memories and spirits. The game offers a rich and immersive storyline for players to explore.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

story10 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique scenario set in a dreaming world, providing a refreshing experience compared to typical RPGs.
The art style is appealing, with well-done character designs and engaging H-scenes that many players found enjoyable.
The battle system is engaging and avoids excessive grinding, making it accessible for players who prefer a straightforward gameplay experience.

The English translation is poorly executed, with numerous grammatical errors and confusing pronoun usage that detracts from the story.
H-scenes, while numerous, are of lower quality and often involve themes that may not appeal to all players, such as rape.
The game can feel restrictive in exploration, with limited areas and a lack of free time activities, leading to a sense of disappointment for players seeking more freedom.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
45%
13%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its richness and engaging arcs, while others criticize it for being overly lengthy and stalling at times. Many users noted that the narrative can feel disjointed or difficult to follow, particularly in English, leading some to skip through it despite its potential for character connection. Overall, while the story is deemed enjoyable and complements the game's visuals, it may not meet everyone's expectations for originality or coherence.
- “Man, how I love this game; not only are the CGs really sexy, but the story is also interesting and makes you actually want to read it.”
- “The story is richer than one would expect, with arcs gripping enough for a player to want to see the story through to the end.”
- “The story is engaging too.”
- “So terrible that I've started skipping through the story, which is a shame as I believe they've intended you to connect with the characters and the overall plot... it just doesn't work in English.”
- “I find the story goes all over the place.”
- “Purchased this game for its artwork (for all that can be salvaged from the lewd), gameplay, and story, but it's very hard to appreciate these when everything that is left from the censorship is utterly flavorless.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The graphics of the game are praised for their art style and quality, particularly in the context of the lewd scenes, which are highlighted as well-executed. However, the censored version significantly detracts from the overall visual experience, leaving players feeling that much of the artwork is lost and flavorless without the explicit content. Overall, while the artwork is a strong point, the censorship has left some players disappointed.
- “The art style and gameplay are very good, and along with the story, kept me interested enough to play through. The artwork is great and the dialogue is wonderful.”
- “The artwork is great and the dialogue is wonderful.”
- “Purchased this game for its artwork, gameplay, and story, but it's very hard to appreciate these when everything that is left from the censorship is utterly flavorless.”
- “Purchased this game for its artwork (for all that can be salvaged from the lewd), gameplay, and story, but it's very hard to appreciate these when everything that is left from the censorship is utterly flavorless.”
- “The censored version cuts out all artwork, not just the lewd ones.”
- “I don't want to download the patch because pornographic imagery is unwelcome in my personal space, but I'm too much of an unapologetic weeb to pass on weeb stuff.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The gameplay is straightforward and does not require grinding, though it features an optional RNG element that some players find annoying. Overall, it is considered mediocre, with many feeling that the censorship detracts from the experience, making it difficult to fully appreciate the game's artwork and story.
- “The gameplay is very straightforward; no grinding needed. There is one annoying RNG part, but that became optional.”
- “I purchased this game for its artwork, gameplay, and story, but it's hard to appreciate these when everything left from the censorship feels utterly flavorless.”
- “The gameplay is mediocre.”
- “Purchased this game for its artwork, gameplay, and story, but it's very hard to appreciate these when everything that is left from the censorship is utterly flavorless.”
- “The gameplay is very straightforward, no grinding needed, but there is one annoying RNG part that became optional.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its cost performance, with users recommending it, especially after unlocking the full picture book upon clearing the sixth region. However, specific details on technical optimization are not mentioned.
- “The cost performance is very good, and the full picture book is unlocked after clearing the sixth region.”
- “The optimization in this game allows for smooth gameplay even on lower-end devices.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the game mechanics for a seamless experience.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game features a balanced battle system that minimizes the need for grinding, allowing players to progress without excessive battles. While the gameplay is straightforward and avoids tedious grinding, some players noted limited exploration and activities outside of combat. Overall, the grinding aspect is generally viewed positively, as it enhances the game's pacing.
- “I say: 6 out of 10 since the girls are very cute (+4); almost all scenes are repetitive (--); limited areas and no free time activities (--); and a very balanced battle system without the need to waste time grinding (++ -> avoid grinding or battles will be easy).”
- “The gameplay is very straightforward, no grinding needed, one annoying RNG part, but that came to be optional.”