Nouschóra

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Nouschóra is a single player survival simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Spacepiano Games and was released on October 20, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

You are being imprisoned. Nouschóra is a short, narrative-driven semi-horror game about exploring a strange land full of twists, turns, monsters and the past. Don't let them notice you. There are... other things here with you. You'll need to be slow, methodical, and constantly on edge in order to evade them. This place doesn't take kindly to recklessness. Something is trying to contact you. T…

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Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

atmosphere2 negative mentions

Incredible atmosphere and level design, creating a genuinely terrifying experience with unique mechanics.
Engaging story elements and multimedia pieces that enhance the mystery and intrigue throughout the game.
Surprisingly high-quality voice acting and production values for an indie title, making it feel polished and immersive.

Some puzzles may feel too easy or rely on real-world knowledge rather than in-game logic.
Navigation can occasionally be confusing, leading to minor frustrations during gameplay.
The episodic release format may leave players wanting more content sooner, as not all chapters are available yet.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
47%
20%
The gameplay is characterized by a captivating atmosphere and innovative mechanics that create unique challenges, with a natural difficulty curve that keeps players engaged. Players appreciate the clever level design and the way simple mechanics are creatively utilized, leading to memorable gameplay moments and a constant sense of tension. While some elements, like enemy management and environmental interactions, add complexity, the overall experience remains accessible and thrilling, despite a somewhat underwhelming ending.
- “The core gameplay loop features a few simple mechanics and enemies which are used very creatively to mold unique and fun challenges.”
- “I felt that the game extracted as much as it could out of these mechanics and managed to push them to logical extremes with a very natural difficulty curve.”
- “Without going too deep into the mechanics, the gameplay is changing constantly - but it's always such that you understand what you can do, but not what to do - and that's scary.”
- “Asides from that, the gameplay revolves around providing power to a generator and then finding your way to the rift.”
- “Previous threats don’t disappear, meaning you’ll often need to manage multiple enemy types and mechanics at once.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The game's story is praised for its engaging and spooky atmosphere, centered around a mysterious being in a lab, with a well-crafted plot that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the option to choose between modes that either include or exclude monsters, allowing for a focus on narrative exploration through collectibles and cinematic visuals. Overall, the lore and plot progression are highlighted as standout elements that enrich the gameplay.
- “I really enjoyed the spooky vibes and the story of a mysterious being getting loose in a lab.”
- “Not only is the storyline just a work of art, but so is the game itself!”
- “Along with horror are some interesting story elements that are backed up by some cinematic visuals/set pieces.”
- “All in all, this part of my review will definitely be smaller since I do a lot of talking about mechanics while focusing less on the story - but this bit?”
- “At the start, the game allows you to choose between normal mode, which includes monsters, or story mode, where you can play without them.”
- “Throughout the game, you can find collectibles that expand the overall story.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and eerie qualities, driven by exceptional lighting, audio design, and innovative level design. Players appreciate the blend of modern 3D visuals with a pixelated aesthetic, which, along with surprising mechanics and multimedia elements, creates a captivating and mysterious environment that keeps players engaged without overstaying its welcome.
- “Unbelievable atmosphere, creeping mysteries, excellent level design, nothing overstays its welcome, surprising and mind-bending mechanics, perfect terrifying lighting and audio, multimedia pieces furthering the mystery.”
- “I feel the atmosphere is carried by the use of lighting, shaders, and especially the audio design.”
- “The game’s visuals deserve a special mention; a moody blend of modern 3D rendering and a subtly pixelated aesthetic that enhances the eerie atmosphere.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's graphics are praised for their unique combination of modern 3D rendering and a subtly pixelated aesthetic, which effectively enhances the eerie atmosphere. Additionally, the visuals are complemented by cinematic set pieces that support the horror elements of the story.
- “The game’s visuals deserve a special mention; a moody blend of modern 3D rendering and a subtly pixelated aesthetic that enhances the eerie atmosphere.”
- “Along with horror are some interesting story elements that are backed up by some cinematic visuals and set pieces.”