Somniphobia

About

Somniphobia is a single player survival strategy game with a horror theme. It was developed by Ethan Harris-Austin and was released on October 31, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Survival horror in a girl's nightmare. Complete puzzles and survive in a nightmarish hand-painted world of Susan's mind. If she wakes up, she'll have the same dream again. You must keep all of her nasty thoughts and memories away from you to stop her from waking up.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Skip User Reviews

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features an incredible art style and a haunting story that leaves a lasting impression.
It offers a mix of FNAF mechanics with unique twists, providing some genuinely creepy moments.
Many players found it to be a great value for its low price, with some even rating it among their top games of the year.

The gameplay can become repetitive and lacks variety, especially during the night survival segments.
The difficulty spikes significantly in the later levels, making it feel unfair and reliant on luck.
There are technical issues, such as broken achievements and UI changes that disrupt the gaming experience.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The story is described as dark, disturbing, and haunting, often evoking strong emotions, particularly for players with children. While some find the narrative engaging and appreciate its unique mechanics, others feel it can be disjointed and not worth the price. Overall, it is recognized as one of the scariest experiences in gaming, with a compelling story that resonates with many players.
- “Haunting story.”
- “It has some cool mechanics and a pretty decent and interesting story.”
- “The story is disturbing and disgusting and sad, especially if you have children.”
- “The story is very dark and the game is quite disturbing.”
- “Story can be a bit all over the place.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The graphics are highly praised for their unique and incredible art style, which enhances the overall experience, particularly during the night sections. While some flaws are noted, the creepy visuals and engaging design elements significantly elevate the game's appeal.
- “The art style is also incredible.”
- “The art style and quality of the in-between night sections are enough to distinguish it and make me wish there was more of them rather than the FNAF-styled gameplay.”
- “But, like all indie horror games, it does have its flaws; however, the creepy moments, super cool art style, and genuine disgust I got from some scenes outshine it all!”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay features intriguing mechanics and a compelling story, but the core experience of surviving the nights is considered bland. Players express a desire for more engaging content, particularly appreciating the art style and quality of the non-night segments over the traditional FNAF-style gameplay.
- “It has some cool mechanics and a pretty decent and interesting story.”
- “However, the main gameplay (surviving the nights) is really plain.”
- “The art style and quality of the in-between night sections are enough to distinguish it and make me wish there was more of them rather than the FNAF-styled gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The music in the game effectively utilizes a style commonly found in horror films, creating an atmosphere of anxiety and tension without relying on jump scares. This approach enhances the overall experience while ensuring it remains copyright compliant.
- “The game features a type of music commonly found in horror movies and narrations, which effectively instills anxiety without relying on jump scares.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience and immersing players in the game's world.”
- “The music selection is diverse and engaging, making each moment feel unique and memorable.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality is subpar, with some tracks sounding muffled and poorly mixed.”