The Nightmare
- August 5, 2020
- Leakage Games
Get on Steam"The Nightmare" is a single-player first-person horror game that simulates a nightmarish experience. Players must search for keys to progress while avoiding frightening moments and managing their flashlight battery. With an average gameplay time of 40-45 minutes, the game features various events designed to evoke fear and tension. Be prepared for horror-filled encounters and a race against time to escape the nightmare.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game runs well and is playable despite its flaws.
- For its low price, it offers a quick playthrough with some jump scares that can be entertaining.
- The atmosphere has potential for horror fans looking for a short experience.
- There is no real story, and the gameplay mainly consists of walking through repetitive hallways and searching for keys.
- The jump scares are cheap and the game lacks substance, leading to a boring experience.
- The ending feels abrupt and anticlimactic, leaving players unsatisfied after the short playtime.
- story7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 57 % negative mentions
The game lacks a substantial story, with multiple reviews emphasizing the absence of narrative elements and gameplay depth, primarily relying on atmosphere instead. While some users find the graphics acceptable for the price, the overall consensus is that players should not expect a story-driven experience.
“The graphics are fairly low-key, but the story mode is worth the cost and has lots of potential for additional updates with added gameplay.”
“There's no real story, so the developers really needed to rely on the atmosphere here.”
“No story whatsoever, and no gameplay; if you think collecting keys is gameplay...”
“There is no story, so don't go in expecting one.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, primarily revolving around collecting keys without any substantial mechanics or story. While some find it a reasonable time-waster at a low price, many suggest waiting for a sale to feel satisfied with the experience.
“No story whatsoever, and no gameplay, if you think collecting keys is gameplay...”
“As a time waster or something to ease yourself into this genre, the price point is reasonable, though I'd still wait for a sale to feel truly satisfied with the experience if not diving in for the achievements (which all unlock through natural gameplay).”
“It's just gameplay.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is crucial to the game's experience, especially in the absence of a compelling story, as it serves as the primary means of engaging players.
“The developers really needed to rely on the atmosphere here, and they succeeded beautifully.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world.”
“Every sound and visual detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
“There's no real story, so the developers really needed to rely on the atmosphere here.”
“The atmosphere feels empty and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
“Despite the visuals, the atmosphere lacks any real tension or engagement.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for its poor audio quality, lack of variety, and repetitive two-second loops that persist for extended periods, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
“No reading notes, lousy audio, and looping music for 2 seconds for 35 minutes.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as modest but sufficient, complementing the engaging story mode and offering potential for future updates and enhancements.
“The graphics are fairly low-key but worth it for the story mode, and there's a lot of potential for additional updates with added gameplay.”
“The visuals are stunning, creating an immersive experience that truly enhances the gameplay.”
“The art style is unique and beautifully crafted, making every scene a visual delight.”
“The graphics are quite underwhelming and feel outdated compared to other games in the genre.”
“While the story mode is engaging, the graphics leave much to be desired and detract from the overall experience.”
“The visuals lack detail and polish, making it hard to fully immerse myself in the game world.”
