The Nightmare

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The Nightmare is a single player action game. It was developed by Leakage Games and was released on August 5, 2020. It received negative reviews from players.

Nightmare is a first-person horror game. Developed by a single person. The gameplay takes an average of 40-45 minutes. We simulating a nightmare in the game. There are different events in this nightmare and we try to get out of this nightmare.In order to get out of the nightmare, you have to find the keys to the necessary doors and move forward. Remember, fearful moments are waiting for you while …

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Indie

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Single-Player

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40%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

The game is very cheap, making it accessible for a quick playthrough.
There are a few jump scares that can be effective, providing some moments of fright.
Despite its flaws, the game can be entertaining for fans of the horror genre looking for a short experience.

The gameplay is primarily a walking simulator with repetitive and tedious sections, particularly the endless staircase.
There is a lack of story and substance, leading to an anticlimactic ending.
Technical issues, such as poor graphics and uncustomizable controls, detract from the overall experience.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
37%
50%
The game lacks a substantial story, with multiple reviews emphasizing that there is no narrative to engage with. Instead, the developers focus on creating an atmospheric experience, though this reliance on ambiance may not satisfy all players. Overall, expectations for a story should be set low, as it is virtually nonexistent.
- “Graphics are fairly lowkey but worth the story mode for the cost; it 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.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
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.
- “---{ gameplay }---”
- “☐ it's just gameplay”
- “No story whatsoever, and no gameplay, if you think collecting keys is gameplay ...”
- “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).”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The graphics are generally considered low quality, with no options for resolution or customization, limiting players' ability to enhance their visual experience. Despite this, some users feel that the graphics are acceptable given the game's story mode and potential for future updates.
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- “Graphics are fairly lowkey but worth the story mode for the cost; it has lots of potential for additional updates with added gameplay.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has been criticized for its poor quality, featuring low audio fidelity 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.”
- “[0.2] Sound & music”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and entertaining, though it may also have some unsettling elements. While the execution may not be overly refined, the fun factor remains strong, even if certain aspects, like the lengthy stair sequences, can be a bit tedious.
- “Pretty funny and it could be a little scary. Not too polished, and the stairs take a long time, but it's fun! Lol.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is crucial in the absence of a compelling story, with developers focusing heavily on creating an immersive environment to engage players.
- “There's no real story, so the developers really needed to rely on the atmosphere here.”