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True Nightmare - Roadside Сafe

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71%Game Brain Score
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71% User Score Based on 51 reviews

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True Nightmare - Roadside Сafe is a single player action game. It was developed by Frost Fox Studios and was released on July 21, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A LONELY JOB IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHEREMary is an 18-year-old girl who’s just moved out and taken a night-shift waitress job at a desolate roadside café on the edge of nowhere. Each night, the silence grows deeper. Customers grow stranger. And the feeling that someone is watching becomes impossible to ignore...   This is the first episode of the True Nightmare series — a psychological horror that …

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71%
Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews
story8 positive mentions
stability5 negative mentions
  • The game features a gripping plot with unexpected twists and a creepy atmosphere, reminiscent of Fears to Fathom.
  • Many players found the graphics and art style appealing, contributing to an enjoyable horror experience.
  • Despite some bugs, the game provided a fun and entertaining experience, especially for fans of indie horror games.
  • The game suffers from numerous localization issues, spelling errors, and a lack of direction in gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • Many players felt the game was too short and lacked meaningful content, making it feel overpriced for what it offers.
  • The mechanics, particularly the hide-and-seek elements, were criticized for being frustrating and poorly executed, leading to moments of confusion and soft-locks.
  • story
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its intriguing plot and unexpected twists, while others criticize its structure and clarity. Many players appreciate the atmospheric tension and character dialogue, likening it to the "Fears to Fathom" series, though some feel it falls short in comparison. Overall, while the story has its strengths, it also has notable weaknesses that detract from the overall experience.

    • “Its like Fears to Fathom and I highly recommend it if you want a plot twist at the end of the game.”
    • “The game graphics looked good for the 'old style', the characters and their dialogues were fun and goofy, the story was intriguing and had a good tension to it.”
    • “Incredibly creepy locations, a gripping plot will bring me back to this game again and again after a while!”
    • “Not great story, sometimes unclear gameplay, and inferior when compared to Fears to Fathom.”
    • “The poor story structure is not worth the price!!!”
    • “While being based on a true story can be scary, most of the FTF clones are so poorly made or the story is so unbearably boring that the game falls apart.”
  • gameplay
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting localization issues, janky mechanics, and awkward dialogue that detract from the experience. While some appreciate the atmosphere and core gameplay concept, others criticize the repetitive hide-and-seek mechanics and lack of clear direction, leading to frustration. Overall, the game is seen as a flawed but interesting experience, reminiscent of similar titles, though it falls short in execution compared to its inspirations.

    • “This reminds me a lot of Fears to Fathom in the visuals, gameplay mechanics, and title logo.”
    • “I like the graphics, gameplay, and atmosphere!”
    • “Valid and interesting story, good gameplay, and nice environment and atmosphere.”
    • “Countless localization issues and a core gameplay loop of avoiding the killer that's just annoying.”
    • “Not great story, sometimes unclear gameplay, and inferior when compared to Fears to Fathom.”
    • “The problem I have is with the hide and seek mechanics and the lack of direction for a sudden 'hide' sequence.”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the art style and overall visual appeal, likening it to "Fears to Fathom." However, several users noted the presence of graphical bugs and texture issues, which detracted from the experience. Despite these flaws, the game's atmosphere and character designs were generally well-received.

    • “A super game, with amazing graphics, similar to Fears to Fathom.”
    • “This reminds me a lot of Fears to Fathom in the visuals, gameplay mechanics, and title logo.”
    • “I like the graphics, gameplay, and atmosphere!”
    • “The game has plenty of graphical bugs, but I really like the core idea, the gameplay, and the art style.”
    • “Let me say what I like about the game: definitely inspired by 'Fears to Fathom', the art style, dialogue choices, character models, you can drive around and the twist at the end. I really didn't expect that and it was good, but sadly that's where the good ends.”
    • “There are a few texture and graphics bugs, specifically in the car.”
  • atmosphere
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for being creepy, mysterious, and filled with tension, contributing to genuine scares throughout. Players appreciate the combination of good graphics, gameplay, and an engaging story that enhances the overall experience. Despite minor bugs, the immersive atmosphere remains intact and is a standout feature of the game.

    • “The beginning atmosphere was the only time where I truly felt even remotely scared in this game.”
    • “I didn’t see the ending coming; it was nicely twisted and the whole game was genuinely creepy, with a nice atmosphere that is mysterious and full of tension.”
    • “Overall, scary moments are plentiful and the game has a good atmosphere.”
    • “The beginning atmosphere was the only time I truly felt even remotely scared in this game.”
  • stability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is somewhat compromised by various bugs and glitches, including issues with car mechanics, item recovery, and animations. While these problems do not significantly hinder gameplay, players are advised to be cautious, particularly with vehicle interactions and saving progress.

    • “There were 2 glitches involving throwing items and making them unrecoverable.”
    • “The car glitches, and saving is bad.”
    • “However, there were some glitches in some of the animations.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a notable highlight, with players finding it amusing and janky, often overshadowing its horror elements. While some reviewers express mixed feelings about the overall experience, they appreciate the comedic aspects that add a lighthearted twist to the gameplay. Bugs encountered during play are seen as funny rather than detrimental, contributing to the game's charm.

    • “Just like 'Fears to Fathom', you can't really take the game seriously; it's more of a funny game than a horror one, and it was genuinely amusing.”
    • “However, if you got this game thinking it would be hilarious, janky indie horror, then you're in for a treat.”
    • “There are a few bugs I saw while playing; they weren't bad, just some funny moments that didn't ruin the atmosphere at all.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received positive feedback, with users highlighting the soundtrack as a strong point.

    • “The soundtrack is absolutely fantastic, perfectly complementing the game's atmosphere.”
    • “I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, enhancing every moment.”
    • “The variety of tracks keeps the experience fresh and engaging throughout.”
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True Nightmare - Roadside Сafe is a action game.

True Nightmare - Roadside Сafe is available on PC and Windows.

True Nightmare - Roadside Сafe was released on July 21, 2025.

True Nightmare - Roadside Сafe was developed by Frost Fox Studios.

True Nightmare - Roadside Сafe has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

True Nightmare - Roadside Сafe is a single player game.

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