Nightfall: A Horror Game with the Soul of an Ancient God

 In the world of indie games, we sometimes find gems that, despite their short duration, leave an indelible mark. Nightfall, developed by Bippinbits and their team for Ludum Dare 58, is one of those gems. This horror game with touches of tower defense immerses us in an oppressive atmosphere where we embody an ancient god reduced to a beating heart, desperately seeking to rebuild his form.

A Creepy Forest and Strange Resources

Defend Your Heart
Team Behind the Darkness
Controls and Download
Conclusion

The premise of Nightfall is intriguing: we must venture into a sinister forest to collect resources and find lost souls. These souls can be "soothed", exploited, or taken by force, adding a morally ambiguous component to the gameplay. Every decision has its consequence, and the game's atmosphere contributes to that feeling of constant oppression.

Back at our base, located on the edge of a cliff, we must defend ourselves from the creatures that emerge from the forest. This tower defense element adds a strategic layer to the game, where resource management and planning are vital to survive the night. The need to protect our beating heart gives a visceral touch to the experience.

Nightfall is the result of the talent of a passionate team:

• René Habermann - Direction, Game Design, Programming, Writing

• Anne Hecker - Art

• Christian Brandt von Fackh - Coding

• Raffaele Picca - Tech Art

• Martin Kvale - Sound Design

• Cameron Paxton - Music, Logo

The controls are simple and intuitive:

• WASD = Movement

• Left Click = Action in mouse direction

• Space = Interact/Talk

• Number keys = Select item

You can play Nightfall directly in your browser or download it for Windows from its page on itch.io: Nightfall on itch.io

Nightfall is a game that captures the essence of horror in a small but powerful package. Its oppressive atmosphere, intriguing gameplay, and evocative artistic design make it a memorable experience for any fan of the genre. If you're looking for a short, intense game with a story that makes you think, don't hesitate to give Nightfall a chance.