In the dystopian world of NIGHTMARE OPERATOR, humanity has been ravaged by catastrophe and left to struggle in the shadows. Amidst this bleak landscape, you take on the role of Misha, a Public Safety Operator for the Provisional Government, tasked with hunting down Youkai – supernatural creatures born from humanity’s darkest fears.
Your mission is set against the backdrop of 2036, where Shin-Chiba, once a thriving metropolis, now lies in ruins. As you venture into the haunted streets, Misha uncovers a sinister plot that threatens to unravel what remains of civilization. With each step forward, the line between reality and nightmare blurs, plunging her deeper into a world of terror.
At the heart of NIGHTMARE OPERATOR is the Clutch System, an innovative mechanic that allows Misha to rapidly switch between different Weapon Modules on her gun using command inputs inspired by fighting games. These modules can unleash elemental damage effects such as freezing, stunning, or causing bleeding when used against Youkai. As you explore the world, you’ll discover new Weapon Modules hidden in the shadows, which can be slotted into different Command Slots in Misha’s gun.
The enemies you face are all drawn from Japanese urban legends and folklore, but they won’t appear exactly as depicted in their original stories. This adds a layer of unpredictability to the game, where even the most familiar monsters will surprise with their ferocity and cunning. The world itself is rendered in a striking low- poly aesthetic, meticulously crafted to evoke the gritty, post-apocalyptic feel of Tokyo’s real-world districts.
As you navigate this treacherous landscape, you’ll need to master Misha’s combat skills, exploiting the weaknesses of each monster to emerge victorious. With every victory comes the knowledge that there are more Youkai out there waiting to strike, and the nightmare never truly ends.
Currently in development for release on Steam, NIGHTMARE OPERATOR promises a thrilling ride through a world where terror lurks around every corner. Will you be able to survive the horrors that await, or will you succumb to the darkness? There’s only one way to find out: become the Nightmare Operator and take back the night.
