Lucid Nina (2019)

Developer: slimelvl2
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow, introspective journey through a troubled mind, where every object and dream holds weight and you piece together a fragile story without combat.

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What players say

Players describe Lucid Nina as a very short surrealist horror that takes under two hours. Many compare it to Yume Nikki but note it is more linear and story-driven with no player choice or multiple endings. Brazilian players complain about the lack of Portuguese subtitles despite the developer being Brazilian. The atmosphere and artwork are praised, though some report the game freezing.

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