Underplayed Gems

Nightlings (2025)

Nightlings cover
Developer
Team Nightlings
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Free To Play
Rating
3.3 of 5, 27 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 30 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A frantic, harrowing fight for survival as a vulnerable child alone in a dark house under siege by goblin-like creatures.

fast-pacedsurvival horrortenseatmosphericfirst persongoblinschild protagonistdefensive

What players say

Players are divided on Nightlings. Some call it a fun, free horror game with decent jumpscares and clear mechanics, while others find it unfinished and unscary. Several reviews focus on allegations against developer NitroWolf, leading some to stop playing.

Trailer

Screenshots

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