Underplayed Gems

Thirty Minute Nightmare (2021)

Thirty Minute Nightmare cover
Developer
digitalbathtub
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
3.6 of 5, 22 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 26 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A short, dark survival horror dreamscape with retro PSX-style graphics, full of monsters and scares.

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What players say

Players report the game is much shorter than its title suggests, often finishing in 15 to 18 minutes. The gameplay is repetitive with easy enemies and there are frequent softlocks, but many find it worth the low price for a quick, atmospheric horror experience.

Screenshots

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