Nightwater (2026)

Developer: Studio Ashty
Publisher: Studio Ashty, Irox Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 146 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 15 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A quiet, solitary crafting and expansion loop on a strange island floating in a sea of starlit void, with an undercurrent of mystery and steady technological progression.

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What players say

Players call it cute and chill, with incremental minigames that unlock permanent buffs and no time pressure. Many say the automation is thin and grindy, a short game that ends underwhelming, and warn away anyone hoping for Factorio, the piped building feels clunky and controller support is half-finished, though some report it runs smoothly and find it addicting.

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