A short horror game set inside the player’s dream
NMNE is a short horror game in which the protagonist wakes up to find their body is still in bed asleep, while their mind is in a kind of waking nightmare. The goal of the player is to return the protagonist’s mind to his body, but doing so requires them to traverse a world of nightmares.
This game is part of a popular trend of short horror games, including games like A Dark Nightmare and Siren Head. The short runtime may be off-putting to some but ideal for players who prefer short experiences.
Never-ending nightmare
NMNE — which stands for Nightmare Never Ends— puts the player in the mind of a protagonist who finds themselves in a long and surreal nightmare. The player must traverse a surreal world of distinct locations, defeating demons and collecting teeth in their quest to save the protagonist’s body from dying.
Distinct locations and challenges
The game features a number of distinct locations that the player must find their way through. Along the way, they will encounter enemies and strange landscapes. There are many jumpscares, though it could be said the amount of jumpscares somewhat lessens the impact as the game goes on. There are also puzzles to solve in order to progress.
Short and disturbing
Though common for this type of game, the short length of the game may be off-putting to some players. There are puzzles to solve and visually interesting elements to observe, but the central appeal of NMNE lies in the horror aspect of the story. With that in mind, players who are not interested in horror are unlikely to find this game appealing.
