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nightmAR Protocol

Take control of Azael, a young magician who is now forced to survive against the Host's demons inside an artificially constructed reality. Experience a unique blend between a 3D dark fantasy environment and 2D hand-drawn horrors. Learn new spells and hone your reflexes to survive.

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Developer
Giancarlo Gioielli
Publisher
Nexima Games
Release
August 25, 2020
5 years and 342 days ago
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Positive25 reviews80.0%

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About the Game

Darkness settles as your vision focuses from blinding light to the familiar shade of your guild's castle. How did you get here? This place might look like home, but it feels... off.

They brought her here because they thought she'd be the easiest to break. Azael is young, but she's not helpless. Armed with her own magic and courage, she's prepared to bring this place down and free everyone trapped inside - no matter the cost.

Features

  • Master 5 unique spells to fight back against your demons. Everything has a weakness, and it's up to you to figure out how to exploit them.

  • Unravel the mystery of why you've been placed in this Artificial Reality, and try to escape with a new ally.

  • Survive a challenging campaign with each Phase of Azael's struggle introducing new demons and spells fight with.

  • Immerse yourself in a fully voiced story, with dialogue that reacts to what you do in combat.

  • Fear nightmarish hand-drawn demons amidst a unique dark fantasy environment.
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