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The Nightmare Catcher

The Nightmare Catcher is a sci-fi FPS where magic clashes with science. Wield ranged or melee weapons, toss grenades, and harness mystical forces granted by the Aztec gods. Utilize technology to craft items, develop powerful abilities, and shape your destiny on an unforgettable quest.

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April 24, 2022
4 years and 101 days ago
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Mostly Positive61 reviews77.0%

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About the Game

Hello, Explorer! Welcome to The Nightmare Catcher Project—a sci-fi FPS exploration game crafted by the solo developer, XAEON GAMES.

The Story

It is the year 2050. Planet Earth is in a state of decadence. The Third World War caused irreparable damage to the ecosystem, making life almost non-existent.

Those who survived the war joined forces to rehabilitate Earth, creating the ‘Homecoming’ space program, pursuing a simple goal:

Bring back four terraforming arks that were launched before the war—or whatever's left of them.

Help the space explorer John P. in completing the mission—or perish in the attempt...