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An image showing a Shrieker in Nightmare Reaper.
ⓘ Blazing Bit Games
An image showing a Shrieker in Nightmare Reaper.
Nightmare Reaper is a retro FPS in which you must face different enemies in your nightmares. There are several weapons at your disposal, and mini-games are also available, allowing you to upgrade your gear.

Nightmare Reaper is a retro FPS developed and published by the Canadian studio Blazing Bit Games. Released on March 28, 2022, it is enjoying a 50% discount on Steam through March 31, 2026. Indeed, its original price was $24.99, and it is now on sale for $12.49, according to SteamDB.

This game combines 2.5D graphics with modern gameplay mechanics. Its story is quite specific, as you embody a young girl who is in a mental institution. Your doctor is trying to help you with an experimental procedure, but when you sleep, you face enemies in nightmares. You are then immersed in randomly generated levels where you'll have to defeat different enemies. An arsenal of 80 weapons, which can change between levels, and over 30 types of enchantments are at your disposal.

An image showing a battle against a monster in Nightmare Reaper.
ⓘ Blazing Bit Games
An image showing a battle against a monster in Nightmare Reaper.
An image showing a fight in Nightmare Reaper.
ⓘ Blazing Bit Games
An image showing a fight in Nightmare Reaper.

Several mini-games that you’ll encounter throughout your adventure are also available, and they will help you collect gold to upgrade your equipment. In addition, since March 17, 2026, a co-op mode for up to 3 players has been available, and you can also play in Deathmatch mode.

As for the ratings on Steam, they show that this game is appreciated, as 93% of the 3,674 reviews are positive. Some players love its gameplay, while others highlight its soundtrack. However, there are several flaws, such as the interface, which is difficult to understand, and the enemies repeat the same actions.

In addition, if you want to get all the achievements, you'll need to spend a lot of time. Finally, many people feel that the game isn't worth its original price, and on that note, it should be noted that its lowest price of $9.99 was reached during a 60% discount on September 16, 2024.

Disclaimer: Notebookcheck is not responsible for price changes carried out by retailers. The discounted price or deal mentioned in this item was available at the time of writing and may be subject to time restrictions and/or limited unit availability.

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> Expert Reviews and News on Laptops, Smartphones and Tech Innovations > News > News Archive > Newsarchive 2026 03 > This retro FPS, liked by 93% of players, is now 50% off on Steam
Alexis Stegmann, 2026-03-18 (Update: 2026-03-18)