A routine motel shift becomes a psychological nightmare
Nightmare Shift launches for Xbox Series X|S on July 30, followed by PlayStation 5 on August 13, 2026.
Developed by Syrian indie studio Binary Lunar, Nightmare Shift follows Emma, a newly hired motel receptionist whose ordinary night duties begin to blur with paranoia, nightmares, and the feeling that someone is watching her.
The first-person horror game combines exploration, routine tasks, mysterious guests, and puzzle-solving with multiple endings shaped by the player’s choices. Horror fans can also check out our coverage of Who Are You!? and the painted psychological horror demo PRISON OF HUSKS.
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Survive the night shift
Emma must complete routine duties at both her apartment and the remote motel while dealing with unsettling guests and unexplained events. Each new encounter can bring her closer to the truth or push her further into paranoia.
Nightmare Shift is primarily a walking simulator with puzzle elements rather than a combat-heavy survival horror game. Its story was influenced by thrillers including the 2018 Korean film Door Lock.
Different choices lead to different endings
The publisher estimates that a playthrough can take between around 30 minutes and several hours. Player decisions can lead to different endings, giving the short horror experience some replay value.
The PC version originally launched through Steam on July 15, 2025. Ultimate Games S.A. is handling the new console editions, which are priced at $11.99/€11.99 or the regional equivalent.
Nightmare Shift
Release: July 30, 2026 on Xbox Series X|S; August 13, 2026 on PlayStation 5; PC available now
Genre: Psychological Horror, Adventure, Simulation
Developer: Binary Lunar
Console Publisher: Ultimate Games S.A.
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC via Steam
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