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NIGHTWARD

By Emexis Games · Windows

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Your mother was a night nurse. A month after her funeral, a hospital closed for twelve years calls your phone. Follow her route through Sislidere, one sealed building at a time, and learn who was kept awake there - and why. Some of them only move when you look away.

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Inside the game.

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FIND YOUR KIND OF PLAY

Before you play.

Game style
Adventure · Indie
Platforms
Windows

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ANSWERS FOR YOUR FIRST SESSION

NIGHTWARD gameplay guide and player questions

Steam edition · Researched Nov 9, 2026 · Guide updated Nov 9, 2026.

Source facts

How do I interact with the tall entity found in the east ward?

To manage the tall entity in the east ward, you must keep your torch beam focused on it. This action forces the creature to remain perfectly still, preventing it from moving closer while you are actively watching it.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

What is a practical approach to navigating the Old Bus Terminal?

When exploring the Old Bus Terminal, you should exercise extreme caution around the sleeping passengers located upstairs. It is suggested that you avoid making noise or interacting with them to ensure you do not wake them up.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

How do the optional blink and microphone features function in Nightward?

You can choose to enable webcam-based blinking or microphone input to interact with the game. These are entirely optional settings that do not record or store any data, allowing the entities to react to your real-world actions.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

How can I adjust the game's visual experience to be more comfortable?

You can customize your visual experience by accessing the settings menu. The game provides options for reduced flicker, field of view adjustments, and brightness settings to ensure the horror atmosphere remains comfortable for your specific preferences.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

What should I be aware of when exploring the North Weave Mill?

At the North Weave Mill, the night shift workers never officially clocked out. They continue to move alongside the machinery, and it is crucial to remain quiet because they can hear you in the silence.

Based on source 1.

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How do I progress the timeline back to 1981?

To progress the timeline, you must finish the tasks assigned to you at each location as described in your mother's notebook. Every correct answer you provide adds a line to the timeline, eventually leading back to 1981.

Based on source 1.

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What is the significance of the phone ringing on the passenger seat?

While driving between locations in your mother's car, you will hear her phone ringing on the passenger seat. Answering it allows you to speak with someone from the last place you visited, providing further narrative progression.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

Are there accessibility options for players who struggle with timed inputs?

Yes, the game is designed to be playable without timed inputs. It includes features like adjustable difficulty and is categorized as playable at your own pace, ensuring a more accessible experience for all players.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

What should I look for in my mother's house on Ihlamur Street?

When you reach the house on Ihlamur Street, you will find a quiet chapter of the story. Search for her notebooks and a locked room, which contains the key necessary to access the final location.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

What is the primary goal when visiting the Çamlıtepe Sanatorium?

The Çamlıtepe Sanatorium, located on the hill above town, is where the story began. Here, you must be careful as cameras watch your movements. You can use a key or your webcam to blink while navigating this area.

Based on source 1.

Sources & scope

  1. Publisher description on Steam ↗Checked Nov 9, 2026

AI-assisted research with automated evidence and consistency checks. Good Game Daily organizes publisher information into practical answers. Guidance is an editorial interpretation of those sources. These notes are based on source research rather than a firsthand playtest; editions and later updates may differ.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Check the fit before you install

For NIGHTWARD · Steam edition.

  1. Compare your device with the listed Windows requirements. Full controller support is listed.
  2. Steam lists single-player support. Read the developer’s requirements if you need to play without an internet connection; single-player does not by itself establish offline access.
  3. The full-game US price snapshot is 2.99 USD; check the current price in your region.

Decision guide updated 2026-10-29. Based on the publisher listing checked 2026-11-09; this is not a firsthand review.

PC EDITION · STEAM

Choose how you play.

Platforms
Windows
Play modes
Single-player
Controller support
Full
Languages
English, Turkish, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Portuguese - Brazil, Spanish - Latin America, Thai, Ukrainian
Release date / window
Nov 4, 2026
Full game price · US
2.99 USD

The full game and its demo may have different availability. Prices are a US storefront snapshot. DLC and in-game purchases may cost extra.

Steam source ↗ · Checked Nov 9, 2026. Platform editions may differ in features, prices and save compatibility.

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Windows minimum requirements

Minimum: OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i5-6500 / AMD Ryzen 5 1400 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 570, 4 GB DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 4 GB available space Additional Notes: Webcam and microphone are optional.

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