Nightmare Shift, an independent psychological horror that takes players to a mysterious motel, arrives on PlayStation 5 on August 13. In this unsettling place, routine duties blend with madness and nightmares. The title stands out with its cinematic-style narration and multiple endings. Nightmare Shift is also available on PC and XBOX Series X|S. You can see our coverage of the XSX version of Nightmare Shift HERE.

The game was created by independent studio Binary Lunar from Syria, whose credits also include the platformer AvoCuddle. Nightmare Shift currently holds a 72 percent positive rating from players on Steam. Ultimate Games S.A. is responsible for preparing and releasing the console versions.

When Work Turns Into a Nightmare…

Nightmare Shift is an independent psychological horror that tells a story centered on night shifts working at a motel. In this cinematically narrated title, players take on the role of Emma, who feels she is being watched and struggles to tell the line between reality and nightmare. The game draws inspiration from films in the style of the 2018 Korean production When You Sleep, among others.

The story in Nightmare Shift revolves around routine duties at a remote motel and dealing with unsettling guests. Gameplay is built on a walking simulator formula with puzzle-solving elements.

As the developers point out, completing Nightmare Shift takes anywhere from about 30 minutes to a few hours on average. The title offers different endings depending on the choices players make.

Nightmare Shift – Key Features:

Face nightmares and madness
Carry out routine duties at home and the motel
Deal with unsettling guests
Solve mysterious puzzles
Experience multiple endings

Nightmare Shift launches on PlayStation 5 on August 13, 2026. The standard console price is 11.99 USD/EUR or the equivalent of other currencies.