"Nightmare Frontier: New Tactical PC Game Announced"

Author: Max May 23,2025

Developer Ice Code Games, known for titles like Hard West II and Rogue Waters, has just unveiled their latest project, Nightmare Frontier. This game is a thrilling blend of tactical turn-based strategy and extraction looter mechanics, offering a unique experience that's been described as "XCOM meets Hunt: Showdown with a dash of Cthulhu." Dive into the announcement trailer above and explore the initial screenshots in the gallery below to get a taste of what's in store.

The narrative of Nightmare Frontier is set in an alternate 19th-century America, shortly following a mysterious event that has irrevocably altered the world. The boundaries between reality and a chilling horror have blurred, compelling survivors to unravel the enigma of that fateful night and the sinister force behind the Nightmare. The urban landscapes are now plagued by creatures known as Dreadweavers, emerging from the abyssal depths of a terror dimension. These beings are the tangible manifestations of humanity's deepest fears. In this harrowing new reality, players assume the role of the ringleader, a figure who, despite being engulfed by fear, sees a glimmer of hope for survival. Leading a band of scavengers, you'll delve into the heart of the city, risking everything in the quest for valuable loot.

Nightmare Frontier - First Screenshots

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Nightmare Frontier promises to deliver an innovative mix of turn-based "gun-n-slash" combat, horror elements that influence gameplay, an engaging risk-reward system, and the allure of valuable loot. If this sounds like your kind of game, be sure to add Nightmare Frontier to your wishlist on Steam and stay tuned for more updates.