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"Nightmare Frontier: New Tactical Strategy Game for PC Announced"

Author:Kristen Update: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 intriguing game blends tactical turn-based strategy with elements of extraction looting, offering a unique gaming experience that fans might describe as "XCOM meets Hunt: Showdown with a dash of Cthulhu." Be sure to check out the announcement trailer above and explore the first screenshots in the gallery below for a glimpse into this chilling world.

The narrative of Nightmare Frontier unfolds in an alternate 19th-century America, following a mysterious event that has blurred the lines between reality and a terrifying unknown. This event unleashed monstrous beings known as Dreadweavers from the dark abysses of a terror dimension. These creatures embody the deepest fears of humanity. Players assume the role of the ringleader, a survivor navigating this nightmarish new reality. Leading a team of scavengers, you'll delve deep into the city, risking everything in the pursuit of valuable loot.

Nightmare Frontier - First Screenshots

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Nightmare Frontier promises to deliver an intense mix of turn-based "gun-n-slash" gameplay, coupled with horror elements that can alter gameplay dynamics. It features an enticing risk-reward system and the allure of valuable loot, making every decision crucial. If this sounds like your kind of game, don't forget to wishlist Nightmare Frontier on Steam to stay updated on its development and release.