Alright, so guess what? I stumbled upon this game called Through The Nightmares. It’s coming to the Nintendo Switch — yeah, for real this time. Let’s talk about it.
Some corrupted deity (Morpheus, they say) traps kids in never-ending nightmares. Creepy, right? So enter Sandman, not the rock song, but some spirit dude who ensures we all sleep soundly. He’s off on this wild journey to save the kiddos from their spooky dreams. Honestly, sounds like something straight out of a fever dream, but hey, I’m intrigued.
Apparently, it’s hardcore. Like, 45 levels spread over three chapters kind of hardcore. Each nightmare is a spin on childhood fears. Picture this: shadows in a dark forest or those freaky things (monsters? Gremlins?) hiding under your bed. Yikes.
Sandman can change size — which is not just some party trick. It actually messes with the game physics. You jump differently, maybe even defy gravity a bit, dodge whatever traps the game throws at you. I’d probably just crash into everything and fall a lot.
Oh, oh! The features. Let’s see:
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Size-Switching Action: Yup, shrink or grow to slip through cracks and avoid those nightmarish traps. Shortcuts? Yes, please.
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Precision Madness: At least instant respawns are a thing, and you’re in charge of your checkpoint. These collectible thingies decide where you restart. Could be helpful if you’re anything like me and die a lot.
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Dreamy Levels: They say it’s "handcrafted." (Artisanal, anyone?) Levels are based on — get this — Nordic myths, suburban sprawl, and old ruins. There’s something oddly comforting about exploring the chaos.
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Environment Magic: Mess with the world around you to unlock secrets or solve puzzles. Almost makes you feel like a wizard. Almost.
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Story Bits: Collect items to piece together these kids’ backstories and figure out what Morpheus’s deal is. I’ve always liked a good mystery.
- Visuals and Music: They promise unique art and a chilling soundtrack. Imagine the dreams made real… if that’s not cool, I don’t know what is.
Here’s the kicker — it’s hitting the Nintendo Switch eShop worldwide on June 19, 2025. Mark your calendars, if you actually still do that sort of thing. I might just be there, fingers crossed, hoping I don’t end up in an endless loop of respawns.
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