Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
Carve your way with fire and steel to find out what secrets lie beyond the Mist in this intense 2-hour-long action-platformer game. Get ready to wield the flames and burn everything!
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck
Best current price at IndieGala
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $1.69 (January 2026)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndieGala | $1.69 | $16.99 | Buy |
| WinGameStore | $2.54 | $16.99 | Buy |
| Fanatical | $14.44 | $16.99 | Buy |
| Gamesplanet | $15.29 | $16.99 | Buy |
| Humble Store | $16.99 | $16.99 | Buy |
| Steam | $16.99 | $16.99 | Buy |
| Epic Games Store | $16.99 | $16.99 | Buy |
| DreamGame | $16.99 | $16.99 | Buy |
| GreenManGaming | $16.99 | $16.99 | Buy |
Nocturnal is a 2D action platformer in which a warrior returns home to find the island shrouded in a deadly mist. Fire is the key to survival: your sword can catch flame from braziers and torches, and carrying that fire lets you burn enemies, light up the darkness and push through areas where the mist would otherwise harm you. Short challenges and puzzles are built around keeping the flame alive.
It is a single-player game that can be finished in about two hours, with a hand-painted look and fast combat. The difficulty is noticeable but fair. Nocturnal suits players looking for a compact action game with a clever central idea that they can finish in an evening.
Trailer and screenshots are from the publisher. Tap a screenshot to enlarge it.
| Developer | Sunnyside Games |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Dear Villagers |
| Released | Jun 7, 2023 |
| Metacritic | 81 / 100 |
| Languages | 8: English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese - Brazil and more |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 64-bit | - |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-3610QM or AMD Ryzen 5 3500U | - |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | - |
| Graphics | GeForce GT 650M or Radeon HD 4870 X2 | - |
| Storage | 2 GB available space | - |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Monitor for the best visuals
Show off Nocturnal on a sharp 1440p screen. The SANSUI is the budget pick; the 32-inch curved Odyssey wraps the picture around you.
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Upgrade pickSamsung Odyssey G55C 32-inch QHD Curved MonitorController
Nocturnal plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.
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Upgrade pick8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerHeadset for immersive sound
Atmosphere is half of Nocturnal. The Cloud III has rich spatial sound; the Arctis Nova 7 goes wireless with long battery life.
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Upgrade pickSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7Low-latency mouse
Fast aim in Nocturnal needs a light mouse with a quick wireless link. The G305 is a cheap lag-free wireless pick; the Superlight 2 is what pros use.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G Pro X Superlight 2Steam Deck storage
Nocturnal runs on Steam Deck. A fast microSD card adds room for it and the rest of your library.
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Upgrade pickSanDisk 512GB microSD for Nintendo SwitchPrices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $1.69 in January 2026.
The best current price we found is $1.69 at IndieGala, against a usual price of $16.99.
Buy now. Buy now. Matches the lowest price we have on record ($1.69). A sale is unlikely to beat this price by much.
