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The key feature in Nightmare Circus is the “Puppet String” mechanic. The player can use the puppeteer’s sticks as a weapon, alongside a Control Bar to fend off hostile enemies, as well as to traverse, manoeuvre, and attack with our unique Collision Combat system. 

Developer: FairPlay Studios FairPlay Studios Co. Ltd

Publisher: Red Dunes Games

Release Date: Sept. 24, 2025

Genres: Action Adventure Indie

Tags: 3D Action Action-Adventure Adventure Cartoony Colorful Combat Cute Dark Fantasy Exploration Fantasy Indie Mystery Singleplayer Story Rich Top-Down

Reviews: 84 (Very Positive)

Price: Free

Platforms: Windows Linux

Languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese - Portugal, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Thai, Traditional Chinese

Steam Achievements: None

Nightmare Circus Demo on Steam

Categories: Custom Volume Controls DualSense Controller Support DualSense Controller Support DualShock Controller Support DualShock Controller Support Full controller support Game demo Playable without Timed Input Save Anytime Single-player Stats Steam Achievements Steam Cloud Stereo Sound