Nowhere

About this game

Nowhere is a Nordic inspired narrative mystery/horror game. Focusing on immersive and atmospheric creepy Scandinavian locations and a realistic investigation system, you play a detective trapped in the forests of Norway while searching for a group of missing tourists when you find there's more to the story than meets the eye. Tension slowly builds as you explore the world, never shaking the feeling you're being watched. Nowhere uses a unique blend of detective gameplay and survival horror in Nordic aesthetics.









A unique tale on Norse mythology, the conflicts of religion during the Viking Age and what happened to the Gods in the final years of their worship.


A blend of Detective Mystery and Survival Horror filled with suspense and slow build ups of tension, not jumpscares.


Non-Linear Open World exploring all the atmospheric and creepy locations across the forests.


Realistic Investigation Mechanics that will make you feel like a real detective. The game relies on you to make your own connections and work things out for yourself, giving you the ability to interact with the environments around you, searching for clues, inspecting sites of interest while making your investigations.


At the sound of a horn in the distance, the forests around you twist and corrupt into a nightmare version of itself. The monsters stalking you from the shadows, waiting until your back is turned. Run! Hide! Fight! Survive!

Latest news

• Announcements·1 Jun 2026Official

  Nowhere - Release Date Announcement

  Hello all!I have announced the release date for Nowhere as part of the Midsummer Night's Scream: A Horror Game Awards Showcase! I am going with the 30th of September 2026, (just working with Valve to get that updated on the Store page).Thank you for checking out Nowhere!Please consider wishlisting as it really helps out.More soon. — Luke, Midnight Forge Games
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• Patch Notes·12 Jan 2026Official

  Detective Fest – Demo Update Notice

  The version available today is an earlier build of the demo. A newer updated version will be going live tomorrow at 6pm GMT, featuring improved mechanics, level changes, and stability fixes based on recent testing.I’ve been unwell over the last few days (and still am), which slowed down a few final changes more than expected, but the updated build is nearly ready and locked in for tomorrow evening.If you choose to play today, please keep in mind that some systems and areas are actively being improved. Any feedback or bug reports are greatly appreciated and help shape the final release.Thank you for checking out Nowhere, and I hope you enjoy the investigation.- Luke / Midnight Forge
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• Community & Events·22 Dec 2025Official

  A New Demo Is Coming for Steam Detective Fest

  I’m happy to share that a new demo for Nowhere is currently in development and will be released in time for the Steam Detective Fest.Nowhere is a detective-led folk-horror mystery, where investigation and deduction take place in a cursed nordic valley that doesn’t want the truth uncovered. You’ll search sites, piece together events through environmental clues, and uncover something far older and far more dangerous, than a simple crime.This updated demo improves investigative flow, clarity of clues, and pacing, while preserving the slow-burn horror, isolation, and unease at the heart of the game.New demo launching for Steam Detective FestDetective gameplay with strong horror elementsFeedback welcome during the festWishlist to stay updatedMore soon. — Luke, Midnight Forge Games
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• Announcements·22 Nov 2025Official

  Supporting Those Who Dwell Helps Support Nowhere

  Hey everyone,I wanted to share a quick personal update with those following Nowhere.Alongside development on Nowhere, I’ve recently released a new short folklore horror game called Those Who Dwell, a story-first, atmospheric game set in abandoned underground tunnels, exploring ancient ruins, hidden beings and the consequences of disturbing what should remain forgotten.While these are separate stories, they both exist within the same folklore-inspired identity that defines the games I’m trying to build.If you enjoy the eerie tone, myth-driven storytelling and unsettling environments of Nowhere, there’s a strong chance Those Who Dwell will resonate with you too.Supporting Those Who Dwell directly helps fund continued development on Nowhere — allowing me to spend more time refining environments, story, and atmosphere you’re here for.You can check it out here: As always, your support means more than I can express. Whether that’s wishlisting, sharing, playing, or simply following along.Thank you for being part of this journey.– Luke
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• Announcements·15 Aug 2024Official

  Demo is out now!

  Hey all! The Nowhere demo is now live to the public. Please note that Nowhere is still in development and that the demo is a preview version of the game, you are likely to encounter some bugs. I am working hard to make daily updates and improve the final experience. The game is only being developed by me but I'll try and get back to people as much as I can. Please consider wishlisting to help support the game in the lead up to release. I welcome any and all feedback and I hope you see the potential for what Nowhere will be on full release!
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