Free Steam demo earns 93% Positive as Zelda meets Resident Evil in Noctheria survival horror adventure

A free demo on Steam

Noctheria is a third-person survival horror game from developer and publisher zombiebytegames. It is listed on Steam, and a free demo is available to download without a membership.

The full game has no announced release date or release window. It remains in active development, and the demo provides a small sample of the larger title.

A Zelda-inspired hero and gameplay

Players control a blonde elf warrior wearing a green tunic, a look that recalls The Legend of Zelda. The game also draws on the series through action-adventure gameplay and dungeon exploration.

Players wield a sword against enemies and search for secrets and new passages. The journey includes puzzles and platforming, without deep RPG mechanics.

Survival horror in tight dungeons

Noctheria adds elements associated with classic survival horror, including Resident Evil. Its gritty, confined dungeon setting features creepy enemies that stalk the player and threaten their life. Puzzles can open new passages, adding another link to Capcom’s series. The game combines these influences in a way that feels familiar while giving the blend its own identity.

Demo reception and development

At the time of writing, the Steam demo had a 93% Positive review status. The demo offers a look at the gameplay and visuals, but represents only part of the planned game.