Nocternum is a run-based, top-down shooter, set in an apocalyptic world overrun by demons. Play as a young child summoned in a mysterious ritual to heal what has long been broken. Take on the terrifying creatures that lurk in the dark, and die trying…again and again. Build a home for yourself in the underworld with the help of some new and unusual friends. Uncover your true identity while you fight to fulfill your prophesied destiny.

Nocternum is the debut game from Normal Horse Games, a small indie game studio that I co-founded. I have been solo developing the game in Godot since late 2023, and it is projected for release in 2027.

Nocternum was honored with the Digital Audience Choice Award at the 2025 Boston Festival of Indie Games.