Fantastic short horror game, not reliant on jumpscares but genuinely creepy. Great sense of suspense and mood, there is an eerie buildup but the ending leaves me with more lingering questions than real answers.
It is amazing how many indie games on itch.Io do so much that is clever and genuinely scary with the horror genre, and it seems that's why arguably my weakest asset pack (the blood spray pack) is by far the most downloaded thing I have ever posted on itch.io.
That and, it is free. But if that is what the gamedevs here want (horror stuff) I will happily make more of that. It is clearly a huge phenomenon here on itch!
So I will be posting a major update to that free asset pack in the next few days with more disturbing horror elements. As in, more gore, blood, body-horror stuff. And some general-purpose horror-genre visual elements.
BTW I also have some small indie games in the works - not just gamedev asset packs. But so far, most of what I've posted is game assets for game creators. Hope to offer more of both in the next few months... often available for free. If anybody's interested.
Hellloo im a small youtuber trying to follow my dreams so if you could please check this video out and leave me some feedback I would GREATLY appreciate it! This game was well made and i really loved the art style!
Short creepy story. The biggest fear someone can have, watching a horror movie and having scary thoughts later, only in this case his night as a guard becomes a horror night.
I just finished your game and I gotta say I loved it! Wish it was a bit longer I also have so many questions but yeah. It was very good, thank you for making it :)
Firstly, what an incredible little game! The tension was fantastic!! But secondly, please allow the game to run windowed. I realize not everyone has one, but trying to run this on a 5120x1440 display was a NIGHTMARE. But I have to say, I'm so glad I got it, absolutely phenomenal.
Half of the AAA industry doesn't even think about this screen size haha! But honestly just adding a "Windowed" feature makes it so much nicer on our end. Monitors of this size are few and far between, so if you do decide to add some sort of support for it let me know and I'd be happy to test it out for you!
I have updated the game to the version 1.3.0, now you can switch between fullscreen (not exclusive window anymore) and windowed modes, also you can change the game resolution before play.
I just tried it, I see the resolution! But the UI is scaled horizontally and so it all stacks on top of each other :/ I don't entirely know what the solution is here? Like I said I've already played the game and it is phenomenal! So if you decide to continue to try and figure it out then by all means and from everyone with this kind of monitor I say THANK YOU! But please don't do it if it's just frustrating you. But with that said, if you do decide to, and want someone to test it out whenever, just shoot me a message and I'll be happy to take another look :)
I have done tests simulating the resolution of your screen, I can fix the UI but there is a problem with the camera. The game is not designed for that resolution and the screen only shows 50% of the scene (in high), the method I'm using to simulate the "low res" effect doens't support a solution, I am very sorry :C
I'm working on a solution to use in my next games and the full version of Night Guard, it should avoid problems like this.
I was expecting a jump scare and did not get one! 🤣 That said, it was extremely creepy and didn't need to rely on jumpscares to be frightening! I really liked that about this game. The ending was unsatisfying as another poster said. However, since it's going to be the intro to another game, that's not an issue. I really enjoyed this and can't wait to see your finished game. Nice job!
Seems like a fantastic set-up with an unfortunately abrupt and unsatisfying ending. Great job with the audio and the atmosphere though. I hope to see more.
This game is an intro of another game, the final one will have two parts, this intro (an improved one) and the game. Thanks for the comments and nice video!
The game starts with the native screen resolution, the pixelated effect is done on purpose, it's part of the style of the game (the same with the textures and lighting), so I have not included those kinds of settings because I think they are not necessary
Hello! I recently completed a review of your game for my Youtube series “The First 15”! I’ve placed a link to the video down below, please check it out and keep up the great work!
I'm writing down many things that I can improve in future games, you're right about the flashlight, it looks like a simple "point light" in front of you, annoted!
Thanks for the gameplay video! I really appreciate your words about the game. Night Guard is the introduction to an upcoming game, it's one of the reasons I decided to keep it short. The next game will be better and longer.
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Really cool little horor game
Thanks!
Nice short horror game loved the ending and the 80's feel, can't wait to see more and thanks :)
Thank you!
Fantastic short horror game, not reliant on jumpscares but genuinely creepy. Great sense of suspense and mood, there is an eerie buildup but the ending leaves me with more lingering questions than real answers.
It is amazing how many indie games on itch.Io do so much that is clever and genuinely scary with the horror genre, and it seems that's why arguably my weakest asset pack (the blood spray pack) is by far the most downloaded thing I have ever posted on itch.io.
That and, it is free. But if that is what the gamedevs here want (horror stuff) I will happily make more of that. It is clearly a huge phenomenon here on itch!
So I will be posting a major update to that free asset pack in the next few days with more disturbing horror elements. As in, more gore, blood, body-horror stuff. And some general-purpose horror-genre visual elements.
https://matthornb.itch.io/ - my itch profile
https://matthornb.itch.io/blood-spray-particle-fx-clips-free - the blood spray pack that I'm about to update.
BTW I also have some small indie games in the works - not just gamedev asset packs. But so far, most of what I've posted is game assets for game creators. Hope to offer more of both in the next few months... often available for free. If anybody's interested.
Had all the elements needed for a good horror game and the build up was perfect.
Thanks for playing! dolls that make noises can be very creepy
This was a great short horror game! I like that even though it's short, it had this nice build up to everything! It was really well done!
Thank you so much, nice video!
No problem!! Glad you enjoyed it!
Cool little horror game, not overly scary
Thank you for playing!
#1 Night Guard.
Hope you enjoyed playing the game!
it was the perfect length because my smol brain cant handle long games anymore!
Hellloo im a small youtuber trying to follow my dreams so if you could please check this video out and leave me some feedback I would GREATLY appreciate it! This game was well made and i really loved the art style!
Thank you so much and good luck with your youtube channel!
Thank you! The game was fun!
Short creepy story. The biggest fear someone can have, watching a horror movie and having scary thoughts later, only in this case his night as a guard becomes a horror night.
Hope you enjoyed the game!
Yes, of course!
I just finished your game and I gotta say I loved it! Wish it was a bit longer I also have so many questions but yeah. It was very good, thank you for making it :)
Thanks to you for playing it!
Thanks!
Firstly, what an incredible little game! The tension was fantastic!! But secondly, please allow the game to run windowed. I realize not everyone has one, but trying to run this on a 5120x1440 display was a NIGHTMARE. But I have to say, I'm so glad I got it, absolutely phenomenal.
I hadn't thought of those kinds of screen sizes, I'll add those options in the next few days, thanks for the feedback!
Half of the AAA industry doesn't even think about this screen size haha! But honestly just adding a "Windowed" feature makes it so much nicer on our end. Monitors of this size are few and far between, so if you do decide to add some sort of support for it let me know and I'd be happy to test it out for you!
Thanks! I really appreciate it.
I have updated the game to the version 1.3.0, now you can switch between fullscreen (not exclusive window anymore) and windowed modes, also you can change the game resolution before play.
I just tried it, I see the resolution! But the UI is scaled horizontally and so it all stacks on top of each other :/ I don't entirely know what the solution is here? Like I said I've already played the game and it is phenomenal! So if you decide to continue to try and figure it out then by all means and from everyone with this kind of monitor I say THANK YOU! But please don't do it if it's just frustrating you. But with that said, if you do decide to, and want someone to test it out whenever, just shoot me a message and I'll be happy to take another look :)
I have done tests simulating the resolution of your screen, I can fix the UI but there is a problem with the camera. The game is not designed for that resolution and the screen only shows 50% of the scene (in high), the method I'm using to simulate the "low res" effect doens't support a solution, I am very sorry :C
I'm working on a solution to use in my next games and the full version of Night Guard, it should avoid problems like this.
Thanks for playing the game! (the full game will have an enhanced version)
legaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllll
Is there anyway to play in windowed mode?
You can use the command prompt (Windows + R) and launch the game with this parameter: -screen-fullscreen 0
Where "game_folder" is the path where you have the unzipped game.
Hola probe el juego y estuvo bueno, aqui dejo mi video probandolo, gracias
Gracias a ti!
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I'll steal you 2 minutes to check it out and if you like to sign up!
Until next time
Thanks!
Goodwork
Thanks! I think jumpscares are not necessary for a game to be scary
Very interesting, but short indie horror, I liked it)
Thanks!
I hope you enjoyed the game!
This Was A Solid Game Good job
Thanks!
Pretty great! Atmospheric and interesting. Very nicely stylized, the environment looks great. No filler and to the point spooks. Great work. :}
Thanks for the video!
no problem anytime brother
Loved it! Unexpectedly creepy and the music was spot on!
Thanks for those words! Glad to see you enjoyed the game!
it was really good
This game was very spooky! I liked the style and it was a nice short horror experience to say the least. Good job dev!
Thank you so much!
i like the ending of the game
Thank you very much!
no lo pueden poner sin descargar el juego no tengo espacio en mi p#nche pc >:v
No por el momento, aunque no es descartable. Gracias por el interés!
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Seems like a fantastic set-up with an unfortunately abrupt and unsatisfying ending. Great job with the audio and the atmosphere though. I hope to see more.
Hello!
This game is an intro of another game, the final one will have two parts, this intro (an improved one) and the game. Thanks for the comments and nice video!
Pretty scary definitely made me feel uneasy.
I'm glad to hear that! Thanks!
Really nice game but too short. :)
Thanks! I'm glad you liked the game!
Thanks, nice gameplay!
Add setting option
Suggestions?
Graphic quality, resolution etc
The game starts with the native screen resolution, the pixelated effect is done on purpose, it's part of the style of the game (the same with the textures and lighting), so I have not included those kinds of settings because I think they are not necessary
Thanks for playing the game!
yoo man keep making games bro .
awesome game, I love it. pretty short but still awesome!
Thank you so much!
I have enjoyed watching your video, thanks!
Loved the game. I made a video about it
Thank you so much!
I don't know why you can't see almost anything in your first monitor, have you tried to change the "gamma"? (bottom right when on the title screen).
Great work I really loved this game.
Thanks!
Hello! I recently completed a review of your game for my Youtube series “The First 15”! I’ve placed a link to the video down below, please check it out and keep up the great work!
I'm writing down many things that I can improve in future games, you're right about the flashlight, it looks like a simple "point light" in front of you, annoted!
Thanks for helping me improve!
Gave the game a Let's Play and my thoughts/feedback
Thanks for the gameplay video! I really appreciate your words about the game. Night Guard is the introduction to an upcoming game, it's one of the reasons I decided to keep it short. The next game will be better and longer.