BEFORE you play the game, RIGHT-CLICK the game in your library list and select "Game Configuration". If you do not do this you won't be able to play with a controller, use high resolutions, or full screen. It nearly drove me insane before I figured this out.

Aside from the really stupid config choice, the game is great and has an even better soundtrack. I didn't even mind having to play levels over again after failing on boss fights because the music was that good. It's simple and fun. Can't ask for much more.

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It's a good port! You'll probably want a controller for it.

This was by far and away Yuji Naka's best game. It's an early illustration of how games can be art. Naka proved through level design and gameplay you could create a cohesive story with virtually no narrative. Armed only with metaphors and imagery; the story is imparted in a way that no other art form could allow.

In my 15 years owning NiGHTS on Saturn; I never realized any of this. It was only when I repurchased this game recently that I started seeing how brilliant the story is. I won't ruin the imagery and the different ways it relates to the overall theme. I will say however that it's a timeless coming of age story. Each and every piece of scenery is a metaphor for growing up. One can quite literally relive different phases of their childhood through this imagery.

When I say every piece of scenery, art, gameplay, and level design. I mean it quite literally. It was all designed metaphorically to relate to the process of maturing into an adult. You could write a book about how the art can be interpreted alone.

Not only this, but it's so simple anyone can complete the game. Yet so complex you'll never be able to truly master the tracks. If you're a Sonic fan and want a sense of speed. This game gives it to you like no other. By taking away the platforming elements. The developers could focus the gameplay on acrobatic moves and highscoring through high speeds with few obstacles to slow you down.

The dynamic/evolving music engine was also quite novel and innovative. By nurturing the nightopians, breading them with the nightmarens, or destroying the nightopians the moods of the creatures would change. Depending on their mood the music would change slightly. This system allows the music to stay fresh and familiar, but never truly repetitive. Being able to interact with the nightopians in such a unique fashion really gave some players a bond with the world of NiGHTS.

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In times where stress is at an all-time high for most people, I think we all need something to give our minds a break from the chaos every now and again. NiGHTS is a game that aids with mental health remarkably well. Even when I was still getting the hang of the gameplay, I never felt stressed out by it. The game is a feel-good experience, and the music is one of the main reasons as to why. Each stage track in this game oozes a sense of delight and adventure, while still being very relaxing to listen to.

The world of NiGHTS is based on and in dreams, and I must say, this is one of the most pleasant ones I've had in a while. You won't find many games like NiGHTS; it's just that unique. Give yourself a break and explore what it's like to be young and full of curiosity and wonder again. We all need a break sometimes, and there's no shame in taking one.

One of the greatest games of all time. NiGHTS definitely deserves a little more recognition for the beauty and creativity of the game. Controls are easy to learn, and I'll often find myself playing for hours at a time trying to beat my old scores or just releasing steam with a boss run. The characters are colorful, easy to love, and full of personality! This is a feel-good game!

I'll be honest, the first time I saw NiGHTS as a young gamer raised on Nintendo consoles, it was in the NiGHTS into Dreams pinball table alongside Sonic in Sonic Pinball Party for the GameBoy Advance. Needless to say, having just recently been introduced to Sonic, and having a mindset that most girls didn't play videogames, NiGHTS appeared to me as SEGA's lady-Sonic character... the feminine colors of pink and purple hadn't always appealed to me.

Many years later, revisting some of my older games, I picked up Sonic Pinball again, and I thought to myself: "I remember the NiGHTS table having something the Sonic one didn't: Bosses! You're older and much more skilled now, so why don't we give this a go?" After a few practice rounds, I'd cleared my way through all 6 tables, their Nightmaren bosses, and eventually unlocking the secret NiGHTS "Twin Seeds" table, which led to my first encounter with (and triumph over) Wizeman the Wicked.

I was hooked. I wanted to learn about the REAL NiGHTS. After finding very few videos on Youtube over the original NiGHTS into Dreams, I did my own research, and found the game was available on Steam for just $10. At this point in time, I didn't have a Steam account, nor was I interested in TF2 or Garry's Mod, Counter-Strike, any of these legendary titles I'd seen friends playing in the past.

That's right:

The whole reason I made a Steam account was for NiGHTS.

So the next time you see me on your team in TF2, or the next time you see me post a Garry's Mod animation, you can thank the whimsical dream-jester, and the geniuses who've brought it to life.

After the massive trashfire that was Balan Wonderworld I invite you to play this to see one of the actually good games Yuji Naka and Naoto Ohshima made in the past.

I wish SEGA would remember this franchise and give us a Journey of Dreams remaster, but I digress. Nights Into Dreams is an underrated gem that I think everyone should play through at least once. However, it is a bit dated and could have used some quality of life additions for the HD remaster. For example, having to replay entire levels if you fail at a boss instead of the start of the fight is kind of a nuisance. Still, that's a small complaint considering how short (and amazingly fun) the levels are.

As an aside, this runs near-perfectly on Steam Deck, so I'm not sure what's up with the recent reviews that say it doesn't. Just run the configuration first to choose resolution and Gamepad instead of keyboard.

i need NiGHTS to give me a hug

Nights: Journey of Dreams has NOT been announced for PC as of 1 May 2023.


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40 hours of playing NiGHTS into Dreams. All I can say is I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!
The gameplay may look boring, inane, or weird but if you give it a try, I promise you will love it. If you are a SEGA or Sonic fan, you have no excuse not to purchase it. It should be illegal not to buy it if you adore sonic.

NiGHTS will always be my favorite game. I've never had so much fun playing a video game.
The soundtrack is just gorgeous. The album version is better! It comes with two alternative songs for each level.

The gameplay is difficult to explain, to be honest. Your objective is to collect 20 orbs as fast as you can. With the reminding time, your goal is to gain as much points as possible by flying through hoops without losing your chain.

My only comaplains are the boss battles, 6 long levels (around ten minutes long) and locked at 30FPS. In addition, I did not like the boss battles. They may be advance during their time, but I found them ambiguous to beat.

However, eventually, you will want to try again and again to beat your scores. NiGHTS has that feeling like playing a Sonic game.

It comes with bonus features like the SEGA Saturn version and a remastered christmas theme of Spring Valley.

Overall, if you see this game on sale, its a must purchase game. You will love it!

My steam friends comments on game:

"I really like it actually. I usually dig Sega games, and this one came through. It's very unique! Loved it!"

I STILL LOVE THIS GAME TODAY. :D