N.O.X.
by LuminDrive · 6 Nov, 2025
35 downloads
About the Game
N.O.X. puts you in the role of a supernatural investigator. Alone or with friends, you’ll search for clues, identify the spirit, and carry out the ritual needed to send it back. The game is built around replayability, with randomised maps, shifting conditions, and entities that never behave the same way twice.

Each investigation requires you to collect three pieces of evidence from a pool of seven. You’ll rely on devices like spirit boxes, EMF readers, and thermal scanners, but equipment doesn’t last forever. Batteries run out, tools fail, and you’ll need to adapt on the spot. Many tools come in different forms, letting you choose the approach that fits your style.
7 Types of Evidence - From invisible handprints and temperature fluctuations to eerie whispers from the other side, each piece of evidence helps reveal the entity you're facing.
Batteries have a Lifespan - Some tools rely on energy, and batteries can die unexpectedly. Always keep an eye on power levels and swap out equipment before you find yourself in a dangerous situation.
Tool Variations - Certain tools come in multiple forms. Choosing the right tool for the situation and your playstyle will make your investigation more efficient.

There are more than twenty types of spirits, each with its own abilities. Some prefer to stalk you slowly, others attack without hesitation, and some can possess your teammates. When that happens, trust inside the group quickly breaks down.

Once the spirit is identified, you’ll need to drive it out. Over ten different rituals exist, each tied to specific weaknesses. Picking the wrong ritual will only strengthen and intensify the ghost's power and aggression.
Over 20 Unique Spirits - Each ghost is unique and requires a different approach to banish.
10+ Exorcism Methods - Each type of spirit requires a unique ritual to be banished. Some may require special incantations, while others demand the burning of cursed objects.
Be Careful with Your Choices! - If you perform the wrong ritual, the spirit might grow angry and hunt you down.

Every run feels different. House layouts, hiding places, and evidence spots change each time you enter. Randomised conditions and character afflictions keep you guessing, and failed missions leave lasting consequences that shape your next investigation.

The game uses 3D scans of real haunted places to create locations that feel unsettling and authentic. Combined with Unreal Engine 5 lighting, sound, and detail, every investigation feels like you’ve truly stepped into somewhere you shouldn’t be.
To ensure endless challenges, the game features a random map and house layout system, so every time you step into a haunted location, the experience will be different.
Changing Locations Every Time - The structure, room layout, evidence positions, and hiding spots will never be the same, forcing you to adapt with each encounter.
Real-Life Haunted Locations - Experience the haunting atmosphere of real-life haunted places, recreated through 3D scanning technology for an authentic and terrifying experience.
Stunning Graphics and Sound with Unreal Engine 5 - Powered by cutting-edge graphics technology, the game delivers sharp details, realistic lighting and shadows, and chilling soundscapes that make you feel like you're truly in a haunted place.
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Version Information
Steam Patch Notes
Official update history
Greetings Investigators!
Introduced Tier 2 Utility Tools, providing more tactical options for your investigations. We've deployed a new patch to address community feedback:
Tools
New Tools – Utility Type 2:
Flashlight
Provides illumination even when not held in hand, allowing for hands-free environmental lighting.
Light Source Tool
Emits a specialized light that can force entities to manifest while the device is active.
Sanity Restorer
Releases a calming effect that restores Sanity to all operators within a large area of effect (AoE).
Defensive Tool
Provides a localized zone of protection against entities at its deployed location.
Sensor Tools
Upgraded with high-versatility mounts, allowing them to be placed anywhere on the ground.
Path Marker
Enhanced visibility; these markers can now be clearly seen even in total darkness.
Body Bag / Bed
Allows for the immediate retrieval of deceased remains on-site, eliminating the need to transport them back to the tent.
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Hello Investigators! We've pushed a new update for N.O.X.
Patch 0.2.1 Patch Notes
Main Case
Added the unique ghost model for Velvet Rose Inn.
Bug Fixes
Fixed the Recruit UI where Tattoo information was displayed incorrectly.
Fixed the Relic Machine UI.
Fixed the Ghost Journal UI information.
Fixed the Tattoo Log information display.
Fixed the Relic Log information display.
Optimized FPS for the Tool Shop UI.
Optimized FPS for the Setup Tool UI.
Optimized FPS for the Relic Machine UI.
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A Massive Step Forward
This update brings new maps, new tools, new tattoos, reworked mechanics, and big improvements to case sharing and evidence handling. Whether you're diving in solo or tackling hunts with friends.
Version 0.2.0 should feel sharper, clearer, and a lot more replayable.
Thanks for all the support and feedback.
Patch Notes 0.2.0:
Bible
Added a setting that lets players type text instead of using voice input.
Spirit Box
Added a setting that allows players to use a Chat Wheel instead of voice input.
Hidden Quest
Hidden quests have been improved to be more challenging and clearer.
Side Case
Added a Case (Seed) sharing system so players can play the exact same case together.
Players can now choose the difficulty level for each case.
Fireplace
Fully reworked fireplace interactions and all fire-based exorcisms.
The fireplace now holds up to three items at once. Adding more items weakens the fire, increasing burn time.
Main Case
New Main Case Velvet Rose Inn
Adjusted Abandoned Museum map difficulty from Beginner to Intermediate.
Niwarn
New Location: The Abandoned Suburban Hospital
New Location: The Abandoned Entertainment Venue
Tattoo
New Tattoos:
The Sun
The Moon
The Star
Tools
New Tools – Evidence Type 2:
EMF
Thermometer
Ultraviolet Light
Ghost Book
Spirit Box
Voice Recorder
Motion Detect Camera
Bug Fix
Fixed an issue where players could walk through walls in Investigate Mode.
Fixed an issue where players could spawn outside the map in Niwarn.
Fixed incorrect animation playback while using ignition tools.
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Greetings Investigators!
We've deployed a new patch to address community feedback:
Gameplay & Systems
Added toggle option for crouching.
Added product quantity and price display in the shop.
Reduced the chance of incorrect breaker switching
Temporary disable Thunderstorm weather.
Updated instructions for the exorcism process.
Temporary disable employee movement in the Lobby.
Bug Fix
Fixed an issue where unlocked keys in the Main Case behaved incorrectly after re-entering the area.
Fixed Main Case events not functioning correctly after re-entering.
Fixed keypad interaction not displaying correctly.
Fixed players getting inside the tool storage tent by collision.
Fixed client inability to move after briefing.
Fixed blocked movement in some areas during ghost hunts in Niwarn map.
Removed problematic furniture pieces in Niwarn.
Fixed reinforcement causing player movement lock.
Fixed self in-game microphone and lobby microphone not syncing.
Fixed players getting possessed when attempting to collect coins after exorcism.
Fixed fireplaces not spawning inside houses.
Fixed tools causing state freeze when used during possession.
Fixed furniture spawning in doorways.
Fixed client camera height increasing unexpectedly.
Fixed FPS drop when switching candle and matchstick in the inventory.
Fixed recruited employees sinking into the lobby floor.
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Greetings Investigators!
Bug Fix
Removed the unused “Niwarn” map from the game.
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Greetings Investigators!
We've deployed a new patch to address community feedback:
General
Adjusted the spawn rate of electrical components inside houses according to the difficulty level of the case.
Adjusted case distribution for new players. In Amateur Mode, players will now encounter abandoned houses with functional fuse boxes. The frequency of abandoned houses has also been rebalanced across difficulty levels.
Cats
Reworked cat navigation. The cat now reliably leads players to the target item, ensuring it reaches the destination.
The team noticed that our little cat was not guiding players effectively. The cat’s navigation has been reworked to run ahead and lead players to items. Items within range now emit a glow for better visibility.
Tools
EMF
Added the ability to detect Level 5 EMF evidence when using the EMF Reader.
Improved EMF Reader performance. It can now detect ghosts with EMF Level 5 evidence when they pass near a player holding and activating the device.
Motion Camera
Improved the visual feedback when collecting evidence using the Motion Camera.
The Motion Camera can no longer be used while the ghost is actively hunting.
Improved evidence detection clarity. Ghosts without evidence will no longer appear on the camera, even during hunts.
Voice Recorder
Added descriptions explaining how to gather evidence using this tool.
Dowsing
Improved the detection system for cursed objects.
The Dowsing tool now vibrates when a cursed object is in the same room as the player.
When the player aims the Dowsing tool at the cursed object, it emits a glowing effect to confirm detection.
Based on feedback that cursed objects were difficult to locate, the detection system has been updated. When a cursed object is within the same room as the player, the device emits a light vibration. If the player aims at the object, the tool vibrates more strongly and glows to confirm detection.
Imprison Camera
Reduced the camera focus time for faster operation.
After adjusting ghost movement speed, the Spirit Camera has been made easier to use. The camera’s focus time has been reduced for quicker operation.
Crucifix
Improved the visual feedback when using the Crucifix.
The Crucifix now creates a protective radius around the user, though it is not as effective as directly aiming at the ghost.
During ghost hunts, surviving with the Crucifix was still difficult. It now generates a protective radius around the user, affecting nearby ghosts to a certain degree. The visual indicator for remaining Crucifix energy has also been improved.
Crowbar
Crowbar has been removed from the free tools in the tent.
Crowbar is now a locked tool, unlockable at level 14.
Crowbar can be purchased from the in-game shop for $50.
The team noticed that crowbars placed in the tent did not clearly communicate to players that they could be used. Crowbars have now been added to the purchase and loadout system, ensuring players understand they can use them during cases.
Function: Players can use the crowbar to break a locked door (except the main house door).
Fuse
Fuse is now a locked tool, unlockable at level 18.
Fuse can be purchased from the in-game shop for $25.
Fuse have now been added to the purchase and loadout system, which can be placed into fuse boxes to restore power to abandoned houses that have a fuse box but no fuse installed.
Bloodstain
Bloodstains now persist indefinitely but are limited to a maximum of 10 spots.
Players often found bloodstains before being ready to perform exorcisms, and returning later they had disappeared. Bloodstains will now persist, though the total number is limited.
Evidence Indicator
Added a system to display evidence locations for players in Beginner difficulty, helping them easily identify discovered evidence.
Added a visual indicator system in Amateur Mode. When players find evidence, a marker shows its location clearly.
Ghost
Added a Haunting Level system
Adjusted ghost difficulty. Ghosts’ abilities now scale according to their Haunting Level to provide a smoother experience for new players. The amount of obtainable evidence has also been increased in Beginner Mode.
Ancient Coin
Added a system where players can receive Ancient Coins after successfully exorcising a ghost.
Obtaining Ancient Coins was previously too difficult. The requirement to exorcise ghosts before earning Ancient Coins has been removed. Players now receive Ancient Coins based on the ghost’s Haunting Level after a successful exorcism.
Recruit
Adjusted employee name randomization to better match gender.
Bug Fix
Fixed ghost lighting not being hidden at the start of the game.
Reduced volume when encountering other players.
Fixed incorrect display of Ancient Coin count on the display cabinet.
Fixed fireplace appearing outside of the house.
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Greetings Investigators!
We've deployed a new patch to address community feedback:
Gameplay & Systems
Added a description for the Lost Tools System.
Adjusted Niwarn to appear after reaching Level 5.
Bug Fixes
Removed digital camera furniture due to confusion with usable tools.
Fixed visual burn effects on employees.
Fixed the ghost possession exit animation that incorrectly appeared outside the house.
Fixed a visual issue with the lantern when hand.
Fixed a crash issue affecting AMD GPU users.
Improved performance after using relic.
Improved lobby performance.
Improved performance optimization for the Main Case.
Improved thunderstorm weather performance in Side Cases.
Optimized ghost behavior performance.
Improved Ray Tracing performance.
Fixed floating furniture placement inside houses.
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Greetings Investigators!
We're so proud to announce that N.O.X is out in Early access!
With that, we've deployed a fresh patch to address community feedback:
Gameplay & Systems
Added a skip narration feature for Rosalind.
Added a minimum level requirement for playing the Main Case.
Adjusted the layout of the Upgrade, Unlock, and Recruit menus.
Bug Fix
Improved performance optimization for Main Case stages.
Fixed an issue where players could not read story documents.
Fixed a fatal error occurring when entering the game
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Greetings Investigators!
We're so proud to announce that N.O.X is out in Early access!
With that, we've deployed a fresh patch to address community feedback:
Version 0.1.0 Early Access Patch Notes
Main Case Chapter 1
Added Main Case Chapter 1 and the Investigation Board, allowing players to follow the main storyline.
Lobby
The case briefing room has been redesigned with a new layout and includes a case selection interface.
Added Officer Rosalind, helping guide players through their duties.
Added a collectible vinyl record system — players can collect and play music in their personal room.
Tools
Added Lantern - given free to all difficulties that last for 20 minutes after game start.
Added Luminol Scanner - used to detect blood stains during exorcism rituals.
Added Fuse - used to activate the Fuse Box.
Balance
Adjusted Ultraviolet - can no longer detect blood stains.
Added stamina bar
Increased max stamina/stamina regeneration rate
Reduced screen brightness on the Photo Camera.
Reduced screen brightness on the Motion Detect Camera.
Adjust the number of ghost types based on the difficulty level.
Ghost System
Reworked the ghost movement speed bonus calculation.
The ghost will gradually increase speed when a player is within its line of sight and slow down when the player is out of sight.
After being seen for 0–10 seconds, the speed gradually increases
After being seen for 10–20 seconds, the speed dramatically increases
Gameplay & Systems
Added gameplay guide on Amateur difficulty.
Added shortcut for equip relic/tattoo with key 4/5 in lobby.
Added loadout board at the lobby’s lift.
Loadout setup required before entering the game.
Added cat tutorial.
Added the house entrance’s indicator in Side Case.
Upgrade System
Players can now upgrade various facilities, including increasing staff capacity, storage slots, and more.
Unlock System
Players can unlock new types of tools, making it possible to purchase and prepare them before entering a case — no need to search for them inside houses anymore.
Added character outfit customization.
Added a deletion confirmation prompt when removing a case.
Input Controller
Changed tool activation/deactivation to Toggle mode.
Character & Animation
Added animation of the ghost being expelled from a staff member’s body when using a Relic.
New Content
Increase Recruit Slot: Added more staff recruitment slots.
Increase Case Slot: Added more available case selection slots.
Add More Relics: Added 5 new relics.
Add More Tattoos: Added 8 new tattoos.
Add Theme House: Added 6 new house themes.
Add Model House: Added 6 new house models.
Add New Ghost Types: Added 18 new types of ghosts.
Add New Banish Methods: Added 8 new exorcism methods.
Added 38 new achievements with collectible trophies displayed in the player’s room.
Added 5 new Niwarn stages.
Bug Fix
Fixed an issue where the knife model was invisible during suicide animations.
Fixed a bug where ghosts would freeze if a possessed player was shot and killed by another player.
Fixed overlapping visuals when pressing the ESC and Tab keys simultaneously.
Fixed an issue where controller settings could not remap mouse buttons and required a full reset.
Fixed an issue causing Niwarn clients to freeze on the case loading screen.
Fixed a bug where ghosts possessing a player would stand still and not move.
Fixed missing animation when selecting employees.
Fixed the missing open/close sound for the Thermometer on the client side.
Fixed missing sound effects for Ultraviolet on the client side.
Fixed Frame Rate Limit settings are not applying correctly.
Fixed the R key not functioning to reset settings in the Options menu.
Fixed visual issues with house key rendering.
Fixed missing sound from objects when dropped on the floor.
Fixed the missing van engine sound when loading into a case.
Fixed tents that players could unintentionally climb onto.
Fixed the Resolution setting that could not be adjusted.
Fixed the incorrect texture on the camera furniture.
Fixed incorrect visual display when a client carries an employee’s corpse.
Fixed incorrect visual when crouching with the Motion Detect Camera equipped.
Fixed a visual issue with the Photo Camera while being possessed.
Fixed the Tutorial Crucifix possession issue that prevented player movement.
Fixed Tutorial Sanity issue where using sanity pills did not increase sanity.
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