- Grimrunner Tales - Sentinel - 4 August 2026
We admit, we are rather fascinated by humankind. In all your tedium and mundanity, no two lives are ever quite the same. Perhaps you are destined for greatness. Perhaps cursed by mediocrity. Either way, you are inevitably tossed about by the hands of fate. And you are so very fun to watch.Jordan “Hawk” N’kosi is a particularly entertaining example. It makes sense, we suppose. You don’t become a Grimrunner by being ordinary.He isn’t the loudest among them, nor the most vicious. He doesn’t seem especially enamoured with glorious bloodshed, nor particularly seduced by the occult. It might be rather disappointing in other circumstances. Yet, somehow, he more than captures our interest.Perhaps it’s the watchful eyes, or the deadly precision of his strikes. Perhaps it’s his military acumen or the nauseating devotion to kindness beneath. Perhaps it’s simply that he’s quite a looker, isn’t he?…
- Grimrunner Tales - Human Rites - 21 July 2026
Every Grimrunner has their own reasons for walking into the dark.Some are simply here for coin. Vulgar, we know, but refreshingly honest. Others chase power, revenge, redemption, knowledge… Any number of darling little delusions, really. Such noble words to justify obsession.But that’s what makes it so charming, isn’t it? For every Grimrunner, there is a tale of woe. And no two lives are ruined in quite the same way.Take Marcus Wickham: once a preacher and pacifist. A man convinced—and do try not to laugh—that no soul lay beyond redemption. Then one little scuffle with the dark forced to revise his theology. Terribly inconvenient, isn’t it, when a monster rips apart what you love?Now forgiveness has been replaced by a truly industrious appetite for revenge. He insists he no longer puts stock in the old creeds, despite wearing their symbols so openly on his coat. After all, mercy becomes…
- Grimrunner Tales - The Hayashi Case - 7 July 2026
Let us take a moment to appreciate the exquisite arrogance of the waking mind. All those sturdy little thoughts and sensible memories. All those charming little lies you tell yourself so your ego doesn’t wither. Adorable, really.Small wonder the Nameless have taken an interest.They come from beyond the outermost door, from that grand dark cradle where worlds are dreamt and devoured. Lesser offspring of much greater horrors, really, though that is rather like calling a shark lesser because it cannot swallow the ocean. The Nameless slip easily through the cracks in dimensions, breeding in the hollows between madness and reality. Their corruption twists once-familiar places into horrific realms where space folds in on itself and every angle becomes impossible. And do rest assured, your meager human perception will find it quite difficult to survive.Though they do not create worlds in the p…
- Grimrunner Tales - Bitter Fruit - 16 June 2026
Let us make something quite clear: we positively adore witches. Any occult practitioner, really, regardless of tradition, lineage, or method, walks a path worthy of dignity. It is delightfully audacious when mortals attempt to harness the powers of the beyond. But those are human practitioners, my darling killers. Today, we are discussing something far less seemly. Make no mistake, Seers are not witches. They are not human at all, though they will try to convince you otherwise. From a distance, you might say they are a distortion of your kind, though one left far too long in the dark. Step closer, and you may notice the costume is their flesh. Spawn of a severed god, born from rot, root, and shadow, they wear humanity like a mask and feed upon suffering. Each “individual” Seer is merely part of a greater whole—a vast, conscious mass of Gloom that spreads beneath the soil like a black ro…
- Inside Nightholme - 9 June 2026
Hello everyone,Today, we wanted to share something a little different.This video offers a closer look at the creative foundation behind Nightholme and the ideas continuing to shape its development. We discuss horror as reflection, transformation as both power and sacrifice, and the way narrative, art, music, and design work together to build the world of Wraithford.More than anything, this project exists because of a remarkable team willing to approach games as more than entertainment. Our hope is for Nightholme to feel like a place capable of provoking emotion, curiosity, and introspection.This is also a more personal glimpse into the philosophy behind the game and the people building it.We hope you enjoy the video, and we would genuinely love to hear what resonated with you most.Come talk with us on Discord. Share your ideas, give feedback, and connect with other players.Discord: http…
- 50,000 Wishlists on Steam - 5 June 2026
50,000 Wishlists on Steam. Well…That’s an interesting number. For a project that began as an idea, a few sketches, and a team stubborn enough to believe in a city full of monsters, mysteries, and questionable life choices, this milestone means a great deal. More importantly, it wouldn’t exist without all of you, Grimrunners. Whether you’ve been here since the first reveal, joined us more recently, shared feedback, theorized about the world of Nightholme, or simply lurked quietly in the shadows, you’ve helped shape this community into something really special. Don’t forget to share Nightholme with a friend; maybe they will also enjoy making terrible decisions in dark places.Thank you for believing in Nightholme.Come talk with us on on Discord. Share your ideas, give feedback, and connect with other players.Discord:https://discord.com/invite/nightholmeStay vigilant, Grimrunners,— Studio E…
- Grimrunner Tales - Apex Predator - 2 June 2026
There are certain shortcomings inherent in the human form. Such soft little hands and dull little teeth, and that precious upright posture you’re all so proud of. A miracle you survived long enough to invent paperwork.Still, you have your minds, don’t you? Strategy, memory, reason…Surely these compensate for such depressingly mediocre strength, speed, and senses. You are, after all, the planet’s apex civilization. Or so the books say.But what if something else is out there? Something with a mind as sharp as yours, and claws much, much sharper.Yes, darling. The Voorbeast. A fascinating specimen. Certainly not human, but not simply a monster either. You might, in fact, call it a curse. One wrought by the old gods and spread in blood, each new victim dragged further from the first design. The pinnacle of Voorbeast evolution is pure, unbound rage. A natural disaster in the skin of a hundred…
- Your Voice Can Save You. Or Betray You. - 26 May 2026
Hello Grimrunners,Today, we’re finally ready to talk about a feature that can mean the difference between life and death in Nightholme: your voice.Your Voice Can Save You. It Can Also Give You Away.Most multiplayer games treat voice chat as a utility. In Nightholme, we want it to feel like part of survival itself.So today, we’re giving you a first look at our proximity-based voice communication system, and how we’re designing it to create tension, uncertainty, and unforgettable moments in the fog-covered streets of Wraithford.Stay Close. Speak Carefully.In Nightholme, voice exists in the world.You don’t speak safely across the map. If you can hear someone, it means they are physically close enough to you. If your friends move too far away, their voices fade. Keep going, and they may not hear you at all.That changes everything.Stay close, and you can coordinate.Split up, and you lose cer…
- Grimrunner Tales - Pulling Silk - 19 May 2026
Most Grimrunners never ask where the contracts come from. Sensible, really. You take the money, kill the horror, and try to ignore the nightmares that come after.Now and then, however, one of you curious little darlings starts tugging at loose threads. It’s a well-established fact that something larger lurks behind the tidy face of Brineheart Solutions, after all. Terribly difficult to keep anything secret nowadays. But inevitably, someone starts to wonder how deep that rabbit hole really goes. And what is the shape of the thing at the bottom?So gather your little clues. We encourage it. A sigil here, a case file there. Grimoire pages clutched in a tattooed hand. Note it all down, and form your theories about the organization behind it. Does it write the tomes and hold the keys? Does it have its hand upon a sleeping power, waiting to wield it? Or is it all nothing but smoke?A charming i…
- Grimrunner Tales - Fishermen’s Rock - 6 May 2026
Ah, dear, sweet Wraithford. A quaint little harbor town perched upon the gray New England coast. Stroll through the fog along weathered docks and rotted pilings. Tour the magnificent railway station, a symbol of the region’s growth and prosperity. Gaze upon the tall black spire on the hill, which no one built and no one can reach. Peer into the vast chasm swallowing the road, or visit the historic downtown district for a day of shopping. Wraithford is proud of its history. It is very committed to the idea that nothing important has ever happened here. But secrets have a way of surfacing like drowned bones. We heartily encourage you to pry up each one. And if you are very unlucky, you may find your way below it all, beneath harbor mud and old graves, where something vast and patient still sleeps with one eye open.In a town with this much charm, you may never want to leave. Wraithford, fo…
- Grimrunner Tales - Another Run, Another Ledger - 18 April 2026
If you intend to profit from your time in Nightholme, sooner or later you’ll have to make a deal. When that moment comes, Brineheart will be waiting.Contracts and tonics, Nocturn and Bindling parts. Every civilized necessity for the discerning Grimrunner looking to survive the night. Brineheart keeps your work steady and your inventory stocked, all at competitive rates. And should they seem a touch too interested in what comes back from the field… well, discretion is such a useful quality in business. And they do pay well for it.Naturally, Brineheart is not the only door open to you. For more esoteric appetites, the Whisper Well, should you feel inclined to ask the Void a favor. Just be certain you’re prepared when collection comes due. And for those who prefer their commerce bloody and raw, the Butcher is always waiting. He adores a worthy sacrifice. Especially when it hurts.We recomme…
- New Nightholme Gameplay Trailer Revealed - 17 April 2026
Hey everyone, Pedro here.We’ve just dropped a new gameplay trailer for Nightholme.It’s pulled straight from our current pre-alpha build and gives you a glimpse of how a match unfolds, from the descent into the city to the moment things start going wrong. You’ll get a look at some of the creatures roaming Wraithford, the risks waiting in the dark, and a few of the decisions you’ll probably regret making.Quick disclaimer: this is still very much work in progress. Systems may change, features will evolve, and the horrors are unlikely to get smaller.Have a look and let us know what you think in the comments. The feedback genuinely helps.If you want to stay close to the game, follow us here on Steam, join the Discord, or sign up for the closed beta.Go watch it.— Pedro, Community Manager
- Grimrunner Tales - Going Over - 31 March 2026
In Nightholme, you will not merely hunt monsters. You’ll make the aggressively optimistic decision to assume their forms. Surely nothing can go wrong there.Before you so much as set foot in the city, you’ll select a formulation of the Nocturn serum, determining which Grimspawn you’ll be channeling for the evening. Do try to let wisdom guide you. The ensuing transformation is not simply cosmetic, despite humanity’s endless talent for horrifying makeovers.Each Grimspawn has its own strengths, its own weaknesses, and its own… appetites. Given that you’ll be informed of which Gloomfiend rules over the city, the more calculating among you may attempt to tilt the odds with a well-matched form. Coordinate with teammates. Seek out whatever synergies you lone-wolf types so love to swear on. It’s all very industrious. And sometimes, against all reason, it even works.Choose well, and you may stagg…
- Grimrunner Tales - Going Cheap - 17 March 2026
Power whispers such charming lies. You deserve it, don’t you? You’re different. You’re special. And the price is so small. A memory here, a bit of mercy there. Hardly anything at all.Oh, how eagerly you agree.As a Grimrunner, you survive through caution, awareness, and timing. As a Grimspawn, you gain terrible strength and a presence no one can ignore. It feels magnificent. For one bright moment, the world bends at your fingertips, and you are more than you were.But here in Nightholme, payment always comes due.Every transformation consumes Sanity. The more power you take, the less stable the world becomes. As a Grimspawn, your actions are louder, more visible, drawing enemies and rival hunters straight to your door. Meanwhile, you’ll be dealing with the charming little side effects of madness. A voice where none exists, laughter in an empty alley. A monster bearing down on you, only to…
- Grimrunner Tales - Tithe - 10 March 2026
Ah, the coveted Terror Seed.The distilled essence of an eldritch abomination. A living remnant torn from something that once believed itself immortal.Some might insist humans have no business holding such profane power.But in Nightholme, business is precisely the point.These are not trophies, nor simple “loot.” Each Terror Seed is a conquered will, compressed into something you can carry… if you survive extraction. And do try. Others will be watching. Rare bosses birth rare prizes, and rarity breeds envy.Trade it. Shape your build with it. Rewrite your limits.After all, what is power if not the audacity to hold what was never meant for you?Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/nightholme TitheHell of a night. Going solo, you always have to calculate it. Risk versus reward. I came prepared, and the run went clean. By the time I laid the Gloomhearts on the altar, I…
- Grimrunner Tales - Room With A View - 3 March 2026
There are a thousand reasons to suspect a Grimspawn is nearby. Mysterious deaths. Missing limbs. Shapes in the stone that make your eyes bleed. All of them dramatic. None of them concrete.If you really want to be sure, look for the Gloom.Gloom is the creeping rot Grimspawn spread about your delightful little world. A physical substance, yes. Dark and malignant and growing.It seeps in through black fissures in reality, collecting in ruins and abandoned places. Depending on the creature, its rules and appearance can vary drastically. Signatures of the species, really. We simply group them all under the name Gloom for the sake of efficiency. You’re welcome to propose an alternative. We will, of course, ignore you.Despite appearances, Gloom is not merely a passive byproduct. Gloom is aware. It perceives through the spaces it occupies, through embedded eyes or repurposed tissue. Through its…
- Grimrunner Tales - Bottoms Up - 17 February 2026
There’s that old saying, “Those who fight monsters become them.” In Nightholme, we take that quite literally. It’s the price of admission, really. You can’t stroll into Grimspawn territory wearing soft, chewable human skin and expect to keep it.But fear not, darlings. That’s what Nocturn is for. Just after you drink, you’ll feel yourself change. The archetype you choose will peek through, adapting your puny body to conditions it wouldn’t otherwise survive. You’ll be reshaped just enough to meet the real monsters on their terms and stand a fighting chance. A small one, perhaps, but fighting nonetheless. We do so admire that indomitable human spirit.So go on. Drink deep. Sprout claws and teeth and oozing tentacles. And when the time is right, push a little further and see what being a Grimspawn really feels like.The cost? Oh, don’t trouble yourself with that. We’ve found Nocturn works bes…
- Grimrunner Tales - Learning Curve - 10 February 2026
In Nightholme, survival is not always earned through confrontation. Sometimes it’s earned through restraint: knowing when to disappear, when to wait, and when to move without being seen. The world offers more than open combat. Deep shadows swallow movement, foliage breaks the sight, and spaces are designed for disappearance as much as for confrontation. Stepping out of danger is not avoidance, it’s a skill that is rewarded, where patience and timing matter as much as aggression. Between pursuit and escape lies a delicate balance. Some thrive in the cracks of the battlefield, reading opponents, and applying the best strategy with the knowledge gained. This approach is not a weakness, it’s a mastery. Yet even in control, there is tension, a touch of fear as the mind anticipates threats and misreads shadows… The city feels alive, despite being surrounded by the dead.Join the conversation o…
- Grimrunner Tales - Meathook Instinct - 4 February 2026
In Nightholme, survival doesn’t always mean hiding in the dark. Some embrace the path of the hunter: pressuring opponents, controlling space, and turning the chase into a weapon. Caution gives way to pursuit, and the hunt becomes sustenance. Every step forward sharpens instinct, every confrontation fuels momentum. Aggression and relentless pressure can shape the way of playing, where dominance comes not from shadows and silence, but from seizing the initiative and maintaining control. The thrill of the hunt becomes a driving force, shaping decisions and actions at every turn. Yet survival takes many forms, Both stealth and aggression are tools to wield, and the choice depends on the moment, the environment, and one’s own approach. We hope you like it.Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/nightholme Meathook InstinctThis place is alive like the outside world isn’t.…
- Grimrunner Tales - Hour of Madness - 21 January 2026
This week’s focus is: How a game sessions unfolds.A session in Nightholme begins with a moment of preparation. Players gather items, make choices, and ready themselves for what lies ahead. They then step into a hostile world that demands cooperation and risk. Each Grimrunner must shoulder the dark burden of transforming into the very thing they hunt. Different archetypes offer distinct forms and play styles, and every action drives the session towards a confrontation with a monstrous Gloomfield. The risks are high, but the rewards are too, and may carry far beyond a single play session.Now for the short horror story... We hope that you enjoy it.Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/nightholmeHour of MadnessThree of us wait at the threshold, weighing the darkness ahead. I trust my companions. Occultists, assassins, ground down in crowded tombs and abandoned asylums…
