Nihilist Simulator

Nihilist Simulator

hyperboreanGames · December 11, 2017 · Simulation, Violent, Adventure, Indie, Casual

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Nihilist Simulator price by region

Nihilist Simulator costs $1.39 in Georgia (USD), £1.79 in the United Kingdom, $1.99 in the United States, €2.09 in Europe (EUR), CA$2.39 in Canada, A$2.80 in Australia, NZ$3.19 in New Zealand, R$7.95 in Brazil and zł8.35 in Poland right now.

Cheapest Nihilist Simulator offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
Georgia (USD) $1.39 $1.39 — 1
United Kingdom £1.79 £1.79 — 1
United Statesyour region $1.99 $1.99 — 1
Europe (EUR) €2.09 €2.09 — 1
Canada CA$2.39 CA$2.39 — 1
Australia A$2.80 A$2.80 — 1
New Zealand NZ$3.19 NZ$3.19 — 1
Brazil R$7.95 R$7.95 — 1
Poland zł8.35 zł8.35 — 1

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About Nihilist Simulator

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Nihilist Simulator is a darkly comedic collection of casual mini-games centered around increasingly absurd methods of self-harm in a randomly generated world. It features multiple gameplay modes like "Unsurvival," where you scavenge for items to interact with environmental hazards, alongside quirky challenges that blend gallows humor with exploration.

A game where your only goal is to die - Just like in real life!

Nihilist Simulator — game info

Platforms
Windows
Player modes
Single-player
Controller
Full controller support
PC Game Pass
Not included

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What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

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Nihilist Simulator is a deliberately absurd indie game that uses dark humor and existential commentary to satirize traditional gaming goals, replacing progress with creative self-destruction. Players praise its quick playtime, genuinely funny dialogue, fitting soundtrack, and cheap price point, though some note it's more of an interactive experience than a traditional game. The main criticisms center on its minimalist presentation, controversial themes, and philosophical inconsistencies that may limit its appeal beyond players seeking niche, provocative experiences.

Not recommended Jan 31, 2026
perfect depiction of my mental state during my undergrad studies [strike] (♥♥♥♥ hegel) [/strike]
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Recommended Oct 19, 2025
Nihilist Simulator, developed by hyperboreanGames and published by Back To Basics Gaming, is one of those small, eccentric indie titles that immediately stands out for its absurd premise. It invites the player into a world where the traditional idea of winning is completely discarded, and the only goal is to die in as many creative ways as possible. It’s a satirical experiment that blurs the line between dark humor and existential commentary, wrapped in a low-budget, intentionally crude presentation. Beneath its surface-level absurdity lies a kind of meta reflection on gaming itself—how most games reward progress, survival, and victory, while this one celebrates futility, self-destruction, and meaninglessness. The game introduces its concept without any pretense. Players are dropped into simple, low-poly environments and given control over a character whose purpose is purely to seek out their own demise. The gameplay consists of navigating different spaces, interacting with hazards, and experimenting with physics to discover new and often ridiculous ways to die. One mode allows you to harm yourself through a variety of tools and situations, while another challenges you to hang you…
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Recommended May 15, 2026
well i downloaded this Nihilist Simulator last night at 3am instead of sleeping again. figured why the ♥♥♥♥ not, everything is pointless anyway. game is literally you sitting in a dark room, clicking on stuff, reading depressing texts about how nothing matters, your life is empty, achievements are fake, etc. sometimes you go outside, get hit by a car or talk to a girl who instantly ghosts you. pretty accurate tbh. the humor is black as my soul. some lines genuinely made me exhale through my nose. the soundtrack is just sad rain and low piano, which fits perfectly. i beat it in one sitting (like 40 minutes) while eating cold pizza and feeling nothing. its not really a game tho. more like an interactive ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ about existence. after finishing it i just stared at the wall for 10 minutes and then opened cs2 to die to russians like usual. nothing changed. would i recommend? idk man. if youre a depressed 27 year old virgin who already knows life is meaningless — you’ll probably relate and get a couple dark chuckles. if you want actual gameplay go play something else. existence is pain but at least this one was free on sale. whatever.
Recommended May 9, 2026
Short simple fun little game with dark humor themes. Similar to the other games the Dev has created like "Feminazi: The Triggering". Like the other games. Instructions are minimal and you will need to figure it out. I paid only half a buck for this and many other games when they were on sale with the bundle discount. Defiantly worth it for the on sale price.
Recommended May 1, 2026
Weird but interesting concept with simple gameplay, dark humor, and unique ideas that make it fun for short sessions.
Not recommended Jan 12, 2026
First of all, Nietzsche wasnt nihilist. And why we always suicide? This game not good, but can buy for schopenhauer background.

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