NeverAwake

Neotro Inc. · Phoenixx Inc.

Released: Sep 28, 2022
Platforms
Last updated: 13 Sep 2026, 12:59 GMT

Updates & announcements

19 posts

24 Dec 2025Developer post
[Announcement] Music Collaboration with "Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story"!
We are excited to announce a music collaboration with "Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story," the hit productivity ADV where you can focus on your work alongside an imaginative girl who loves writing novels! "Sleeping Bloom," the main theme of "NeverAwake" and "NeverAwake FLASHBACK," has
10 Dec 2025Developer post
NeverAwake Ver 1.2.3
Fixed minor bugs.
10 Dec 2025Developer post
NeverAwake FLASHBACK launches today!
The wait is finally over! NeverAwake FLASHBACK, featuring an epilogue story to NeverAwake, launches today! This title combines the original NeverAwake system with roguelite elements, designed for quick and replayable fun. With selectable difficulty levels, players ranging from be
08 Jul 2025Developer post
"NeverAwake FLASHBACK," a post-story sequel, is coming in 2025!
It's been a very long time! Everyone, are you enjoying your lovely nightmares today as well? New info on "NeverAwake FLASHBACK"! Originally, it started as a DLC featuring a new mode designed for short, arcade-style shooting challenges. However, as development progressed, the team
06 Apr 2024Developer post
DLC "NeverAwake FLASH BACK" will be released this summer!
We hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today😈 For those of you who have been enjoying "NeverAwake" a lot, we'd like to share with you something that we've been wanting to tell you for a long time! ■The DLC that expands the nightmare world of "NeverAwake" is finally coming th
05 Apr 2024Developer post
Will appear at "Shooters Fes 2024"! Stay tuned for the latest news!
We hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today😈 We are pleased to announce that "NeverAwake" will also be appearing at the "Shooters Fes 2024," an online event that will be held from April 6 to April 7, where related devs will come together to promote the shooting game communi
08 Dec 2023Developer post
【Tips】How to access the ROLLING SWITCH mode
I hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today! "Rolling Switch" has been secretly shown at various real events, In fact, you can play it on your own as long as you have the Steam version and a controller. . The method is simple! Just run the Steam version with the following par
I hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today!
"Rolling Switch" has been secretly shown at various real events,
In fact, you can play it on your own as long as you have the Steam version and a controller.
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The method is simple!
Just run the Steam version with the following parameters!
NeverAwake.exe -enable-rolling-switch
Now you have the following specifications.

so that moving the mouse left or right will cause LEM to roll.
make auto-shot.
decision-button/weapon-firing consolidated into the A button
▽Reference
https://twitter.com/saddy575/status/1727701615636074521
* It is convenient to create a shortcut as shown in the image below.
Inside the arcade controller used in various exhibitions,
It looks like it has a mouse board in addition to the regular arcade controller board, he said.
Preparing the controller is a hurdle, though,
We hope you will find your own way to enjoy "NeverAwake" by using various controllers.
So, continue to have a good nightmare!!!
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28 Jun 2023Developer post
Major Update 1.2.2 is now available!
I hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today! Thanks for your patience! Major Update is available today! The 👀 highlight👀 this time is a collaboration with a great indie game! Each weapon has a unique performance that is a condensed version of elements from each game, giving
I hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today!
Thanks for your patience!
Major Update [Ver. 1.2.2] is available today!
The 👀 highlight👀 this time is a collaboration with a great indie game!
Each weapon has a unique performance that is a condensed version of elements from each game, giving new play feel that has never been seen in "NeverAwake" before, so even if you've already enjoyed every aspect of the game, you can enjoy it in a new way ✨.
▼Update Contents

Added 5 new weapons in collaboration with 5 amazing indie games 　　‐「Reflector」 from 『DRAINUS』　　‐「Head Throw」 from 『ElecHead』　　‐「Sun Blade」 from 『GRAND CROSS: ReNOVATION』　　‐「Emerald Vajra」 from 『VRITRA HEXA』　　‐「UFO Capsule」 from 『Super UFO Fighter』
Added New accessory "Quick Badge"
Official implementation of speedrun mode
Other minor fixes
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Update New Trailer✨
Watch on YouTube
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▼Here are some amazing indie games we recommend to all "NeverAwake" players ▼
◯"DRAINUS" by Team Ladybug
The 2D side-scrolling shooter "DRAINUS", which aims to be "anyone can clear the game", features the "Reflector", which absorbs enemy bullets, as its most distinctive feature! Attack with the absorbed energy!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1975360/DRAINUS/
◯"ElecHead" by NamaTakahashi
From the fluttering 2D action puzzler "ElecHead," Rem has mastered the "Head Throw" a technique to throw his head like the main character's robot "Elec! Use the electricity that travels between your body and your head to round up all of your enemies!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1456880/ElecHead/
◯"GRAND CROSS: ReNOVATION" by ES4
From the super-attack vertical scrolling shooter "GRAND CROSS: ReNOVATION" comes the strongest weapon in STG history, the "Sun Blade"! Cleave all your enemies with its overwhelming power!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1808900/GRAND_CROSS_ReNOVATION/
◯"VRITRA HEXA" by Neotro
From the "NeverAwake" developer's previous 2D fantasy arcade shooter "VRITRA HEXA" comes the treasure trove "Emerald Vajra"! With bullets that track opponents and a fixed turret, this is a great choice for beginners!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/892830/VRITRA_COMPLETE_EDITION/
◯"SUPER UFO FIGHTER" by VV LABO
From the 1vs1 crane game battle "SUPER UFO FIGHTER" comes "UFO Capsule"! The capsule, which suddenly appears in the nightmare world, kills two birds with one stone by being used for both shielding and scoring!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1277870/
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And finally, the Xbox Series X|S version is now available!
The above mentioned updates are of course available for the Xbox Series X|S version, which is available today,
Switch/ PS4/ PS5 and all other consumer versions of the game!
So, everyone, continue to have a good nightmare! 😈
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30 Mar 2023Developer post
【News!】NeverAwake for Xbox ＆ Update Schedule
We hope you are having a wonderful nightmare today. From here in Japan, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, we have new news to share with you. We made this announcement at The MIX, This year, in the summer(Q2) of 2023! The Xbox Series X|S version will be available! Thank you
15 Feb 2023Developer post
SpeedRun mode Available NOW!
We hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today. Thank you for your interest in the SpeedRun mode that we introduced in this article recently. Thanks to the many people who have played the mode and provided us with various suggestions for improvement. Based on the feedback we re
We hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today.
Thank you for your interest in the SpeedRun mode that we introduced in this article recently.
Thanks to the many people who have played the mode and provided us with various suggestions for improvement.
Based on the feedback we received, we have made the following improvements
"SpeedRun mode (beta 2)" has been released!
■Improvements

Adjusted to display elapsed time (stops during demo and loading)
Adjusted to display regulations.
Adjusted text to be larger during demo scenes.
Fixed highscore registration dialog not to appear.
We'd really appreciate it if you'd give a try and post your feedback in this thread!
Also, for those of you who haven't played it yet, here it is again.
■How to set the SpeedRun mode

Go to the the NeverAwake gamepage in the Steam client (library).
Select "Properties" from the gear icon on the right side of the screen.
Type "-enable-speedrun" in the launch options on the General screen.
Launch the game of NeverAwake.
If you see "SPEED RUN MODE" under "GAME START", success!
■SpeedRun Mode Specifications

Initially equipped with "Candy".
Almost all accessories are available for purchase from the start.
Tutorial and some demos cut.
Save data is not saved and does not affect existing data in progress.
Our team will continue to work hard to make the game even better.
Thank you very much for your continued support!
We wish you have a good nightmares!
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10 Feb 2023Developer post
NeverAwake Ver 1.1.1
Minor bug fixes and small improvements.
26 Jan 2023Developer post
SpeedRun mode (beta1) Available NOW!
We hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today. As the developer has been informing a little bit, "SpeedRun mode" has been released in the beta version! SpeedRun has been a popular RTA event in recent years, and we are very excited to announce that we have implemented SpeedRun
We hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today.
As the developer has been informing a little bit,
"SpeedRun mode" has been released in the beta version!
SpeedRun has been a popular RTA event in recent years, and we are very excited to announce that we have implemented SpeedRun mode in the beta version!
We will also release the consumer version of SpeedRun mode only after we are sure that all steam players are satisfied with it.
We would appreciate it if you could try it out and post your feedback in this thread!
■How to set the SpeedRun mode
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Go to the the NeverAwake gamepage in the Steam client (library).
Select "Properties" from the gear icon on the right side of the screen.
Type "-enable-speedrun" in the launch options on the General screen.
Launch the game of NeverAwake.
If you see "SPEED RUN MODE" under "GAME START", success!
■SpeedRun Mode Specifications (beta 1)

Initially equipped with "Candy".
Almost all accessories are available for purchase from the start.
Tutorial and some demos cut.
Save data is not saved and does not affect existing data in progress.
We would like to thank the various players who have played with us since the last update.
We hope that many of you will try this SPEEDRUN mode and give us your feedback!
Our team will continue to work hard to make the game even better.
Thank you very much for your continued support!
We wish you have a good nightmares!
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18 Jan 2023Developer post
Major Update 1.1.0 is now available!
I hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today! Thanks for your patience! Major Update is available today! We hope that everyone who has already seen the end of the story, as well as those who are just starting to play, will be pleased with this update. We think everyone will be
I hope you all have a wonderful nightmare today!
Thanks for your patience!
Major Update [Ver. 1.1.0] is available today!
We hope that everyone who has already seen the end of the story, as well as those who are just starting to play, will be pleased with this update.
We think everyone will be happy with this update.
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▼Update Contents

General balance adjustment to make the game easier to play.
Added "HIMITSU CHALLENGE" for users who have completed World 8
Added highscore ranking
Added 6 new accessories
Changed the performance of the score bag/compact mirror.
Changed TIPS for each stage so they can be checked from the MAIN MENU
Adjusted auto-aim
Improved performance and fixed minor bugs.
Official Steam Deck support
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The long awaited "HIMITSU CHALLENGE" has been added to all stages of the game!
We have also added new accessories, so please try different combinations.
And for all the hardcore players out there, here it comes!
The HIGH SCORE RANKING is finally here. And it's cross-platform!
We look forward to seeing your scores.
Finally, the PS5/PS4/Switch versions are now available!
The above updates are of course included in the consumer version.
If you've already played the Steam version, we hope you'll take a look at how we've optimized the game for each platform.
Nintendo eShop : here
PlayStation Store: here
We also made a new trailer!
It focuses on the story of the game. Please take a look.
Watch on YouTube
So, continue to have a good nightmare!!!
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23 Dec 2022Developer post
HAPPY HOLIDAY！15％OFF！！
There are only a few days left in the year 2022. We hope everyone has a great nightmare today!!! "NeverAwake" is also participating in the Steam Winter Sale. You can buy the full game for only 15% off! Please enjoy the game during the New Year's holiday season. The PS5/PS4/Switch
05 Oct 2022Developer post
NeverAwake Ver 1.0.1
- Eased the difficulty of some of the later stages and the OMOIDE CHALLENGE - Damage when caught in a wall has been changed to 50% of the total number of shields - Fixed an error in the English text of Regulation B - Changed the cost of equipping Revenge Badge to 1 - When equippi
28 Sep 2022Developer post
NeverAwake - FAQ
Here's FAQs! Do you support keyboard & mouse? Yes, we do! Is there support for consumer devices? PS4/PS5/Switch: Now available! For more information, please visit the official website . Xbox: Currently under consideration. We will let you know when we have updated information
Here's FAQs!

Do you support keyboard & mouse?
　Yes, we do!

Is there support for consumer devices?
　PS4/PS5/Switch: Now available! For more information, please visit the official website. 　Xbox: Currently under consideration. We will let you know when we have updated information.

Any plans for Mac/Linux support?
　Mac: Currently under consideration. We will let you know when we have updated information. 　Linux: Undecided.

Is Steam Deck supported?
　Supported in Ver 1.1.0 !
Is it OK to use it for Streaming?
　Guidelines are HERE.
What is the difference between Regulation A and B?
　Scores are divided based on which Regulation loadout used on each stage. 　Regarding score recording, depending on the use of AutoAim and Oversoul/equipping of accessories. 　Regulation A or B will be automatically assigned.

Is this a bug?
　Please check and write to us at this bug report board.
Is there a soundtrack or artbook?
　▼Soundtrack is available here 　https://store.steampowered.com/app/2133230/NeverAwake_Original_Soundtracks/ 　▼Artbook is available here 　https://store.steampowered.com/app/2133240/NeverAwake__Nightmare_World_Art/
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28 Sep 2022Developer post
NeverAwake - Out Now!
NeverAwake is now available! Please enjoy Rem's never-ending(?) nightmare world! The soundtrack and artbook are also now available, so if you like this world, please check them out as well.
28 Sep 2022Developer post
NeverAwake - About the streaming/broadcasting
On the "NeverAwake", streaming/broadcasting is allowed to be shared with people! We sincerely hope that you have fun! When conducting live streams/broadcasts or uploading videos, please make sure to include the following information (or links to the following information): "Never
20 Jun 2022Developer post
Game Play Demo!
Here's an update on the development of NeverAwake!

Updates & announcements

New info on "NeverAwake FLASHBACK"!

Please add it to your wishlist!

A brand-new nightmare is reborn in true arcade style.

■The DLC that expands the nightmare world of "NeverAwake" is finally coming this summer!

◇DLC "NeverAwake FLASH BACK"

▼The game rules have been redesigned! Reborn as a rogue light shooting game inspired by the nightmare world of "NeverAwake"!

▼Many new elements!

"NeverAwake" slot is Tomorrow, Saturday 4/6 at 15:00 (JST)!

■Date and Time

Just run the Steam version with the following parameters!

NeverAwake.exe -enable-rolling-switch

Major Update [Ver. 1.2.2] is available today!

▼Update Contents

Update New Trailer✨

▼Here are some amazing indie games we recommend to all "NeverAwake" players ▼

◯"DRAINUS" by Team Ladybug

◯"ElecHead" by NamaTakahashi

◯"GRAND CROSS: ReNOVATION" by ES4

◯"VRITRA HEXA" by Neotro

◯"SUPER UFO FIGHTER" by VV LABO

And finally, the Xbox Series X|S version is now available!

This year, in the summer(Q2) of 2023!

The Xbox Series X|S version will be available!

"SpeedRun mode (beta 2)" has been released!

■Improvements

■How to set the SpeedRun mode

■SpeedRun Mode Specifications

"SpeedRun mode" has been released in the beta version!

■How to set the SpeedRun mode

■SpeedRun Mode Specifications (beta 1)

Major Update [Ver. 1.1.0] is available today!

▼Update Contents

Finally, the PS5/PS4/Switch versions are now available!

We also made a new trailer!

Do you support keyboard & mouse?

Is there support for consumer devices?

Any plans for Mac/Linux support?

Is Steam Deck supported?

Is it OK to use it for Streaming?

What is the difference between Regulation A and B?

Is this a bug?

Is there a soundtrack or artbook?

On the "NeverAwake", streaming/broadcasting is allowed to be shared with people! We sincerely hope that you have fun!