The Night of the Scissors
A downloadable game for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Note: your purchase includes a free Steam copy.
“The Night of the Scissors is a perfect replication of classic survival horror.”
DreadXP
“Really cool... Short, simple, to the point.”
jacksepticeye
AN UNEXPECTED CARDBOARD GUEST IS APPROACHING
Encouraged by his friend, Adam decides to break into an abandoned post office for scrapping. Soon he will discover that a maniac wielding a pair of scissors and ready to kill is lurking around the place.
Will he find his way out?
Run from the serial killer on this thrilling survival horror game inspired by VHS slasher movies from the 80s and classic PSX titles.
- Navigate through an abandoned post office, don't get caught by the snipper!
- Be stealthy, hide inside of wardrobes, restroom stalls, and other places.
- Authentic VHS experience with cinematic glitch cameras.
- Optional third person game mode.
- A perfect mix of calm atmosphere and sound effects, guaranteed tension.
- Discover bits of a bigger plot.
| Estimated Duration | Suited for | Supports |
| 40 | +18 |  |
| Minutes | Years | Controller |
A GAME BY TOMÁS ESCONJAUREGUY
Purchase
In order to download this game you must purchase it at or above the minimum price of $2.99 USD. Your purchase comes with a Steam key. You will get access to the following files:
Development log
- Console release!Jun 12, 2024
- Halloween update!Oct 25, 2022
- Multi-language updateAug 31, 2022
- Friday the 13th updateMay 13, 2022
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Had more fun then I thought I would with this one.
Great job.
If Nun Massacre was 3rd person
It was a good game, the atmosphere makes you pay attention. I would have liked it to be longer, but it is still worth the price.
Wanted to check this one out for a while and it didn't disappoint! Excited to check out Cannibal Abduction next 🙂
Beware the scissors! Super fun throwback game. The villain is absolutely terrifying...I know, scissors, how scary can it be? The answer = Very Scary. The right length, creepy environment perfect for exploration, and some Spooky sounds.
In you're still unsure, here's my playthrough:
It is a good game! I got it to let my friend watch but I got to scared, safe to say I never played the game!
This game was a lot of fun! It nailed the classic survival horror vibe and even managed to up the terror intensity of those classic games. This is definitely one of the better indie games in this genre. I can't wait to check out Cannibal Abduction next! Great work!
SPOILERS
Cool game! I watched Jack play it. I don't know if I'm just dumb, but I don't understand the ending. Who is that hanging? Kev or the Snipper, or are they the same person? Was it to frame Adam? Did the Snipper hang Kevin?
Great game! I really enjoyed the distorted 3rd person camera angles, it really added to the dread and suspense. This game has a unique feel to it so could potentially be connected to future games by Selwi. Hope to see more from this developer.
The credit song by "Skulptur" is a bop!!!
Very nice game! I've got the screams and goosebumbs a few times :)
Hungarian playthrough:
Managed to complete this in just under 35 minutes. It's an incredibly good game if you're into short indie horror with an easy to understand story and a clear goal. ESCAPE!
Had such a fantastic time playing this!! I died a lot, and it was very spooky.
Also thank you to Selewi (Tomás) for popping into my stream to watch, such an amazing surprise!
A wonderful and fun experience. Short and straight to the point, doesn't waste your time.
Me and my audience loved it!
halal game
Loved This Game
This was awesome, amazing short horror game! The snipper was terrifying!
It was a good horror game. Ah, the jumpscare scared me off my chair lmao
This was ABSOLUTELY UNREAL!!! The jumpscare in this game is probably one of the most terrifying jumpscares I've seen in a horror game for a while. Thank you so much for creating this game, I screamed my absolute loudest which is something that I haven't done in a video for a while now. XD
you scream to much, not a fan of that
Great Game. I really digged the atmosphere and the tension. It reminded me of powerdrill massacre. Anyways I Made A Letplay on it. Cant wait to see what else you make!!!. P.S||| I Bought This On Steam.
this game is so creepy
It is even with VHS cassete desigh!!! Man, this is like Halloween movies!
im broke. :(
So far, this was super great! Roaming around the dark place with the wonky controls and then finding things as you progress and hearing the scissor dude was pretty scary! (Video below if anyone's interested!)
Not sure how, but I only managed to come across him like two times while running around, but just the sounds that were happening plus the camera distorting was really freaky and made everything super scary!
The dark maze of a place also really added to feeling trapped and the spookiness. The environment was just so creepy and the killer roaming around made it that much spookier; just hearing the snipping noises and the doors opening and closing were great cues and really well done!
Can't wait to see more of the game in the future (Think this was a beta so far?) Good luck for your project and hope it goes well!
Hey everyone, I also played this game, I will be happy if you take look :)
really loved this game! not a lot of games can get away with using no ambient music to scare people but this game was really terrifying, gameplay above if you enjoy be sure to hit the sub button guys!I kinda like this
Incredible game, can't wait to see more from you!
That game was scary but fun as the same time I love it ....
Nothing quite as scary as a nutsack killer
Instant classic! The scissors room was just <chef’s kiss>
Support a homieLove it bru my energy was a little low, but I had fun the killer is fast, I couldn't break his ankles
the killer in this game is terrifying! one of the best games ive played in a bit the atmosphere is great, sound and graphics 10/10