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Welcome to the Nightmare Game

เกมฝันร้าย, 欢迎来到噩梦游戏, 歡迎來到噩夢遊戲

Native Language Chinese

Released 2016

AuthorBó Mù Bīng Lún, 薄暮冰轮

TypeWeb Novel (CN)

Original Ch.: 138

Translated Ch.: 138

Rank: #988

Last Update: April 14, 2026

Original Pub.: jjwxc, Pinsin Studio

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Welcome to the Nightmare Game is a popular novel that blends Action, Adventure, Fantasy and more. Written by the author Bó Mù Bīng Lún. A total of 138 chapters have been translated and the novel is complete.

Synopsis

Qi Leren had just cleared the bad ending of «The Nightmare Games» when his laptop died well before its time. His luck seemed to follow him as he was transported, along with the other passengers, to a hospital following an accident between his bus and a truck. Upon waking in a transfusion hall rather than a ward, QiLeren felt a familiar sense of dread as he took in the hospital that held no trace of other people…
Book 1 of a Tetralogy

Action Adventure Fantasy Horror Psychological Supernatural Yaoi

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Editor's Note

⚠️ The "Arc 2" Filter. This novel has one of the most polarizing transitions in the "Infinite Flow" genre. Book 1 starts as a gritty, high-stakes survival horror. Then, Arc 2 takes a massive swerve into what some call "fan-girl territory." The level-headed MC suddenly loses significant "IQ points" as he becomes infatuated with a beautiful female character (who is actually the ML in disguise). If you can survive the second arc’s shift in tone, the world-building in Book 2 and beyond is widely considered top-tier.

Save/Load Mechanics. Qi Leren’s special skill is a "Save/Load" card. While it sounds like a "cheat," the author emphasizes the psychological toll of repeatedly experiencing gruesome deaths to find the one successful timeline. It’s angst-heavy and visceral.

Bittersweet Reality. This isn't a "wish-fulfillment" power trip. It is described by fans as "bittersweet" and "hair-raising." The side characters feel like real people with lives, dreams, and tragic letters left behind, rather than just NPC fodder.

Slow-Burn Danmei. If you are here for romance, pack a lunch. The leads don't officially get together until the second volume (Tetralogy format). The chemistry is built on trials, shared trauma, and a "Wei Ying & Lan Zhan" dynamic.

135 chapters of survival, religious tension, and "Save/Load" angst. Read Welcome to the Nightmare Game if you enjoy horror-focused Danmei like "The Earth is Online" but want more emotional depth and world-lore.

Experience Curve

Arc. 1 (The Hospital Horror): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Hook. Perfectly captures the dread of waking up in a deserted transfusion hall. The MC uses his wit to survive, and the horror elements are genuinely chilling.

Arc. 2 (The Goddess Simp Arc): ⭐⭐ – The Dip. The MC’s personality takes a 180-degree turn as he simps for a "Goddess." Many readers find his sudden "IQ drop" frustrating, though it is a pivotal plot point for the romance.

Book. 2 & 3 (The RPG World Expansion): ⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Payoff. The "Game" world expands into a full-scale society. The actions of the players have lasting consequences on the world's inhabitants. This is where the "tragedy" and "HE" (Happy Ending) promises start to balance out.

WebNovelDB Review

8 /10

A beloved classic of the genre that suffers from translation inconsistencies and a rocky middle, but triumphs in emotional resonance.

Emotional Impact: 10/10. The author is a master of the "bittersweet." From Su He’s reveal to Anna’s letters, prepare for "bawling your eyes out at 1 AM."

World-Building: 9/10. It bridges the gap between a "Mission-based" system and a living, breathing RPG world. The NPCs aren't just background noise; they have agency and depth.

Character Consistency: 6/10. The MC's fluctuation between "Smart Survivor" and "Dumb Simp" in the early chapters is a major point of contention for readers.

Romance Development: 8/10. For fans of slow-burn, this is delicious. It feels realistic, shaped by the "extraordinary circumstances" the characters are forced to endure.

The Good: High-stakes horror, incredible character-driven drama, and a unique take on the "Save/Load" trope that treats it as a curse as much as a blessing.

The Bad: Some early translations are "skittish and jumpy." The second arc’s personality shift can be cringe-inducing, and there are instances of "religious homophobia" within the setting's lore.

The Archetype: The "Timid Hero." Qi Leren isn't a genius or a powerhouse. He’s an ordinary guy whose strongest muscle is his will to keep going after dying ten different ways.

Final Verdict: Push through Arc 2. The payoff in Book 2—where the world-building deepens and the romance finally takes root—is what makes this series a "hidden gem" for horror-danmei fans.

WebNovelDB Team

Key Information

Main Characters: Qi Leren (The Regressor/Gamer), Su He (The Mysterious Ally), The "Goddess" (The ML).

Power System: Skill Cards (Save/Load, Disguise, etc.) that interact with a sinister, world-spanning "System."

Themes: Love vs. Time, The Weight of Memory, Ordinary People in Extraordinary Horror, Sacrifice.

Similar To: The Earth is Online, Game Loading

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