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F.E.A.R. Hints

Nightmares

  • First Seen: Interval 03, Bad Water

    These are freakish, supernatural creatures that "push" their way into our world from their own. When you see the very fabric of reality start to warp and twist, get ready to fight some Nightmares. They're easy to kill, but usually arrive in swarms and attempt to reach you and explode. You'll need to retreat and fire with a weapon like the sub-machinegun to finish them off before they can get to you.

    NOTE: The above mainly applies to the last two missions of the game. The Nightmares you encounter before that are all in blurry visions, and are usually alone. They can still hurt you, so shoot them before they get to you.