Released: Sept 29, 2026 Steam App 1488490 Single-Player Life Sim

Nivalis Nights Player Help & Release Guide

Nivalis Nights is a single-player cyberpunk life and business simulation developed by ION LANDS and published by 505 Games. It launched on Steam on September 29, 2026. This unofficial player guide delivers verified technical baselines, confirmed platform availability, and essential gameplay mechanics.

Developer: ION LANDS

Publisher: 505 Games

Current Platform: Windows PC (Steam)

Upscaling Status: No DLSS / FSR at launch

Nighttime multi-tier cityscape and overhead skybridges in Nivalis with glowing neon advertisements — CONTEXT • Atmospheric Setting Official Steam store capture showcasing the multi-tier vertical cityscape of Nivalis, elevated skyway bridges, and holographic neon billboards. (Atmospheric reference; not benchmark evidence).

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Select your immediate technical question below. Each path provides verified conditions, boundaries, and official recovery steps.

Dedicated Guide

PC Requirements & Performance

Compare your PC hardware against official targets (1080p 30 FPS minimum vs. 1440p 60 FPS recommended). Learn why DLSS/FSR are unavailable and follow supported troubleshooting steps before contacting 505 Games support.

Task: T003 View Performance Guide →

Platform Status

Steam Deck Launch Status

The official launch announcement confirms full Steam Deck support is not available at launch, and optimizations are currently being worked on. As of September 30, 2026, Valve has not assigned an official Deck Verified tier (resolved_category=0).

GeForce NOW cloud streaming is officially announced for players wanting to run higher settings on handheld displays. Desktop PC requirements do not establish Deck frame rate.

Status: In Progress Back to Top ↑

Core Mechanics

Saving Your Progress

Nivalis Nights features two saving methods:

Autosave: Triggers automatically at the conclusion of each in-game day when sleeping.
Manual Save: Available anytime in the Pause Menu. Always save manually before quitting to desktop.

Steam Cloud synchronization is supported but requires an active internet connection. Offline play is supported locally on PC.

Feature: Auto + Manual Back to Top ↑

Before Buying: Editions, Platforms & Scope

Review these confirmed release conditions before purchasing Nivalis Nights to ensure your hardware and expectations align with the launch build:

⚠ Official Platform & Feature Boundaries Official FAQ Confirmed

Current Platform: Available exclusively on PC via Steam (launched September 29, 2026).
Epic Games Store: The official FAQ states an Epic release is coming later; no specific calendar date has been published.
Console Versions: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch releases have not been announced. ION LANDS stated PC is their primary focus, with other platforms evaluated later.
Multiplayer: Nivalis Nights is built strictly as a single-player simulation; multiplayer and cooperative modes are not planned.
Character Customization: There is no character creator in the current game; you play from a first-person perspective.
GeForce NOW: Supported, but service subscription and regional availability should be checked directly through NVIDIA GeForce NOW.
Launch Pricing: The base game announcement price is $24.99 / €24.99 / £21.99. Always check your local currency and regional discounts directly on Steam.

Outdoor waterside street bar and food stand in Nivalis showing the life simulation and business setting — CONTEXT • Gameplay Atmosphere A waterside street bar and diner stand in Nivalis. Players manage food venues, interact with pedestrians, and decorate their properties in a living voxel-enhanced city.

Official Destination & Non-Official Identity

This website is an independent player guide. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by ION LANDS or 505 Games. All game footage, trademarks, and registered trademarks belong to their respective copyright holders.

To buy the game or review local store pricing, visit the official Steam page: Nivalis Nights on Steam Store (opens in new tab) .

Source Verification: Facts confirmed via official Steam Store App 1488490, 505 Games FAQ (Camilla505), and Steam Community announcement stream on September 30, 2026. For corrections or media-rights inquiries, contact qsyhxw@gmail.com.