Laternennacht
The free browser game where you survive the night with your lantern.
Shadows, bats and skeletons pour out of the darkness – your weapons fire on their own, you just move, collect and upgrade wisely. At the end of every night, the Crow King awaits.
Play now Discord🆓 Completely free🚫 No purchases📱 Mobile & PC⚡ No download🌍 English & German
What it looks like
Screenshots show the German version – switch the language in the game under Menu → Settings ⚙.
What awaits you
50 chaptersTen regions from the Pumpkin Field to the Throne of the Night – each with its own enemies and a Crow King at the end.
Weapons & evolutionsSpark Shot, lanterns, pumpkin bombs and more. Get a weapon to level 5 and let it evolve.
Pets & heroesHatch pets from eggs, feed them to make them stronger and unlock heroes with their own abilities.
Eternal NightNo time limit: how long can you last? A new milestone awaits every two minutes.
World boss & guildsFight the world boss together, found guilds and collect points for the guild chest.
Something new every dayDaily challenge, missions, Lantern Pass and events like the lucky wheel.
FAQ
Is Laternennacht really free?
Yes. There are no real-money purchases and no ads. You earn gems and all rewards only by playing.Do I have to download anything?
No. Laternennacht is a browser game without download: it runs right in your browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge) – no installation, no app store, no Flash.What kind of game is Laternennacht?
A survivor game, also called “survivors-like” or “bullet heaven”, with roguelite elements: hordes of enemies, weapons that fire on their own, and a new upgrade on every level-up. On top of that there are chapters, pets, heroes, guilds and a shared world boss.Is the game available in English?
Yes. The game picks English automatically if your browser is set to English. You can switch any time under Menu → Settings ⚙ → Language.Is Laternennacht suitable for kids?
The enemies are cute bats, pumpkin heads and ghosts, there is no blood and there are no purchases. The chat is public – for younger kids we recommend playing together.Does it work on my phone?
Yes, right in the browser on phone, tablet and PC. On your phone you can add it to your home screen like an app.Do I need an account?
No, you can play right away as a guest. With an account (email + password) your progress is kept on all devices and you can use chat, friends and guilds. If you register later, your guest progress is carried over.How do I control the game?
On PC with WASD or the arrow keys, on mobile you drag with your finger. Your weapons attack on their own.Is the game still in development?
Yes, Laternennacht is in alpha and gets regular updates. News is posted in the game and on our Discord.Where can I ask questions or give feedback?
On our Discord server – with update news, tips and the community.Support
Laternennacht is and stays free – no purchases, no ads, no pay-to-win. If you enjoy the game, you can support its development on Ko-fi with a small contribution. Thank you! 💛