The action takes place during the dead of night, a time when ancient, cosmic entities are at their strongest. Your survival for 20 minutes represents the final stretch before dawn, which presumably banishes these shadows.

Because the game lacks a traditional campaign, fans often piece together "lore" from:

While there is no explicit dialogue, the diverse cast of characters (like Shana, Diamond, or Hina) hints at a world where individuals have sought out forbidden power or specialized training to fight back against the darkness.

The enemy types reflect classic Lovecraftian themes of madness and cosmic insignificance.

Many players discuss potential backstories and world-building on the Official Reddit and Steam Community Forums.