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Dream
DreamExplore surreal dreams and nightmares to uncover a young graduate's purpose.
Dreaming Sarah
Dreaming SarahExplore a coma child's dreamscape to solve puzzles and awaken her.
Overview
Description

Dream puts you in the shoes of Howard Phillips, a directionless graduate obsessed with his own dreams. The game blends exploration, puzzle‑solving, and horror as you wander through surreal environments inspired by titles like Yume Nikki and LSD. Inspired by narrative‑heavy experiences such as Dear Esther and Deus Ex, Dream offers non‑linear storytelling, atmospheric moments, and challenging puzzles that reveal deeper meanings about Howard's life. Single‑player adventure for PC.

Dreaming Sarah is an atmospheric adventure where you wander through the surreal dream world of a young girl in a deep coma. Collect items, gain abilities, and interact with strange inhabitants to piece together the mystery of her condition. Solve intricate puzzles, uncover hidden memories, and use your newfound powers to guide Sarah back to consciousness. The game blends platforming, horror, and fantasy elements into a single-player narrative experience.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Horror
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Fans of atmospheric indie puzzles and narrative exploration
Fans of narrative puzzle-adventures
Specifications
General
msrp
$14.99
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release date
2015-07-31
2015-03-12
Specifications
developer
HyperSloth
Anthony Septim, Asteristic Game Studio
publisher
Mastertronic
Ratalaika Games, Eastasiasoft, Asteristic Game Studio
age rating
PEGI 16+129%
PEGI 7, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Rich, atmospheric dream environments
  • Deep, non‑linear storytelling
  • Challenging and varied puzzles
  • Strong indie aesthetic and design
  • Deep, emotionally resonant story
  • Creative puzzle design
  • Beautiful, dreamlike art direction
  • Wide platform availability
Cons
  • Limited replayability after story completion
  • Occasional cryptic puzzles may frustrate some players
  • No multiplayer or co‑op options
  • Short overall length
  • Occasional obscure puzzle solutions
  • Limited replayability after completion
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