Dream Stone 2

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Dream Stone 2 is a single player casual platformer game with a mystery theme. It was developed by QuickSave and was released on August 26, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Escaping from the dream still continues on the sequel of Dream Stone.

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Atmospheric and introspective experience with a minimalist and surreal aesthetic that encourages reflection and mood immersion.
Accessible and intuitive environmental puzzles without time pressure or failure states, suitable for players seeking a calm, slow-paced exploration.
Brief and concise gameplay that can be completed in a single sitting, appealing to fans of walking simulators and short experimental titles.

Mechanically simple and lacking complexity or escalating challenge, which may disappoint players looking for deeper puzzle or gameplay variety.
Technical shortcomings including low maximum resolution and non-customizable controls, limiting accessibility and compatibility with modern gaming setups.
Controversy surrounding the developer's unethical practices involving asset flipping and potential review manipulation, raising concerns about the legitimacy of the game's production.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Dream Stone 2 emphasizes slow-paced, first-person exploration with simple, intuitive puzzles, creating a calm and accessible experience. However, its minimalist mechanics and lack of complexity may feel insubstantial or unchallenging for players seeking deeper or more engaging gameplay.
- “Gameplay unfolds entirely from a first-person perspective and centers on slow-paced exploration punctuated by simple puzzles.”
- “Dream Stone 2 is a quiet, minimalist sequel that doubles down on atmosphere and introspection rather than expanding into a more complex or mechanically demanding experience.”
- “For others, it may feel insubstantial, especially given the limited mechanical variety and lack of replay incentives.”
- “Solutions are generally intuitive and forgiving, making the experience accessible to a wide audience, though players seeking complex logic challenges or escalating difficulty may find the mechanics too lightweight.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy is heavily criticized for relying on copying premade templates and assets to produce low-effort, asset-flipped games sold on Steam, often described as unethical cash grabs or shovelware. Users view this approach as exploiting others' work for profit without originality or value.
- “Since they have no qualms about copy-pasting an entire game onto Steam as a nasty cash grab, I assume they have no qualms about me copy-pasting my review for Dream Stone here.”
- “Trying to get paid for someone else's game templates and assets: at best, this is shovelware; at worst, it's a scam/cash grab.”
- “Quicksave/SA industry have shown a repeated pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Dream Stone 2 offers a quiet, minimalist atmosphere that emphasizes introspection and mood over complexity or mechanics. Its serene environments create a gentle, immersive experience ideal for fans of atmospheric puzzle games and walking simulators, though replay value is limited beyond revisiting its ambiance.
- “Dream Stone 2 is a quiet, minimalist sequel that doubles down on atmosphere and introspection rather than expanding into a more complex or mechanically demanding experience.”
- “Once the puzzles are solved and the environments explored, there is little reason to return beyond revisiting the atmosphere.”
- “For players drawn to atmospheric puzzle games, walking simulators, or short experimental titles, it provides a gentle and focused experience.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Dream Stone 2 feature a minimalist and surreal aesthetic that complements its puzzle gameplay. While visually appealing and fitting the game's style, the simple design may contribute to a shorter overall playtime.
- “Visually, Dream Stone 2 embraces a minimalist and surreal aesthetic.”
- “Really interesting and sometimes not very simple puzzle game, good soundtrack and minimal graphics.”
- “The visuals are good, there are puzzles, but the game is played quickly.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is minimalistic and abstract, relying on environmental cues and implication rather than direct narrative or dialogue. While this dreamlike approach creates a unique atmosphere, it may feel too brief and lacking in depth for players seeking richer storytelling or long-term engagement.
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music features ambient, subtle cues that effectively complement the dreamlike atmosphere without overpowering it. Users appreciate the good soundtrack for enhancing the minimalist and immersive puzzle experience.
- “Ambient audio and restrained musical cues enhance the feeling of being suspended in a dream state, filling silence without overwhelming it.”
- “Really interesting and sometimes not very simple puzzle game, good soundtrack and minimal graphics.”