Dream & Sugar

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Dream & Sugar is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by CouchLion Studios and was released on December 18, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Welcome to Dream & Sugar, a wholesome visual novel exploring relationships, love, and the transition to adulthood. You are a recent art college graduate who dreams of becoming an independent artist with their very own art gallery installation. Reconnect with your college bestie Riley, hit it off with dashing musician Hugo, and befriend thoughtful author Bennett. You decide which relationships …

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

story3 positive mentions

Dream & Sugar offers a wholesome and relaxing story with charming characters and insightful dialogue.
The game features enjoyable background music and sound effects, enhancing the overall experience.
Players appreciate the unique feature of creating digital art within the game, adding an interactive element.

Some dialogue contains gendering errors that can disrupt immersion for players with non-binary or male-presenting characters.
The game is quite short, which may leave players wanting more depth in character development and plot.
There are issues with achievements not unlocking on Steam, which can be frustrating for completionists.

story
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The story in "Dream & Sugar" is a short, wholesome narrative that features insightful dialogue and the option for players to explore both romantic and platonic relationships. Its cozy art style and engaging characters contribute to a relaxing ambiance, making it accessible and enjoyable for a wide audience, including non-English speakers.
- “Dream & Sugar is a very short but wholesome story with a really relaxing ambience.”
- “I highly recommend this game to anyone looking for a story with insightful dialogue, wholesome romance but also the option to stay single and pursue friendship without offending the characters, and gameplay breaks where you can make your own digital art!”
- “Cozy art, fun story with interesting characters, what's not to love <3”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for being nice and fitting, enhancing the overall experience. Additionally, the sound effects complement the background music well, contributing to the game's atmosphere. The quality of the writing is also highlighted, adding depth to the auditory experience.
- “The background music is nice and fitting, and also the writing is very good (that's something that should be recognized more for visual novels and similar games).”
- “Sound effects and music are nice, along with some good-looking character designs.”
- “The background music was nice.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging story and insightful dialogue, offering players the choice between pursuing romance or friendship without negative consequences. Additionally, it features enjoyable gameplay breaks that allow for creative expression through digital art.
- “I highly recommend this game to anyone looking for a story with insightful dialogue, wholesome romance, but also the option to stay single and pursue friendship without offending the characters.”
- “The gameplay offers breaks where you can make your own digital art, adding a unique creative element to the experience.”
- “The mechanics are intuitive and engaging, making it easy to immerse yourself in the world and enjoy the various activities.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Dream & Sugar is praised for its emotional depth, offering a wholesome narrative that balances insightful dialogue and romance with the option for platonic relationships. The game's relaxing atmosphere and interactive elements, like creating digital art, enhance the overall emotional experience, making it a recommended choice for players seeking a heartfelt story.
- “Dream & Sugar is a very short but wholesome story with a really relaxing ambiance.”
- “I highly recommend this game to anyone looking for a story with insightful dialogue, wholesome romance, but also the option to stay single and pursue friendship without offending the characters, and gameplay breaks where you can make your own digital art!”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by witty banter and charming interactions, particularly noted in the "Hugo route," which adds a lighthearted and enjoyable element to the experience.
- “I took the Hugo route, and the banter was really funny and cute.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the sound effects and music are praised, the reviews do not provide significant insights into character development, focusing instead on aesthetics like character design. Overall, the feedback suggests that character development may not be a strong point in the game.