Into A Dream
- July 30, 2020
- Filipe F. Thomaz
Get on Steam"Into A Dream" is a narrative-driven adventure game that explores the surreal world of dreams. Players delve into the subconscious of a troubled man, uncovering his memories and emotions through puzzle-solving and interactions with dream-like characters. The game's distinct art style and touching story breathe life into a unique exploration of the human psyche.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Playstation 4
Windows
Linux
PlayStation
Reviews
- The game features stunning graphics and a beautiful soundtrack that enhances the emotional experience.
- The story is compelling and thought-provoking, effectively addressing themes of depression and mental health.
- Voice acting is well done, contributing to the immersive narrative and emotional depth of the game.
- Controls can be clunky and sluggish, particularly during platforming sections, which can lead to frustration.
- Some players found the story to be a bit draggy with excessive dialogue and a confusing non-linear timeline.
- Certain puzzles and mechanics were criticized for being unclear or poorly designed, detracting from the overall experience.
- story100 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story is a compelling exploration of depression and personal struggle, delivered through well-written dialogue and emotional character arcs. While some players found the pacing slow and the timeline shifts initially confusing, many appreciated the depth and emotional resonance of the narrative, which unfolds in a dreamlike atmosphere. Overall, the story is praised for its originality and ability to evoke strong feelings, making it a standout aspect of the game.
“The best thing I can share regarding my experience playing this video game is that I felt a deep wave of emotions and an eager desire to unravel the story!”
“An interesting and touching psychological story with you playing as John... a man who has entered the mind of Luke Williams in an attempt to save him during a personal crisis.”
“The story is brilliantly written and left me emotionally shaken.”
“The story is linear and the dialogue options mostly just lead to slightly different conversations.”
“The story wanders a bit, and the ending feels a bit too abrupt and a little uneven, but... you are in someone else's dreams, someone who is struggling with overwhelming depression and self-blame.”
“As for the story, as it progressed it steered away from the depression topic and I didn't really like that turn.”
- music28 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its beauty and how well it complements the game's atmosphere and emotional depth. The soundtrack is described as phenomenal, immersive, and perfectly suited to each scene, enhancing the overall experience alongside the impressive voice acting and graphics. Overall, the combination of music, art, and storytelling creates a captivating and unforgettable journey for players.
“The soundtrack is genuinely beautiful and extremely well fitted to each scene.”
“Damn this game's music is phenomenal.”
“The dreamlike atmosphere created by the visuals - colors, shadow, and light plus the simple but stunning accompanying soundtrack and excellent voice acting make the whole experience an immersive one.”
“The soundtrack that composes the video game follows extremely well the atmosphere and emotions aroused.”
“One section even had the song 'Silent Night' incorporated into it.”
“Other than the story though, the OST is damn solid (might buy it at some point if I feel like it).”
- gameplay18 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 72 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, focusing primarily on storytelling and character development, which many players find engaging. While the jumping mechanic may take some time to master, it is generally easier to navigate with a controller. Overall, the core gameplay is solid and enjoyable, despite occasional graphical issues that do not significantly impact the experience.
“But besides that, core gameplay was really solid and enjoyable.”
“Gameplay is pretty simplistic but in my opinion works just fine and is just engaging enough.”
“Just the minimal platformer/walking sim gameplay but it has a very well written story as the mystery of a character's life and what haunts him is revealed one layer at a time.”
“The game mechanics are simple as the focus is on the story.”
- emotional18 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its deeply emotional narrative, with players reporting that it evokes strong feelings and even tears through its touching story. Centered around the character Luke Williams, the experience is described as a heartbreaking journey that fosters empathy and attachment, making it a compelling choice for those who appreciate emotional storytelling. Overall, the writing is lauded for its brilliance and ability to leave players feeling profoundly affected.
“The story also made me cry a bit on multiple occasions.”
“Into a Dream is a heartbreaking journey into a man’s bleeding soul; the more you know this man named Luke, and try to disentangle the circumstances of his life, the more you get attached to him and the urge to help him escape what he believes to be his fate is inevitable.”
“The story is brilliantly written and left me emotionally shaken.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning beauty and ability to create a unique, immersive atmosphere. Many reviewers highlight the dreamlike quality of the visuals, complemented by effective use of color, shadow, and light, although a few noted occasional moments of visual confusion that did not significantly impact gameplay. Overall, the graphics are considered some of the best seen, enhancing the overall experience alongside the excellent soundtrack and storytelling.
“Really beautiful graphics that create a unique atmosphere.”
“The graphics are stunning.”
“Amazing graphics, excellent soundtrack and vivid storytelling, this game took me on a wonderful and unforgettable journey.”
“And while there were some moments where the graphics made it kind of tricky to exactly know what I was looking at, these moments were mostly not important to the gameplay.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game features stunning graphics and a dreamlike atmosphere that evolves throughout the experience, transitioning from serene to intense as the story progresses. The visuals, complemented by a captivating soundtrack and excellent voice acting, create an immersive environment that enhances the emotional depth of the narrative. Overall, the atmosphere is consistently praised for its beauty and ability to engage players deeply.
“The whole atmosphere builds up as you progress in the game, and the relaxed, dreamlike, and seemingly uneventful scenes in the first levels advance to more intense and dramatic moments as the story unfolds, allowing us to go deeper into Luke's dreams.”
“The dreamlike atmosphere created by the visuals—colors, shadow, and light—combined with the simple but stunning accompanying soundtrack and excellent voice acting, makes the whole experience immersive.”
“The soundtrack complements the video game exceptionally well, enhancing the atmosphere and the emotions evoked throughout the experience.”
“The whole atmosphere builds up as you progress in the game, and the relaxed, dreamlike, and seemingly uneventful scenes in the first levels advance to more intense and dramatic moments as the story unfolds and Luke allows us to go deeper into his dreams.”
“The dreamlike atmosphere created by the visuals - colors, shadow, and light, plus the simple but stunning accompanying soundtrack and excellent voice acting, make the whole experience immersive.”
“The soundtrack that composes the video game follows the atmosphere and emotions extremely well.”
