Lucid Dream

About

"Lucid Dream" is a surreal adventure game inspired by the works of Salvador Dali. You play as a young artist who enters a dream world, where you must solve puzzles and uncover the truth about your past. The game features striking visuals and an eerie atmosphere, making for a memorable and thought-provoking experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+25

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 158 reviews

story58 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and a captivating story that resonates with players, often described as breathtaking and poetic.
Puzzles are engaging and varied, with a hint system that helps players progress without getting stuck.
The atmosphere is immersive, combining surreal elements with emotional depth, making it a memorable experience.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration.
Some puzzles are overly complicated or lack clear guidance, leading to tedious gameplay and pixel hunting.
The ending is abrupt and leaves many questions unanswered, which can be unsatisfying for players seeking closure.

story
120 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
47%
5%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its beautiful art and engaging narrative, often drawing comparisons to surreal works like "Alice in Wonderland." While some found the storyline touching and thought-provoking, others criticized it for being thin, incoherent, or poorly executed, leading to confusion and a lack of character development. Overall, the story is seen as a compelling element that enhances the gameplay experience, despite some technical issues and narrative flaws.
- “The story is fantastical, yet grim, and I was invested in the journey!”
- “Amazing, touching story, great art to back it up, and it does a wonderful job of keeping the atmosphere at all times!”
- “It's not, as it may first appear, a story about a little girl using magic to fix her problems; it's a story about coming to terms with reality, learning what the true demons of our lives are and how to conquer them.”
- “Thin and incoherent story.”
- “I personally found this game boring because of a poorly executed story, obscure puzzles, and a confusing narrative.”
- “Unfortunately, the story didn't come together, which made going through all the challenging puzzles feel not worth the trouble.”
graphics
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
31%
5%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty, detail, and atmospheric quality, contributing significantly to the overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the extraordinary artwork and immersive visuals, although some note issues with crashes and loading problems that can detract from the experience. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing the engaging story and enjoyable puzzles.
- “The graphics are mesmerizing and the story is engaging.”
- “Absolutely beautiful artwork and atmosphere that definitely sets the tone.”
- “This game has beautiful graphics and a great atmosphere.”
- “If there was a neutral button, I'd probably hit it because I did appreciate most of the artwork, but it became almost annoying and the music loop didn't help... there just isn't enough substance there to recommend it.”
- “I found the artwork to be really pretty, but the character interactions involving items took away from the art by looking cheap and mechanical in comparison.”
- “The graphics are fine, the music is okay, and I only hit one bug that crashed the game entirely, but the game did a fantastic job of remembering where I was before the crash.”
music
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
41%
23%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its repetitive nature, often leading them to turn it off or seek alternative soundtracks. While some appreciated the fitting atmosphere and emotional resonance of the music, others found the short loops to be annoying and lacking in substance. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the game's mood but could benefit from more variety to avoid monotony.
- “Normally, I turn off music, but this is one I left on the whole time.”
- “The music is fitting to the dark and mysterious world you are exploring, and each character you encounter seems important to the world you are discovering.”
- “Pros: beautiful artwork, music is simple yet nice, good atmosphere, touching story.”
- “The music is extremely repetitive; scenes play their very short tunes in a constant loop.”
- “The biggest problem was its soundtrack: it's the same music looped over and over again.”
- “The music was repetitive to the point where I had to turn it off, and the noise the game makes when you 'click' on something to interact with it was completely out of place.”
atmosphere
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
23%
8%
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its extraordinary artwork, imaginative characters, and surreal level design, which collectively create a beautiful and immersive experience. Players appreciate the atmospheric soundscapes and the emotional depth of the narrative, although some have noted that game-breaking bugs can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the visuals and sound contribute significantly to a captivating and dark atmosphere that enhances the storytelling.
- “Absolutely beautiful artwork and atmosphere that definitely sets the tone.”
- “Amazing, touching story, great art to back it up, and it does a wonderful job of keeping the atmosphere at all times!”
- “This is backed by really great graphics, good puzzles and an atmospheric sound score that sounds quite ominous at times.”
- “This adds nothing to difficulty or atmosphere.”
- “[h1] narrative & atmosphere [/h1]”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
59%
14%
The gameplay is characterized by a strong emphasis on puzzles, appealing to puzzle enthusiasts with a variety of mechanics, including some unique and psychological elements. However, players noted issues with visibility of interactive items and some tedious mechanics that detracted from the overall experience. While the character designs and smooth mechanics were praised, the interactions sometimes felt cheap compared to the game's beautiful artwork.
- “I loved the character designs and the game mechanics were smooth.”
- “+ puzzle-heavy gameplay for puzzle lovers, and there are some fun puzzles to solve.”
- “Not to mention that it also incorporates some psychological mechanics into the puzzles.”
- “Usually, the problem was, I didn't see something that was on the screen to pick up or I didn't understand the mechanics.”
- “Many puzzles are held back by tedious mechanics and controls.”
- “I found the artwork to be really pretty, but the character interactions involving items took away from the art by looking cheap and mechanical in comparison.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching and unique storyline, complemented by beautiful and creative graphics. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke a range of feelings, from warmth to creepiness, while the atmospheric music enhances the overall experience. The combination of challenging puzzles and a captivating narrative creates a deeply engaging emotional journey.
- “Amazing, touching story, great art to back it up, and it does a wonderful job of keeping the atmosphere at all times!”
- “An absolutely lovely puzzle game with some challenging (although never impossible) puzzles, beautiful artwork, and a touching story.”
- “I love the point 'n click 2D handmade, and the story was unique and touching!”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting numerous glitches, freezes, and crashes, particularly during startup, while others claim to have experienced no significant issues. Overall, a notable portion of users encountered technical problems that affected their gameplay experience.
- “However, I have never experienced so many glitches, freezes, and fatal errors (usually on startup) before.”
- “Unfortunately, the version that I beat crashed like 10 times on me, and I had to restart a few chapters due to glitches.”
- “- many glitches, other technical problems”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews consistently highlight the grinding aspect of the game as tedious and simplistic, with many puzzles suffering from poorly designed mechanics and a lack of logical progression. This results in a frustrating experience that detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “It's just a grunt-inducing moment of tedious game design, or incredibly simplistic.”
- “Like another reviewer said, it's tedious.”
- “Many puzzles are held back by tedious mechanics and controls.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The game features impressive character designs and smooth mechanics, but it suffers from a weak story and lacks any meaningful character development.
- “It offers very nice artwork, but unfortunately it has a weak story and absolutely zero character development.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers appreciate the game's humor for its clever blend of original concepts and amusing references to iconic figures like Méliès, H.R. Giger, and Salvador Dalí, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
- “I also liked the merging of original ideas and funny references, from Méliès to H.R. Giger... and of course, Dalí.”