Suspense: Madman's Dreams

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Suspense: Madman's Dreams is a single player simulation game with horror, drama, mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by Tessermind and was released on April 8, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

This psychological adventure, focused on narrative, is based on a scientific representation of mental disorders. Are you ready to face the fears of people suffering from mental illnesses? Use your voice as the voice of the main character to get as close to them as possible.

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Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a unique atmosphere and high-quality graphics that immerse players in a horror experience.
It offers innovative mechanics, such as the microphone feature, and presents a fresh perspective on psychological themes.
The game includes intriguing locations and design elements that provide a sense of exploration and suspense.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues that disrupt gameplay and immersion.
It is very short, with many players feeling that the content is insufficient for a full-priced release.
The narrative is disjointed and lacks coherence, making it difficult for players to engage with the story.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are praised for their immersive atmosphere and a blend of surreal visuals and realistic elements. While some players appreciate the artistic approach, others feel that the reliance on confusion detracts from the storytelling. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's unique aesthetic.
- “The wonderful atmosphere and graphics will immerse you in this state.”
- “Graphically, it was good.”
- “+ realistic graphics”
- “The game leans heavily on surreal visuals and symbolic language, as if confusion alone is a substitute for storytelling.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is criticized for its lack of coherence, with characters introduced and removed without context, leaving the narrative feeling disjointed. While it employs surreal visuals and symbolic language, many reviewers feel that this approach prioritizes confusion over meaningful storytelling. Overall, the narrative is seen as tired and unengaging.
- “The story is good too.”
- “Characters appear without introduction, vanish without explanation, and the story never attempts to tie anything together.”
- “The game leans heavily on surreal visuals and symbolic language, as if confusion alone is a substitute for storytelling.”
- “Puzzles that seem as tired as the story.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the horror game is praised for its unique microphone mechanic, which adds an interesting layer, though some players find it challenging to adapt to. However, the lack of subtitles and limited use of the voice feature have led to criticism, with some feeling it was underutilized and not fully integrated into the experience. Overall, the game is recommended for its engaging horror elements and thoughtful approach to psychological themes.
- “Good horror game, I liked that one of the mechanics is a microphone. I still haven't gotten used to using it in horror games. I liked the developer's view on people with psychological illnesses; I recommend.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and offers a unique twist with the microphone mechanic, adding an extra layer of immersion.”
- “The combination of psychological themes and innovative gameplay mechanics creates a captivating experience.”
- “There are no subtitles when that is an option, and the voice feature—despite being a touted mechanic—is barely used, making it feel like an afterthought.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by stunning graphics that create an immersive experience, complemented by a gloomy ambiance that enhances the overall mood.
- “The wonderful atmosphere and graphics will immerse you in this state.”
- “+ gloomy atmosphere”
- “The game has a consistently gloomy atmosphere that feels oppressive.”
- “The overall ambiance is quite gloomy, which detracts from the experience.”
- “I found the atmosphere to be overwhelmingly gloomy, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is mixed; while it runs smoothly and avoids common optimization issues found in many indie horror titles, it suffers from significant bugs and a lack of engaging gameplay elements. The repetitive puzzles and underutilized microphone feature detract from the overall experience.
- “It's not full of all of the overused assets that most indie horror games use, and it runs great, which is nice to see after so many terribly optimized UE games have been plaguing the horror market.”
- “The game is disastrously buggy, its puzzles are simple and repetitive (consisting mostly of finding number combinations for padlocks), and the microphone gimmick is used only once or twice before being completely dropped and forgotten.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for lacking resolution and payoff, leaving players feeling unsatisfied. Reviewers note the absence of a core message or meaningful emotional journey, describing the narrative as fragmented and superficial.
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its excellent optimization, standing out in the indie horror genre by avoiding overused assets and running smoothly, especially in contrast to many poorly optimized Unreal Engine titles.
- “It's not full of all of the overused assets that most indie horror games use, and it runs great, which is nice to see after so many terribly optimized UE games have been plaguing the horror market.”

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Suspense: Madman's Dreams is a simulation game with horror, drama, mystery and thriller themes.

Suspense: Madman's Dreams is available on PC and Windows.

Suspense: Madman's Dreams was released on April 8, 2025.

Suspense: Madman's Dreams was developed by Tessermind.

Suspense: Madman's Dreams has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Suspense: Madman's Dreams is a single player game.

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