The Dream Collector
- December 17, 2017
- Pinta Studios
Get on Steam"The Dream Collector" is a narrative-driven adventure game where players collect dreams and solve puzzles in a surreal world. As the Dream Collector, players journey through various dreamscapes, meeting unique characters and uncovering their deepest desires. With hand-drawn art and a focus on storytelling, players must use their wits and empathy to help dreamers and unravel the mysteries of the dream world.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- A cute and well-made short Christmas story that is enjoyable for both children and adults.
- The animation and attention to detail are commendable, creating a heartwarming experience.
- It's an affordable VR experience that showcases the potential of storytelling in virtual reality.
- The experience is extremely short (about 12 minutes) and lacks interactivity, making it feel more like a short film than a game.
- The story is simple and not particularly engaging, with some reviewers suggesting it should be free.
- Technical issues and difficulty starting the experience on certain VR systems detract from the overall enjoyment.
- story21 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story is a short, charming Christmas tale that, while brief (approximately 12 minutes), showcases impressive production values and immersive storytelling techniques. However, opinions are mixed, with some reviewers finding it overly simplistic and lacking depth, while others appreciate its emotional impact and visual appeal. Overall, it is seen as a delightful experience, particularly for fans of short animated narratives.
“Although it is very short, it has a very interesting story, good environment visuals, and soundtrack. Definitely looking forward to more of this kind of storytelling games.”
“I adore this short film -- it perfectly demonstrates the immense potential of VR as a storytelling medium.”
“The story is easy to follow and has a touching ending.”
“Extremely short (about 12 minutes) and very lame story where nothing really happens.”
“It's not a story, because there is none.”
“With the title and the 'dream concept', I expected more than an extremely simple Christmas story that hardly goes anywhere.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are a mixed bag; while some users appreciate the well-crafted environments and character designs, others find them to be only average, noting the reuse of simple scenes and a lack of graphical fidelity. Overall, the visuals complement the engaging storytelling, making for an enjoyable experience despite some limitations.
“Although it is very short, it has a very interesting story, good environment visuals, and a great soundtrack. I'm definitely looking forward to more of this kind of storytelling games.”
“Even though this title is only 12 minutes long, the graphics, characters, environments, soundtrack, and unnarrated story are all well thought out, strong, and extremely enjoyable for people of all ages.”
“It's surprising to see such a high level of graphics fidelity, especially given the comic style.”
“The graphics are just semi-okay; it's really only 3-4 simple scenes that are being reused.”
“It's strange that we get reprojection at such a low level of graphics fidelity (comic).”
“Even though this title is only 12 minutes long, the graphics, characters, and environments feel underdeveloped.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching story and heartwarming themes, despite limited interactivity. Players find the narrative easy to follow, culminating in a poignant ending that resonates deeply.
“Nothing interactive, except where you look, but that doesn't lessen the production value or the really touching story.”
“Heartwarming.”
“The story is easy to follow and has a touching ending.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in this title is highly praised for its emotional resonance and strong thematic presence, enhancing the overall experience despite the game's brief duration. The well-crafted soundtrack complements the graphics and storytelling, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
“This opening sequence resonated strongly with me, as I'm sure it will with many, regardless of whether you had dreams of being a musician or not; the music is merely symbolic.”
“Even though this title is only 12 minutes long, the graphics, characters, environments, soundtrack, and unnarrated story are all well thought out, strong, and extremely enjoyable for people of all ages.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged throughout the game.”
“While the soundtrack has some good moments, it often feels out of place and doesn't match the game's tone.”
“The audio quality is subpar, with some tracks sounding muffled and poorly mixed, detracting from the overall experience.”
