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Afterdream

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2023

Should you play it?

Get lost in a lucid dream, bending the lines between reality and fiction. Utilize the strange camera to navigate through the ghosts' mysterious residence. Find the purpose of your nocturnal visit in a vivid and dreamlike setting.

What works

  • Strong emotional narrative
  • Unique camera mechanic
  • Atmospheric pixel art and sound design
  • Accessible and intuitive puzzles
  • Short and focused gameplay

Things to keep in mind

  • Story can feel shallow or fragmented
  • Puzzles are very easy and sometimes trivial
  • Lack of replayability and progression depth
  • Some players find pacing slow or linear
  • No localization in some languages at launch

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Last update: 07/09/2026