Dreams of Another
October 9, 2025
Critic Score
63.0
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"Dreams of Another may seem like it has a clever gameplay premise but it gets monotonous very fast. You might enjoy its clever story, though."
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70.0
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65.0
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80.0
"Dreams of Another is less a game and more an experience, one that lingers long after waking. While the visuals and ambient music create a haunting yet beautiful mood, the gameplay focuses on environmental storytelling and puzzle-solving. The smooth performance …"
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65.0
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60.0
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68.0
"Dreams of Another is a transformative experience that leans towards the "love it or hate it" side."
Read original review"Dreams of Another is an example of a work that confuses the means with the end, presenting itself on the market as an interactive art installation that unfortunately forgot to take care of the playful component. The work done by …"
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70.0
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85.0
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80.0
"Dreams of Another is a strange game in its concept yet beautiful in its style, blending creativity and tranquility into a unique experience. It may not appeal to those seeking action, but it will certainly catch the attention of players …"
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90.0
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70.0
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85.0
"Dreams of Another is not a standard game; it is a profound work of art. It immerses the player with its unique visuals, compelling soundtrack, and its one-of-a-kind "destruction for creation" mechanic, all while compelling us to step back and …"
Read original review"This is a very creative, beautiful, and unique game but unfortunately the extremely slow pacing really hurt the experience for me. I’m sure there will be plenty of people who enjoy this just for just the art alone, but about …"
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70.0
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45.0
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55.0
"Baiyon has made another cool game that has just enough flaws to keep the average player at bay that isn’t bought into the concept based on the director’s pedigree alone. I would say that PixelJunk Eden is still his best …"
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40.0
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30.0
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70.0
"Dreams of Another is a game I unfortunately can&s;t recommend. It has an idea that would have been better realized in a different game. The technology is interesting, the visual style colorful, but everything else works against it. It&s;s a …"
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60.0
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80.0
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70.0
"For the most part, this game will be best enjoyed by a very particular type of audience, especially those interested in philosophical musings. I’m not sure if the majority of players will fit into that audience, but I do believe …"
Read original review"At first, I had no idea what to expect from Dreams of Another, as screenshots and trailers don’t make it justice. It seems like a generic, pixelated shooter, although the game is much more than that. It’s a game that …"
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65.0
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80.0
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75.0
"Dreams of Another is a wonderful exploration of dreams, memory, materialism, and so much more. While there are points where it feels like some narrative elements outstay their welcome and there are some technical issues that can break the immersion, …"
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75.0
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65.0
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80.0
"Dreams of Another is unlike anything I&s;ve played before. The dream simulator is a playable work of art that raises more questions than it answers. The fragmented storytelling perfectly captures the surreal feeling of dreams and leaves plenty of room …"
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25.0
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35.0
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45.0
"Dream of Another tells you a story, rather than showing it to you. It can be beautiful, sad, funny, and provoking, but ultimately it was underwhelming. Or maybe I just don&s;t get it."
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85.0
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20.0
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60.0
"Dreams of Another is a beautiful experience, albeit one that is sure to be polarizing. If you’re looking for a relaxing, thought-provoking, linear experience that feels like a virtual art exhibit, you’ll likely enjoy this game. For those looking for …"
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65.0
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40.0
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55.0
"It&s;s not often I see a game that has one interesting idea that it leans on it so heavily that it snaps. "No creation without destruction" or not, there isn&s;t enough game here to wrap around the cool visuals and …"
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45.0
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30.0
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40.0
"At £30 on Steam, the asking price is frankly absurd. You’re getting one repetitive mechanic, no real innovation, and a loop that runs out of steam (no pun intended) within an hour. Dreams of Another could have been an intriguing …"
Read original review"Dreams of Another is a surreal, narrative-driven adventure from Q-Games that transforms traditional shooter mechanics into tools of creation rather than destruction. Drawing inspiration from the experimental PlayStation 3 era, it offers a meditative journey through metaphysical dreamscapes where shooting …"
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75.0
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85.0
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60.0
"With a minimalist yet deeply philosophical approach, Dreams of Another, the new project from Baiyon (PixelJunk Eden), could become one of the year’s most divisive—and also most unforgettable—releases."
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30.0
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40.0
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20.0
"Dreams of Another dazzles with its concept and stunning point-cloud visuals, but the shallow gameplay and atrocious voice acting snap you right out of the dream. It’s a bold idea let down by clumsy execution."
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75.0
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70.0
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70.0
"Dreams of Another is destined to be a polarizing title, but those who gel with its bizarre storytelling and gameplay will find an experience like no other. Q-Games continues to carve its own niche in the gaming landscape, and fans …"
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70.0
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80.0
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40.0
"Your tolerance for philosophical musings will probably determine how much you enjoy Dreams of Another."
Read original review"Dreams of Another stands out for its artistic confidence and poetic vision. Its inventive mechanics and hypnotic atmosphere make up for the lack of challenge and replayability, offering a brief yet memorable journey through Baiyon’s surreal world of dreams."
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65.0
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60.0
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70.0
"Dreams of Another is a surreal sensation of mixing creation through destruction and conversation through solitude. You come away with things on your mind, and often forget what your intent was other than to simply “understand.” This has the panache …"
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75.0
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30.0
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40.0
"Dreams of Another on PS5 offers stunning visuals and soulful ideas, but its repetition and preachy tone make this artistic experiment feel lost in its own dream."
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85.0
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70.0
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85.0
"Dreams of Another flips the trigger into a paintbrush and never lets the magic fade."
Read original review""An artistic vision that transcends gameplay." Dreams of Another offers an experience unlike any traditional game. It&s;s a blend of interactive art and a philosophical journey, where weapons become tools for creation and meaning. Despite some flaws in the narrative …"
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45.0
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55.0
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50.0
"Exploring the intrinsic link between creation and destruction, Dreams of Another hints at hidden depth, but fails to deliver it in a clear and understandable way. Repetition and disjointed storytelling undermines the narrative which is otherwise propped up by interesting …"
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60.0
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50.0
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50.0
"Dreams of Another dares to reimagine what a video game can be. Driven by poetic visions and fragments of dreams, it enchants with its aesthetics and soundtrack but struggles under the weight of its ambition. Repetitive gameplay and fragmented storytelling …"
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75.0
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30.0
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20.0
"Dreams of Another is quite dream-like in some ways; the way scenes intersperse and the surreal sights and sounds put us in that headspace. However, also like dreams, the game probably does have some sort of meaning at its core, …"
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65.0
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70.0
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85.0
"Dreams of Another isn’t for everyone; it’s an abstract, philosophical experience more like interactive art than a traditional game. Visually and aurally captivating, it blends unique art direction with dreamy music, encouraging reflection on destruction and creation. It has repetitive …"
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92.0
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86.0
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78.0
"Dreams of Another isn’t just a game—it’s a reflection on creativity itself. In a landscape dominated by predictable formulas, Q-Games has crafted something rare and brave: a dream that dares to ask what it means to create. And in doing …"
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