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The Dreamer Must Die

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The Dreamer Must Die

'The Dreamer Must Die' is an RPG-lite shooter where you're the only hope for a fading dream world. Advance the story, find new equipment, and improve your character within the MIND menu to ensure your survival. Wake up (or lie down?) and unravel the mystery of The Dream World!

Action Adventure Indie RPG Early Access
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A mysterious figure named The Dreamer has appeared in the dream world, and summoned an ominous tower that looms over the sky. If that's not bad enough, shadowy creatures have begun to spawn and is causing all forms of torment on the residents. However, they do have one last hope left, you. But is hope really enough?


The dream has become a dangerous nightmare, infested with shadow-spawn that appear in many varieties. Utilize a wide range of equipment, level your character, upgrade your arms, to make the most of you are given.


Ahlquist Interactive is a startup development studio. A.I. hell-bent on the goal of creating fun and unique games that leave a lasting impression. Currently on this project there's Hunter Ahlquist for programming, art assets, and direction, and John Della Franco for music.

Be sure to join the A.I. Discord server and drop a hello!


WOW, you really read all of that! I'll be honest, that description reads like every other description on this platform, I'm surprised that your eyes didn't roll to the back of your head. And I mean who even is this "Hunter Ahlquist" guy anyway? He introduced himself like some kind of household name... Regardless, I hope you're interested in the game, Hunter wont feed me until I hit my wishlist quota.

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PAX West 2023 Demo Demo version 1.0.6 released!
System requirements Windows · macOS · Linux

Windows

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: 2.4 GHz base clock or equivalent
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics or equivalent
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 15 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Intel Iris Xe Graphics tested on an i7-11370H mobile CPU at 1080p. Disk space is an approximation, more space may be required in future updates.

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: 3.6GHz base clock or equivalent
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GTX 1060 or equivalent
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 15 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Disk space is an approximation, more space may be required in future updates.

macOS

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: MacOS 10.13+
  • Processor: Intel Core i5+ (unless inside the Macbook Air 🔥🔥🔥)
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Metal compatible GPU (2018 forward)
  • Storage: 15 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Seriously, the Intel Macbook Air is a toaster.

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: MacOS 11+
  • Processor: Apple M1+
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Metal compatible GPU (2021 forward)
  • Storage: 15 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Macbook Air on Apple Silicon should be good.

Linux

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Ubuntu 20.04, Ubuntu 18.04, and CentOS 7
  • Processor: x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support.
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Vulkan capable.
  • Storage: 15 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Ubuntu 20.04, Ubuntu 18.04, and CentOS 7
  • Processor: x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support.
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Vulkan capable.
  • Storage: 15 GB available space
Game details Languages, features & support
Publisher
Ahlquist Interactive
Brazilian rating
14
Steam Germany rating
16
Content warning
The Dreamer Must Die contains dark psychological themes, and may not be appropriate for all audiences.
Controller support
full
Features
Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Gamepad Recommended, DualShock Controller Support, DualShock Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
Languages
English*
*languages with full audio support
Compatibility & accessibility Steam Deck, controllers & access features

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Input
Controller support: unknown
Structured language support (1)
LanguageInterfaceFull audioSubtitles
EnglishYesYesYes
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Early Access Abandoned

Time in EA
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Dreamer Must Die free to play?
Yes, The Dreamer Must Die is free to play on Steam.
What genre is The Dreamer Must Die?
The Dreamer Must Die is a Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Early Access game.
Who developed The Dreamer Must Die?
The Dreamer Must Die was developed by Ahlquist Interactive and published by Ahlquist Interactive.
What platforms does The Dreamer Must Die support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS, Linux.