
Dream Shark - Pt. 1
15 May 2025 · (14 months ago) · Full Release
An 8-bit sci-fi action-adventure game about learning presence through a child's lucid dream.
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Developer: Benjamin McCarthy Publisher: Dream Shark
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About this game
When an escapist childâs VR mask breaks, he begins to have intense nightmares. He must learn presence through his dream characters to face the shadowy beast he runs from.
Play as TAC, a cyborg cyclops child living on the moon in the year 2300. TAC racks up points in virtual reality and explores the futuristic moonscape with a jetpack to avoid the struggles of family life. But when his routine is disrupted, heâs pulled into a journey deep within his subconscious.
Enter TACâs dreamscapeâa lush crystal island inhabited by an advanced society of axolotls. Solve puzzles, challenges, and hidden mysteries to unlock mini-games and extras, helping TAC become lucid and take control of his dream - but beware, the Dream Shark is always lurking.
Features
A Constantly Evolving Experience â Gameplay shifts between top-down exploration, platforming, isometric puzzles, faux-3D sequences, and shoot âem ups.
Two Worlds, One Journey â Explore the tech-dominated moon and the organic dream island, each with distinct environments, characters, and challenges.
Intuitive & Accessible Gameplay â Simple controls with clear guidance make it easy to jump in, though basic reading comprehension is required.
A Fully Original Chiptune Soundtrack â Immerse yourself in a dynamic score that adapts to TACâs journey.
Cinematic 8-Bit Pixel Art â A richly detailed retro aesthetic, handcrafted for an authentic Game Boy experience.
Made by One Developer â A passion project built entirely by Benjamin McCarthy.
Do you have what it takes to face the Dream Shark?
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System requirements
Minimum: OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel i3 Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Storage: 500 MB available space
Features & accessibility
PC system requirements
Minimum: OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel i3 Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Storage: 500 MB available space
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