Dreamscapes: The Sandman (2013)

Developer: Shaman Games Studio
Publisher: Joindots GmbH
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch
Genres: Puzzle, Sport, Strategy, Adventure, Arcade
Where to get it: Nintendo eShop

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How it feels

A methodical, atmospheric puzzle journey through fragmented dreamscapes where each collected item nudges a slow-burn mystery forward.

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About

Dreamscapes: The Sandman is a hidden object puzzle adventure where players enter the subconscious of a coma patient named Laura. Using a specialized device to navigate her fractured dreams, the objective is to solve environmental puzzles and defeat the Sandman, an entity trapping her within her own mind. Gameplay involves point-and-click exploration across various dream worlds, featuring logic-based mini-games and hidden object scenes. The experience focuses on collecting items to overcome character-driven fears, utilizing a progressive hint system to guide players through the narrative.

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