An Abyss of Dreams (2026)

Developer: Studio Chien d'Or
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 29 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 6.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You wander through surreal, dreamlike landscapes, solving puzzles at a contemplative pace while a sense of mystery and quiet adventure hangs in the air.

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What players say

Players praise its dark historical setting about Quebec's Duplessis orphans and Lovecraftian horror, but some find the story relentlessly bleak. The puzzles strike a balance between challenging and rewarding, and the game is short at around 4 hours. Some players struggle with puzzles from the start. The voice acting is in French with English subtitles.

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