I've played this game for a few hours and it's awesome! The world building is great. You're a kid living on the moon just doing kid stuff (going to school, getting yelled at by your parents, the usual). There's a matrix/internet thing kids play on where they can make their own universe. Seems oddly realistic for a kid moon life. Even though the graphics are simple Gameboy graphics, there's still a ton of detail. As far as the actual gameplay goes this game has a lot of different things going on. It's probably best defined as a story driven RPG. Some scenes are top down, some are isometric, some are profile view. The story starts out as a kid trying to get to school, meets an influential person, and becomes inspired. I don't want to spoil anything more. My favorite thing about this game is all the different minigames. Each scene seems to have something different or something else to play with. Some of the minigames are... Some include: Jetpack platformer where you jump from rock to ro...
Dream Shark - Pt. 1
- Release Date:
- May 15, 2025
- Developer:
- Benjamin McCarthy
- Publisher:
- Dream Shark
- Platforms:
- Windows
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About This Game
When an escapist child’s 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, he’s pulled into a journey deep within his subconscious.
Enter TAC’s dreamscape—a 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 – Gameplay shifts between top-down exploration, platforming, isometric puzzles, faux-3D sequences, and shoot ‘em ups.
Two Worlds, One Journey – Explore the tech-dominated moon and the organic dream island, each with distinct environments, characters, and challenges.
Intuitive & Accessible Gameplay – Simple controls with clear guidance make it easy to jump in, though basic reading comprehension is required.
A Fully Original Chiptune Soundtrack – Immerse yourself in a dynamic score that adapts to TAC’s journey.
Cinematic 8-Bit Pixel Art – A richly detailed retro aesthetic, handcrafted for an authentic Game Boy experience.
Made by One Developer – 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
Recommended
- Memory: 4 MB RAM
FAQ
How much does Dream Shark - Pt. 1 cost?
Dream Shark - Pt. 1 costs $14.99.
What are the system requirements for Dream Shark - Pt. 1?
Minimum: Minimum: OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel i3 Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Storage: 500 MB available space Recommended: Recommended: Memory: 4 MB RAM
What platforms is Dream Shark - Pt. 1 available on?
Dream Shark - Pt. 1 is available on Windows PC.
Is Dream Shark - Pt. 1 worth buying?
Dream Shark - Pt. 1 has 100% positive reviews from 1 players.
When was Dream Shark - Pt. 1 released?
Dream Shark - Pt. 1 was released on May 15, 2025.
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