Dreams of Another

 PlayStation 5
  • Publisher: Q-Games
  • Release Date: Oct 10, 2025
  • Also On: PC
Metascore
58

Mixed or average reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 16
  3. Negative: 5 out of 16
  1. Noisy Pixel
    Oct 6, 2025
    85
    Dreams of Another is a surreal, narrative-driven adventure from Q-Games that transforms traditional shooter mechanics into tools of creation rather than destruction. Drawing inspiration from the experimental PlayStation 3 era, it offers a meditative journey through metaphysical dreamscapes where shooting reveals memories, solves puzzles, and unravels existential mysteries. While its abstract structure and lack of conventional action may alienate some players, those seeking a thought-provoking, emotionally resonant experience will find much to admire in its layered storytelling and haunting visual design.
  2. Impulsegamer
    Oct 14, 2025
    80
    Dreams of Another, much like the Richard Linklater movie it reminds me of, isn’t for everyone; it’s disjointed, abstract, and constructed in a way that is purposefully designed to confuse and, at times, frustrate. However, if you’re the kind of person who has an appreciation for games as art and enjoys seeing genre conventions turned on their head to brilliant effect, Dreams of Another is one slice of philosophical gaming whimsy you won’t want to sleep on.
  3. GameBlast
    Oct 7, 2025
    75
    Dreams of Another stands out for its artistic confidence and poetic vision. Its inventive mechanics and hypnotic atmosphere make up for the lack of challenge and replayability, offering a brief yet memorable journey through Baiyon’s surreal world of dreams.
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  1. The Verge
    Oct 14, 2025
    The strangeness of it all can make things difficult to follow. The game is often more concerned with exploring ideas about art, consciousness, and human nature rather than having every moment make sense or be “fun.” But it also has a welcome sense of unpredictability; at any moment during my six-hour-long playthrough, I had basically no idea what to expect. I found that, like in a real dream, even if it’s tough to keep everything straight, there are profound moments that stick with you long after it’s over.