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'The Dreamer Must Die' is an RPG shooter where you're the only hope for a fading dream world. Advance the story, find new equipment, and improve your character within the MIND menu to ensure your survival.
The Dreamer Must Die
Steam
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A mysterious figure named The Dreamer has appeared in the dream world, and summoned an ominous tower that looms over the sky. If that's not bad enough, shadowy creatures have begun to spawn and is causing all forms of torment on the residents. However, they do have one last hope left, you. But is hope really enough?

The dream has become a dangerous nightmare, infested with shadow-spawn that appear in many varieties. Utilize a wide range of equipment, level your character, upgrade your arms, to make the most of you are given.



Ahlquist Interactive is a startup development studio. A.I. hell-bent on the goal of creating fun and unique games that leave a lasting impression. Currently on this project there's Hunter Ahlquist for programming, art assets, and direction, and John Della Franco for music. Be sure to join the A.I. Discord server and drop a hello!

WOW, you really read all of that! I'll be honest, that description reads like every other description on this platform, I'm surprised that your eyes didn't roll to the back of your head. And I mean who even is this "Hunter Ahlquist" guy anyway? He introduced himself like some kind of household name... Regardless, I hope you're interested in the game, Hunter wont feed me until I hit my wishlist quota.

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