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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Entertainment, Video games, Film, Music, Publishing, Entertainment |
| Founded | 2016 |
Area served | Worldwide |
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| Website | dreamverse |
Dreamverse is an independent multimedia entertainment studio founded in 2016. The studio focuses on storytelling across various media, including video games, film, music, and literature. Dreamverse is known for its innovative and experimental projects, such as the psychological horror game Ouroboros: Prelude, the retro-inspired arcade game Colorvore, and the experimental film Ruins of Man, music production releases like ASMR Studios' A Rainy Night in Synth City and metal tracks by ANTHYMNICA, as well as literature with works like the serial novel Paradise.
History
2014–2016: Early Beginnings and Official Formation
Dreamverse began in 2014 with small, experimental projects centered on creative storytelling and games. In 2016, Dreamverse was officially established as an independent studio as Dreamverse Entertainment, LLC.
2017–2019: Game Development and Expansion
In 2017, Dreamverse released its debut game, Ouroboros: Prelude[1]. This psychological horror game, available on Steam, featured procedural generation, non-linear storytelling, and an original soundtrack, showcasing the studio's focus on experimental game design.[2] Ouroboros: Prelude was ranked in the 67th percentile of games on Steam.[3] In 2019, Dreamverse expanded its gaming portfolio with Colorvore, a retro-inspired arcade game, and CLIMB OUT!, a procedurally generated platformer, both with global leaderboards, which placed in the 72nd and 64th percentile of games of that year (respectively). During this period, the studio also ventured into literature with the serial web novel Paradise and The Collected Poetic Works of Alvis G. Intelisano, Volume 1.
2020–2021: Diversification and Challenges
In 2020, Dreamverse diversified into film with Ruins of Man, an experimental documentary-style project in collaboration with Uncustomary Studios[4]. The studio also announced a large platformer project for a client under NDA. However, due to challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, many projects were slowed in production or put on indefinite hiatus.
2022–Present: Recovery and Multimedia Growth
Despite lingering challenges from the pandemic, Dreamverse resumed content creation in 2022, releasing Silence - A Fable, a short audiobook of Edgar Allan Poe's work of the same name. Dreamverse expanded its music portfolio, publishing A Rainy Night in Synth City by ASMR Studios and tracks by the metal band ANTHYMNICA: Dark Star’s Glow, The Greatest of Weapons, and The Iron Sleigh, all available on major streaming platforms.
Products
Video Games
| Year | Title | Developer | Publisher | Platforms | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Ouroboros: Prelude | Dreamverse Entertainment | Dreamverse Entertainment | Windows | [5] |
| 2019 | Colorvore | Dreamverse Entertainment | Dreamverse Entertainment | Windows | [6] |
| 2019 | CLIMB OUT! | Dreamverse Entertainment | Dreamverse Entertainment | Windows | [7] |
Ouroboros: Prelude
Released on September 29, 2017, Ouroboros: Prelude is a psychological horror game. It combines stealth, puzzles, and non-linear storytelling, with procedural generation and dungeon randomization mechanics, ensuring no two playthroughs are ever the same, a story based from Alchemic, Germanic, and Renaissance era history, and an original soundtrack by ASMR Studios [8].
Colorvore
Launched on February 23, 2019, Colorvore is a retro-inspired arcade game where players control Chromy, collecting matching color orbs to prevent fading while avoiding traps and a black hole[9][10]. The game features global leaderboards and dynamic gameplay, appealing to both casual and competitive players.
CLIMB OUT!
Released on October 5, 2019, CLIMB OUT! is a procedurally generated platformer where players ascend to avoid rising lava and obstacles. Its arcade-style mechanics and global leaderboards evoke classic retro games, offering a fast-paced, replayable experience.[11]
Film
Ruins of Man
Released on March 5, 2020, Ruins of Man is an experimental documentary-style film created in collaboration with Uncustomary Studios. It explores humanity's past and present creations with a haunting soundtrack and no narration[12].
Music
Dreamverse produces and publishes music across genres, including game soundtracks, ambient tracks, and metal, often collaborating with artists to create immersive audio experiences.
ANTHYMNICA
ANTHYMNICA is a metal music project producing original and fan-inspired tracks:
- Dark Star’s Glow (June 22, 2024) – A tribute to defenders of Super Earth in a fictional universe, blending heavy metal with narrative depth.
- The Greatest of Weapons (October 27, 2024) – Honors those who fought the Automaton menace in Vernen Wells, showcasing thematic storytelling.
- The Iron Sleigh (December 26, 2024) – A metal tribute to Saint Nicholas as a northern warrior, combining mythological themes with intense instrumentation.
ASMR Studios
- A Rainy Night in Synth City (May 13, 2024) – An ASMR-inspired ambient track with rain soundscapes and synths, designed to create a calming, immersive experience.
Ouroboros: Prelude - Soundtrack
Released alongside the game on September 29, 2017, this soundtrack by ASMR Studios enhances the game's atmosphere and is available on Steam. Its haunting melodies complement the game's Lovecraftian themes.
Literature
Paradise
First released on January 12, 2019, Paradise is an ongoing serial web novel featuring anthropomorphic characters in a dystopian sci-fi setting.
The Collected Poetic Works of Alvis G. Intelisano, Volume 1
Released on November 27, 2019, this anthology features poems by Alvis G. Intelisano, showcasing diverse literary styles.
Other Media
Silence - A Fable
Released on November 15, 2022, this is a short audiobook of Edgar Allan Poe's Silence - A Fable.
References
- ↑ "Ouroboros: Prelude - PCGamingWiki PCGW". PCGamingWiki.
- ↑ " "More Games Like - Ouroboros Prelude". MoreGamesLike.com. Dreamverse Entertainment.
Ouroboros: Prelude is a Survival-Horror, Adventure, Puzzle, and Single-player video game developed by Dreamverse Entertainment for Windows. Throughout the gameplay, the player has to escape from this hunted place where everything is red. The player has lost his senses due to starvation and deprivation. The player controls the character from a first-person perspective, and the dangers arise from all around to take the character down. Be careful as the shadows keep following the footsteps, and evil will don't let the player leave. The player has to discover the reality and hidden treasures before evil catches him. The player has no weapons to defend himself; instead, he can run and hide somewhere from the evil. Every object in the environment is intractable, and the player has to play strategically. Experience the dark adventure, face off devil and shadows, interact with objects, and uncover the mysteries. The significant features of the game are Interacted Environment, First-person Perspective, and Secrets to Reveal.
- ↑ "Games released in 2017". SteamSpy.
- ↑ "IMDB, Ruins of Man". IMDb. IMDb.com, Inc.
- ↑ "Ouroboros: Prelude". Steam.
- ↑ "Colorvore". Steam.
- ↑ "CLIMB OUT!". Steam.
- ↑ Gulbrandr. "Indie Games Digest [Issue #27]". Gumroad.
"Ouroboros: Prelude" is a first-person survival horror game developed and published by Dreamverse Entertainment, released on September 29, 2017. It offers a dark and atmospheric experience where players are trapped in a dungeon where they are haunted and hunted. The game features a unique dungeon randomization mechanic, ensuring no two playthroughs are alike, with randomized levels, rooms, puzzles, and scares. It draws inspiration from Alchemic, Germanic, and Renaissance era history, weaving a brooding original story centered on themes of madness. Players must rely on their wits, cunning, and the ability to manage light sources to navigate through the ever-changing dungeon and uncover the reasons for their imprisonment.
- ↑ "Colorvore". Steam.
- ↑ Zaxtor99. Colorvore - First Play On Launch Day!. YouTube.
This Game Is Like A Rainbow In The Drab Darkness of Steam!
{{cite AV media}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ↑ Zaxtor99. Zaxtor's Indie Gold! #29 - Climb Out!. YouTube.
More Challenge Than Ever Has Been Put Into This 99 Cent Game
{{cite AV media}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ↑ Dreamverse. "Ruins of Man (2020)". Patreon.
