The Dream Machine (video game)

The Dream Machine is an episodic point-and-click adventure game developed and published by Cockroach Inc. Initially released in 2010 as an independent project, the game is known for its distinctive art style utilizing stop-motion animation with real-world materials such as clay and cardboard.

The game follows the story of Victor Neff, a young man who moves into a new apartment building with his wife, Alicia. As Victor explores his surroundings and interacts with the building's eccentric tenants, he uncovers a disturbing secret involving the building's landlord and a mysterious dream machine that allows people to enter and manipulate the dreams of others.

Gameplay primarily involves exploring environments, collecting items, solving puzzles, and engaging in dialogue with non-player characters. The episodic nature of the game allows for a gradual unfolding of the narrative and the introduction of new characters and plot threads over time. The game explores themes of dreams, reality, privacy, and the potential dangers of technological advancement.

The game was released in six chapters over several years. The Dream Machine: Chapter 1 & 2 were initially released in 2010, followed by subsequent chapters until the release of The Dream Machine: Chapter 6 in 2017. The complete game is available on various digital distribution platforms.