Shape of Dreams
Action
Adventure
Indie
RPG
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Shape of Dreams delivers fast-paced, dreamlike action in a vivid roguelite world. Dive into ever-changing realms with tight controls, fluid combat, and high-stakes battles. Whether playing solo or with up to three friends, each run is a thrilling test of reflexes and strategy.

Developers: Lizard Smoothie
Publishers: NEOWIZ
Release Date: Sep 10, 2025
Price (USD): $24.99
Current Players: 2.1k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(94%)
build flexibility
replayability
co-op experience
visual design
unique characters
balance concerns
run length
performance issues
difficulty spike
grind
UI navigation
Overall, the reviews for the game are overwhelmingly positive, with players expressing love for its depth of build options and engaging cooperative play. However, there are issues with performance and the steep difficulty of the final boss that some players find frustrating. The grind required for progression is a point of contention, as while it adds depth, it can feel excessive. Strong visual and audio design complement the immersive gameplay experience.

Positive Points

  • Players praise the game's flexibility and depth, with many options for building diverse and powerful character builds.
  • The game offers a high level of replayability and addictive gameplay, with many finding it hard to put down once started.
  • The cooperative multiplayer aspect is lauded as smooth and engaging, enhancing the fun when playing with friends.
  • Visual and audio design, including the graphics and soundtrack, receive high praise for contributing to an immersive game atmosphere.
  • The variety of characters and their unique abilities provide a fresh experience in each run.
  • Negative Points

  • Some players experience technical issues, such as performance drops and lag, especially in multiplayer settings.
  • There is criticism of the final boss being too difficult and requiring specific builds to defeat, creating a steep difficulty spike.
  • The grind required for character progression and unlocking features is seen as excessive by some players.
  • Controller navigation and UI response are noted as clunky or cumbersome, hindering the gameplay experience.
  • Mixed Points

  • While build diversity and flexibility are praised, some players feel that certain skills or characters are overpowered or underwhelming, leading to balance concerns.
  • The game's length and pacing of runs are seen as both a positive for depth and a negative for time commitment.
  • Common Themes

  • The game's blending of ARPG and MOBA elements into a cooperative roguelite is an appreciated innovation.
  • It appeals to fans of other games like Risk of Rain, Hades, and League of Legends, especially those who enjoy theorycrafting.
  • Performance and optimization are frequent points of contention, with many hoping for future improvements.
  • The fun and challenge of creating and testing new character builds are high points in player experiences.
  • Updated 10/13/2025, 12:01:05 AM UTC