Dream Zone
| Industry | Video game development |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1988 |
| Products | Dream Zone |
Dream Zone is an adventure game created by JAM Software and distributed by Baudville. Initially launched in 1988 for the Apple II and Apple IIGS, it was later adapted for MS-DOS, the Amiga, and the Atari ST platforms.
Plot
The narrative of Dream Zone revolves around a scientist's potion that ensnares the protagonist within a fantastical dream realm. This world features menacing monsters, sorcery, airships, a castle suspended in the air, and intricate administrative challenges that the player must overcome to escape back to the real world.
Reception
The game received commendation from Compute! for its surreal ambiance, satirical elements, and notably the Apple IIGS version's visual presentation, which was considered remarkable work by two high school students. Later evaluations praised its graphical quality, storyline, and user interface. In issue #134 of Dragon, it earned a perfect rating of 5 stars.
From a commercial standpoint, Dream Zone achieved sales exceeding 10,000 units, resulting in roughly $15,000 in earnings for its creators.
External links
- (archived)
- Dream Zone at MobyGames