The Dreamhold (Game)

The Dreamhold

GAME » on June 24, 2004

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Fantasy Interactive Fiction created by Andrew Plotkin, as both a game and an introduction to the genre.

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Overview

The Dreamhold is a piece of interactive fiction written by Andrew Plotkin (Person). The game was created with Inform 6 and is available for free both in source form and a Z-code game file. Interpreters are available for a wide variety of platforms, and the game can also be played online using a web browser. Furthermore, there is an app for iOS and a Windows game package available for free download.

Gameplay

A game functioning as an introduction to interactive fiction. One concept usual to the genre is introduced at a time, with many hint possibilities available. The help system can however be turned off and the game played as normal interactive fiction.

Awards

2004 XYZZY Awards

Winner: Best Game, Best Writing, Best Story, Best Setting, Best Individual Puzzle Nominee: Best Puzzles, Best Use of Medium

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