Dredge is out now on iOS and Android, bringing eldritch fishing action to the palm of your hand
Rising from the depths like a haunting figure carved from ancient stone, Black Salt Games' Dredge has finally made its splash on mobile platforms. Available now on iOS and Android, this intriguing blend of eldritch horror and fishing simulation promises a thrilling experience. Imagine the chilling tales of Lovecraft combined with the joy of exploration and engaging fishing minigames; Dredge is a nautical horror that's definitely worth keeping an eye on.
In Dredge, you step into the boots of a solitary amnesiac fisherman navigating the mysterious waters around Greater Marrow, a quaint island chain. Your primary task is straightforward: catch fish and sell them to the local fishermen. However, the waters are anything but calm. Between the unsettling locals, bizarre mutated fish, eerie artefacts, and monstrous sea creatures, this game puts even the most intense episodes of Deadliest Catch to shame.
If you've ever delved into games like Sunless Sea, Dredge serves as a fully 3D spiritual successor. As you explore the diverse island chains, you'll upgrade your ship to tackle larger, more dangerous catches, salvage materials, and more. But beware: as the fog rolls in at night, you'll face more than just the scratching of strange beings at the edges of your sanity.
Dredging Dredge quickly became a fan favorite, and it's not hard to see why. The world of nautical horror is rich with themes that are both thrilling and terrifying, yet the simple pleasure of steering your sturdy fishing boat through calm waters offers a soothing counterbalance to the game's tension. Visually, Dredge walks a fine line between stylized and surreal, and with the potential for future DLC, there's a wealth of content to anticipate.
Still on the fence about diving in? Perhaps Stephen's review of Dredge will reel you in. Awarding it a gold rating, he praises its immersive atmosphere, smooth performance, and the seamless way Black Salt Games has adapted a complex array of mechanics and user interfaces for mobile devices.
