This update, released on November 30, 2021, for PlayStation 4, introduces significant enhancements to the creation experience and adds a new playable game. It focuses on expanding the tools and content available to players, aiming to streamline the process of building and sharing new experiences within the Dreams ecosystem. The update is not a standalone title but rather a substantial addition to the core Dreams game, enriching its existing capabilities.

What's New in This Update?

This update brings a notable overhaul to the creation tools and introduces a new, pre-made game titled "Ancient Dangers: A Bat's Tale." This new game is a dungeon-crawling action experience that features orcs and supports local co-op play, offering a distinct gameplay loop within Dreams. While it does not support VR, its inclusion provides a ready-to-play adventure for those looking for immediate engagement.

Expanded Creation Capabilities with Templates

A key component of this update is the introduction of templates. These pre-designed structures and systems allow creators to quickly assemble themed dreams. The update includes templates for various genres, such as:

Mini golf courses
Speedrun challenges
2D platformers
Shmups (shoot 'em ups)

Furthermore, a comprehensive toolkit is provided to modify and adapt the "Ancient Dangers" dungeon-crawling game, enabling users to transform it into entirely new creations. This feature significantly lowers the barrier to entry for aspiring game designers within Dreams.

New Playable Content and Features

The update adds "Ancient Dangers: A Bat's Tale," a dungeon-crawling action game. This new title includes:

New PlayStation trophies to unlock.
Local co-op functionality, allowing multiple players to team up.

How Does This Update Affect the Dreams Experience?

This update fundamentally enhances the Dreams platform by providing both ready-made content and more accessible creation tools. The introduction of templates empowers players to experiment with different game types more efficiently, fostering a more diverse and rapidly evolving library of user-generated content. The inclusion of "Ancient Dangers: A Bat's Tale" also offers a polished, co-op enabled experience that showcases the potential of the Dreams engine.

What Kind of Games Can Be Created with the New Templates?

The templates provided in this update are designed to facilitate the creation of a wide range of game genres. Players can leverage these pre-built systems to develop:

Mini Golf: Design and play custom miniature golf courses.
Speedrun Challenges: Create obstacle courses and timed trials.
2D Platformers: Build classic side-scrolling adventures.
Shmups: Develop top-down or side-scrolling shooter games.
Dungeon Crawlers: Utilize and modify the toolkit from "Ancient Dangers" to create unique dungeon-exploring experiences.

Additional Content Information

As of the current date, there are no separate DLCs, expansions, remakes, or remasters available for this specific update. The content is integrated directly into the Dreams platform as part of this release.