An Abyss of Dreams

Set against the shadowy backdrop of Quebec, *An Abyss of Dreams* follows young Thérèse as she grapples with loss and confinement after being sent to the harsh Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Passion Orphanage following her mother’s death. The orphanage is a grim place ruled by silence, cruelty, and rigid faith, but each night Thérèse escapes into a parallel dream realm. Initially appearing tranquil and ethereal, this dream world soon reveals disturbing and otherworldly horrors lurking beneath its surface, hinting at deeper secrets tied to the suffering endured within the orphanage’s walls. This 3D point-and-click cosmic horror adventure invites players to navigate two interconnected realities—the bleak orphanage and the unsettling dreamscape—to unravel a haunting mystery. Through exploration of intricately crafted environments and engagement with puzzles that blend the tangible with the surreal, players uncover clues that shed light on the dark history surrounding Quebec’s Catholic institutions and their impact on vulnerable children. The narrative weaves a poignant and unsettling story, challenging players to confront the haunting legacy and hidden traumas that shape Thérèse’s fractured world.