Key takeaways
DREADMOOR at a glance
- Available on Steam.
- Developed by Dream Dock, published by Digital Vortex Entertainment.
- Player momentum surged ~58× in a few days.
- Reached #13 on Steam Popular Coming Soon.
- 20 YouTube videos with 1.7M combined views.
What is DREADMOOR?
DREADMOOR is a dark first-person fishing adventure game set in a submerged world, rotting from a past catastrophe, made by Dream Dock. A playable demo is out ahead of the full release, currently dated Nov 9, 2026.
DREADMOOR is an atmospheric first-person fishing adventure game set in a flooded world. Skill-based fishing, survival crafting, real-time combat, and exploration through rotting wetlands define your journey across land claimed by sea and decay. Take the helm of a fishing trawler and explore a world flooded by a catastrophic human mistake.
DREADMOOR is made by Dream Dock and published by Digital Vortex Entertainment. A playable demo is out ahead of the full release, currently dated Nov 9, 2026. It is listed on Steam for Windows. Modes on record: single-player.
Community buzz climbed about 58× in a matter of days — a classic breakout run. It reached #13 on the Steam Popular Coming Soon chart. Creators have already posted 20 YouTube videos about it, drawing 1.7M combined views. The developer's latest post, “Get Ready for Early Access!”, went up on Oct 19, 2026.
DREADMOOR screenshots & media
3 official screenshots. Select an image to enlarge it.
Gameplay mechanics & features
Core loop
Fish adventure → upgrade your boat → craft survival gear → fight monstrous creatures. That cycle, taken from the developer's own description, is what a typical session of DREADMOOR looks like.
Modes
Single-player.
Progression
Progression is upgrade-driven: earnings and collectibles unlock faster progress.
Controls & platforms
Runs on Windows.
Standout features
Travel between scattered settlements, catch fish to trade, upgrade your vessel, and craft essential equipment.
Store & community tags: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Simulator, Horror, Survival
Latest news, release & update tracker
- Release status
- Demo available
- Release window
- Nov 9, 2026
- Access
- Free demo available
- Latest update
- Get Ready for Early Access! · Oct 19, 2026
- Chart ranking
- #13 Steam Popular Coming Soon
- Added
- Oct 26, 2026
- Planned releasePlanned release on Steam
- AddedDREADMOOR added to gee.wiki
Coverage opened with official store links, gameplay breakdown and beginner tips.
- Popularity peakPopularity index peaked at 33/100
Community buzz climbed about 58× in a matter of days — a classic breakout run.
- Developer newsGet Ready for Early Access!
Greetings, Survivors! The murky waters of the Submerged Lands have waited long enough, and the time has come to depart and chart your own course through the remnants of a forgotten world. DREADMOOR enters Early Access on November 9, 2026!
- Developer newsDREADMOOR Is Coming to Early Access on November 9th!
Greetings, Survivors, The world as we knew it is long gone, and what now remains lies scattered across the Submerged Lands, where the waters have swallowed much of the world, strange creatures inhabit the depths, and every journey beyond the safety of the…
- Developer newsDemo Available Now!
The wait is almost over! It's time to set sail, explore the mysterious Submerged Lands, and discover the dangers lurking beneath the surface.
Timeline entries marked Patch notes / Developer news are the developer's own posts on Steam; dates are UTC.
Where to play
DREADMOOR is on Steam for Windows. The Steam page is the official place to buy, update and read patch notes.
Community & official links
Official channels
Community wikis (fan-made, unofficial)
Creator videos
How to play: beginner tips
- Try the demo first; check the store page to see whether demo progress carries over.
- Commit to one build until it is online — spreading points thin slows the early game.
- Reinvest early earnings into upgrades that raise income, not cosmetics.
- Play with headphones — sound cues usually warn you before a threat appears.
- Prioritise shelter and a renewable food source before exploring far.
Genres, platforms & tags
- Platform
- Steam
- Status & momentum
- New & notableComing soonDemo available
- Player topics
- Demo
- Play modes
- Single-player
- Store tags
- ActionAdventureIndieRPGSimulatorHorrorSurvival
7-day popularity & player activity
Over the past seven days, the popularity index for DREADMOOR moved from 14 to 9 on a 0–100 scale, peaking on Oct 24, 2026. That represents roughly a 58× jump in player activity compared with the prior week. Added to gee.wiki on Oct 26, 2026. Creators have posted 20 YouTube videos about it (1.7M views).
View daily values as a table
| Day | Popularity index (0–100) |
|---|---|
| Wed Oct 21 | 14 |
| Thu Oct 22 | 10 |
| Fri Oct 23 | 12 |
| Sat Oct 24 | 11 |
| Sun Oct 25 | 12 |
| Mon Oct 26 | 13 |
| Tue Oct 27 | 9 |
Popular player topics
DREADMOOR FAQ
What is DREADMOOR?
DREADMOOR is a dark first-person fishing adventure game set in a submerged world, rotting from a past catastrophe, made by Dream Dock. A playable demo is out ahead of the full release, currently dated Nov 9, 2026. It is tagged Action, Adventure and Indie.
When does DREADMOOR come out?
There is no final launch date yet; the current target is Nov 9, 2026. A playable demo is available right now. The most recent developer post, “Get Ready for Early Access!”, went up on Oct 19, 2026.
Is DREADMOOR multiplayer?
No multiplayer mode is on record — DREADMOOR is listed as a single-player game.
Who made DREADMOOR?
DREADMOOR is developed by Dream Dock and published by Digital Vortex Entertainment. Follow the official site for announcements.
Is DREADMOOR on PS5?
No PS5 version is confirmed. Right now it is listed for Steam; console and mobile ports are usually announced on the official store page first.
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