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Off The Grid: Bad Dream release date

AnnouncedGamePS5, PC

Off the Grid: Bad Dream (working title: Project Escher) is a first- and third-person psychological thriller and mystery adventure developed by Rare Castle. The game follows a man who survives a fatal car crash and begins experiencing surreal dreams connected to a plane of existence beyond space and time. Gameplay alternates between the protagonist’s grounded real-world life and an otherworldly dream realm, where consciousness exists as light or energy within mechanical vessels. Players explore non-Euclidean environments, solve puzzles, engage in limited combat, and make narrative choices emphasizing introspection, moral decision-making, and emotional healing over traditional horror. Featuring cinematic storytelling, dialogue-driven encounters, and visually distinct worlds inspired by impossible geometry and classical art, Off the Grid: Bad Dream blends mystery, philosophy, and emotional depth into a story-driven experience focused on self-discovery and healing rather than fear.

Release date
Q1 2028
Developer
Rare Castle
Genre
Shooter, Role-playing (RPG), Adventure, Indie

Release window

Q1 2028

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Release dates by platform and region

PlatformRegionDateUnlock timeStatusSource
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Release date history

  1. Date announced: Q1 2028. Status: announced — Upstream update (igdb) Source

  2. Date announced: Q1 2028. Status: announced — Upstream update (igdb) Source

Frequently asked questions

When does Off The Grid: Bad Dream release?

Off The Grid: Bad Dream is scheduled to release on Q1 2028.

What time does Off The Grid: Bad Dream unlock?

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Which platforms is Off The Grid: Bad Dream on?

Off The Grid: Bad Dream is releasing on PS5, PC.

Has Off The Grid: Bad Dream been delayed?

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Can I pre-order Off The Grid: Bad Dream?

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