Emerging from the ocean's depths like a carved soapstone statue of Stygian, antediluvian horror, Black Salt Games' Dredge has finally made its way to mobile devices. After a brief delay, this unique blend of eldritch horror and fishing simulation is now available on iOS and Android, offering a thrilling mix of Lovecraftian terror, exploration, and engaging fishing minigames.
In Dredge, you assume the role of a solitary amnesiac fisherman in the Greater Marrow archipelago. Your primary task is to catch and sell fish to the local community. Sounds straightforward, right? However, the waters are fraught with deranged locals, mutated fish, eerie artifacts, and terrifying sea monsters, making it far more challenging than any episode of Deadliest Catch could ever be.
If you're familiar with games like Sunless Sea, Dredge can be seen as its fully 3D spiritual successor. As you navigate the various island chains, you'll upgrade your vessel and pursue increasingly larger and more dangerous catches, as well as salvage. But beware: when the fog rolls in at night, the strange beings that lurk at the edge of your sanity are the least of your concerns!
Dredge quickly became a fan favorite, and for good reason. The genre of nautical horror encapsulates a vast array of thrilling and terrifying themes. While cruising along the waterways and observing your resilient fishing boat can be as relaxing as it is stressful. The game's graphics strike a balance between stylized and surreal, and with a variety of potential DLCs that could eventually make their way to mobile, there's much content to anticipate.
Still unsure? Perhaps Stephen's glowing review of Dredge will persuade you. Awarding it a gold rating, he praises its atmospheric depth, smooth performance, and the skillful adaptation of numerous mechanics and user interfaces to the mobile platform.
