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Issue 01 · Autumn 2026

Independent buying advice. Official retailers only. No key marketplaces.

Dredge

A cosy fishing game by day, something much stranger by night. A small game with a big atmosphere.

Gamebrief verdict: Our pick
Mood illustration for Dredge
Illustration: Gamebrief. Original artwork, not an image from the game.

You captain a small fishing boat around a remote group of islands, catch fish, sell them in port and upgrade your boat. Fitting your catch into the hold works like a little packing puzzle.

But the longer you stay out after dark, the stranger things become. Fog rolls in, some fish look wrong, and the sea starts to feel less friendly. The story behind it is told in small pieces by the islanders.

What we like

  • Strong, unsettling atmosphere
  • Simple, satisfying loop
  • A comfortable length

Worth knowing

  • Can feel repetitive near the end
  • Not for the very easily spooked

Where to buy Dredge

RetailerFormatLink
Humble StoreSteam keyView offer
FanaticalSteam keyView offer
GamesplanetSteam keyView offer

You'll see the current price at the retailer. It often changes daily, so we don't quote it here.

Compared: Cosy or creepy? Unpacking, Dredge and Two Point Hospital compared