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I uploaded a new version that fixed some bugs and assets issues
come and get the game Next Dream

I uploaded a new version of downloadable game package.

it has fixed some bugs and assets issues

thanks bro.I think you  GIF suggestion is good. I will try this.
"Describe one puzzle concretely": I will upload some videos.

Browser/Mac build:No, It's only windows now(I am solo dev, I am focus windows now,haven't other spare time to dev in other platform)

hi guys, I have uploaded the demo on steam. your guys can download the demo directly through the steam client.

Hello guys, you cant download the demo direct through the steam client.I have uploaded the steam demo.

I have uploaded the steam demo version guys Y(^_^)Y

you can download the demo directly through steam

I published NEXT DREAM 's new version on itch:https://mucylulu.itch.io/next-dream
If you have a Steam account, you can also download the demo directly from this link：https://store.steampowered.com/app/4424030/_/

I sincerely hope you can try our game and share your feedback and suggestions with us.

We would especially appreciate your thoughts on the following two aspects:

1. Is the gameplay fun and engaging?

2. Are the controls smooth and responsive, without lag or stuttering?

Of course, we also welcome any other feedback you may have.

Below is summary introduction to the game.

NextDream is a third-person puzzle adventure game where players ascend a massive tower that reaches into the clouds.

Each floor features unique environmental puzzles and mechanisms that must be activated to progress. Players use the power of the Five Elements to interact with objects, manipulate mechanisms, and overcome various obstacles. Each elemental ability changes how players approach puzzles and explore the environment.

As players climb higher, puzzles become more complex, requiring observation, precise timing, and experimentation to solve.

Features

• Ascend a multi-level tower filled with environmental puzzles 

• Use the power of the Five Elements to manipulate mechanisms and objects 

• Take on increasingly complex puzzle challenges 

• Explore mysterious and atmospheric environments

The shooting feel of the game is quite good, especially the explosions. Keep up the great work.

However, I think the shooting mechanics could be improved:

There is an issue with continuous firing. It would be better if holding down the fire button allowed the ship to shoot continuously, rather than requiring one press per shot. Since players need to control the ship’s movement while firing at the same time, not having a hold-to-fire option can feel very frustrating.

the new playable version oft he game is cooked for you:Itch: https://mucylulu.itch.io/next-dream
the size of it about 2GB.

it's also available on Steam:https://store.steampowered.com/app/4424030/_/

NextDream is a third-person puzzle adventure game.it need players ascend a massive tower that reaches into the clouds.

Each floor features unique environmental puzzles and mechanisms that must be activated to progress. Players use the power of the Five Elements to interact with objects, manipulate mechanisms, and overcome various obstacles. Each elemental ability changes how players approach puzzles and explore the environment.

As players climb higher, puzzles become more complex, requiring observation, precise timing, and experimentation to solve.

it has the features below:

1.Ascend a multi-level tower filled with environmental puzzles 

2.Use the power of the Five Elements to manipulate mechanisms and objects 

3.Take on increasingly complex puzzle challenges 

4.Explore mysterious and atmospheric environments

please feel free for comments and I hope recieve your valuable feedbacks

Hi guys(^_^),welcome to play the demo and feel free to give your valuable feedbacks

Although the game now uses final assets, I’ve found it very difficult to make everything feel cohesive. Most of the assets I’m using are free ones from Fab.

Especially with art assets, it’s challenging to maintain a consistent visual style. How do others usually handle this situation?

Game page:Next Dream
I’ve released a new playable version of Next Dream. This update fixes several bugs reported by players, adds a loading animation, and improves controls for a smoother gameplay experience.

You can download and play the latest version from the game page.

This update focuses on three main areas:

• Upgraded visuals, replacing all prototype assets with final art

• Added a wide range of sound effects, including BGM and SFX, such as item collisions, disappearance and respawn sounds, ability acquisition, footsteps, and more.

• Added menus, including graphics, audio (still has some bugs), and control settings

I sincerely hope you’ll try the latest version of the game and share your valuable feedback. Feel free to leave a comment — I’ll check here regularly and respond as soon as possible. I hope the game I’m developing brings you even more joy.

I would be very grateful if you guys could play-test this game during your downtime. As a newcomer to game design, I’m eager to hear your honest feedback on what works and what doesn't. Your insights would be invaluable to my growth. Please feel free to share any suggestions you may have.

I understand what you mean. That was a very helpful answer — thank you very much.

I understand, and I won’t just wait passively— I’ll also take action on platforms like Reddit and YouTube to introduce the project.
Thank you very much for your reply. I’ll keep an eye on the situation and any progress, including updates on the right-hand side as well.

I’ve read everything you mentioned, including the official guidelines, and I followed them carefully when setting things up, but it didn’t solve the issue.

I also searched through the community forums for similar cases and tried the suggested solutions from those posts, but that still didn’t work.

In addition, I asked ChatGPT for advice and double-checked my settings based on its suggestions, but the problem persists.

That’s why I’m posting here now to ask for help.

Next Dream is a prototype puzzle game demo that I’m developing while learning Unreal Engine 5.

I’ve been learning with UE5 for about six months, building this project as a hands-on way to explore puzzle design and gameplay systems.

The demo is available on itch.io:https://mucylulu.itch.io/next-dream   

Inspiration🧰

I’m a big fan of puzzle games.

This project is mainly inspired by Q.U.B.E. 2 and The Talos Principle, with level layout and exploration ideas influenced by The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.       

Core Gameplay🎮

The core mechanic revolves around manipulating the Five Elements —

Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth — to solve environmental puzzles.

Players climb upward through a vertical tower, unlocking new elemental powers layer by layer.

Each element introduces new interactions, mechanics, and puzzle ideas, gradually expanding the complexity of the gameplay as you progress.   

Story & Setting🎥

The story is inspired by the ancient Chinese myth “Nuwa Mends the Sky.”

In the myth, the sky has been torn open and must be repaired. To do so, Nuwa needs to infuse the Five-Colored Stone with five elemental energies.

You are chosen to enter a tower that reaches the heavens and retrieve these five powers.

Inside the tower, you’ll solve puzzles, overcome dangers, and face challenges tied to each element.

As you climb higher, new elemental abilities are unlocked, leading to new types of puzzles and exploration.

Your goal is to reach the top of the tower, collect all five elemental energies, and return them to Nuwa.   

About This Demo🏷️

• This is an early prototype, focused on testing core mechanics and puzzle ideas
• Element-based puzzle design with environmental and physics-driven interactions
• A vertical, tower-based structure that emphasizes progression and discovery

Feedback Welcome🔎

I’d really appreciate it if you could try the demo and share your thoughts.

Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the puzzles or mechanics are more than welcome.

Thank you very much for playing!💕💕

Dear Support Team,

Hello. I’m writing to ask for your help regarding the following issues.

1. My user account was registered a long time ago, but it still cannot be indexed or found on the website’s homepage.
2. My game also cannot be indexed on the homepage. I have filled in and configured all the required information according to your guidelines, and the game has been successfully published. However, when I search for it today, it still does not appear in the results.

I have already reported this issue via email. The request ID is (335341). I would really appreciate it if you could help check what might be causing this problem.

Thank you very much for your time and assistance.

Best regards,