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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows10 Processeur : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-4210M CPU Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel(R) HD Graphics 4300 DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Realtek(R)Audio

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Like Dreamer

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Released July 21, 2022
sample: 173 reviews posted after launch (80 AI-classified)
98/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 100 % · 173 reviews (« Very Positive »)
13,79€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Every single reviewer has stuck around past the two-hour mark, and half have already chased 10 hours or more of playtime. That perfect track record holds across every time bucket, with 100 % positivity in every segment.

What it's about: A pop and cute bullet-hell shooting game from Cosmo Dreamer "Outside". Both beginners and experts can enjoy speedy and active playing.

In-game

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« Отличный геймплей, но, мало контента. Рекомендую брать по скидкам, в наборах с другими играми разраба. Так-то это очень приличный шмап, очень похожий своим гладким игровым процессом на Тоху »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 1 h played1
« Awesome danmaku shmups really don't make money these days. Here to give some meager support to the creators. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 28 h played
« This game is great on all fronts for all levels of players, please do get it, even full price if it interests you. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2022 · 43 h played
« Feels like a mashup of best segments of touhou and CAVE games. Incredibly well designed with very few unexpected moments that can take you off guard, very straight forward danmaku shmup with a lot of ship customization. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 12 h played
« Another great shmup from sotonohito / Outside. Just about as good as CosmoDreamer, even. High quality and fun to play, what else is there to say? »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2023 · 11 h played
« let's turn that "very positive" into "overwhelmingly positive" folks this wonderful masterpiece peak STG kamige absolutely deserves it »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2023 · 68 h played
« Fun casual shmup with a surprising amount of content. If you like shmups you'll enjoy this probably. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 47 h played

In players' words

« Отличный геймплей, но, мало контента. Рекомендую брать по скидкам, в наборах с другими играми разраба. Так-то это очень приличный шмап, очень похожий своим гладким игровым процессом на Тоху »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 1 h played1
« Another great shmup from sotonohito / Outside. Just about as good as CosmoDreamer, even. High quality and fun to play, what else is there to say? »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2023 · 11 h played
« Awesome danmaku shmups really don't make money these days. Here to give some meager support to the creators. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2023 · 28 h played
« let's turn that "very positive" into "overwhelmingly positive" folks this wonderful masterpiece peak STG kamige absolutely deserves it »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2023 · 68 h played
« This game is great on all fronts for all levels of players, please do get it, even full price if it interests you. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2022 · 43 h played
« Fun casual shmup with a surprising amount of content. If you like shmups you'll enjoy this probably. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 47 h played
« Feels like a mashup of best segments of touhou and CAVE games. Incredibly well designed with very few unexpected moments that can take you off guard, very straight forward danmaku shmup with a lot of ship customization. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2024 · 12 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
100 % pos · n=77
Graphics / art
87 % pos · n=31
Audio / music
96 % pos · n=24
Content / longevity
95 % pos · n=20
Interface / UX
55 % pos · n=11
Story / writing
71 % pos · n=7
Value for money
100 % pos · n=4
Performance
67 % pos · n=3
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay777700
Graphics / art312731
Audio / music242301
Content / longevity201901
Interface / UX11605
Story / writing7502
Value for money4400
Performance3201
Multiplayer1001

Positive reviews by playtime

<2h
100 % (n=16)
2-10h
100 % (n=63)
10-25h
100 % (n=53)
>25h
100 % (n=41)

💶 Price history

€7.45€9.24€11.03€12.82€14.61€8.27

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 11, 2026 · All-time low: €8.27 (Aug 11, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

5,6 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 50 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 44 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The bullet-hell combat itself is the undeniable centerpiece—77 out of 77 mentions are glowing.
  • The music immerses players instantly; 23 out of 24 reviews praise it as a standout feature.
  • Vibrant visuals get praised repeatedly, with 27 positive mentions out of 31.
  • Beginners find a welcoming entry path—7 accessibility mentions all positive.
  • The price wins universal approval: 4 positive notes with zero complaints.

Weaknesses

  • The interface trips up a noticeable slice of players: 5 negatives among 11 UI comments.
  • Performance hiccups appear once in three mentions: 1 negative mention in performance.
  • A minority finds the story forgettable: 2 out of 7 reviews call it weak.
  • Multiplayer barely registers—1 negative comment among a single mention.

Who is it for?

Dedicated danmaku enthusiasts and newcomers alike will relish this polished, accessible shooter that turns novices into veterans without friction.

Is Like Dreamer worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 100% of 173 Steam reviews are positive (player score 98/100). Most-praised strength: The bullet-hell combat itself is the undeniable centerpiece. Current price: 13,79€.

Verdict

Like Dreamer doesn’t just meet expectations—it obliterates them, delivering a flawless arcade rush that keeps players glued to the screen for hours on end.

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Like Dreamer: 98/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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