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Michael Shoots · Published by N/A
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
DreadMist is a seamless open-world fantasy sandbox simulation. A deep mechanical sandbox where you can begin as a lowly beggar, recruit more characters, master crafting, trading, fighting, and buy property to create your own place in the world.
Indie, RPG, Simulation, Early Access · 2026 · More free games
Embark on a journey of self-discovery in DreadMist, an indie RPG and simulation that lets you shape your destiny through crafting, trading, and combat. Explore a vast open world where every choice matters as you rise from humble beginnings or claim power for yourself.
About this game
A seamless open-world fantasy sandbox simulation. Take control of one or multiple characters and exist as an adventurer, craftsman, trader, farmer, thief, and many other possibilities. Start with a single beggar, work up to a skilled team, buy properties, and build homes and businesses.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7 (64 bit)
- Processor: Dual Core 2 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD 4600 (AMD or NVIDIA equivalent)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 4 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Quad Core 3 GHz
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 5 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Fishing Tackle and Bait system
A Fishing Tackle system that allows you to attach tackle, lures, and bait to fishing poles. Use those larvae and worms to catch more and bigger fish. Craft lures to up your fishing game.Read full article on Community Announcements (McShooterz)AnnouncementsOfficial
Alchemy System inspired by 'Elder Scrolls'
The game now has an Alchemy system that allows you to create potions by combining ingredients with shared alchemical effects. Alchemical effects can be discovered by crafting potions.Read full article on Community Announcements (McShooterz)AnnouncementsOfficial
NPC and Creature Fighting
Combat between NPCs, animals, and monsters was not implemented before because I was focusing on peacefully living inside the settlement. With build 79, NPCs will automatically attack non-prey animals and monsters that get near. Hostile animals and monsters will attack any NPCs they detect. What this means for gameplay is that the player can now lead hostile creatures into settlements to get the guards to kill them. The player can butcher the dead creature and loot the bodies of the dead guards. Combat between player-controlled characters and NPCs is not yet allowed, as I want to work more on the crime systems before I allow the player to attack NPCs.Read full article on Community Announcements (McShooterz)Community & EventsOfficial
Steam Next Fest Time
It has been around a year and 57 updates since I first put out a playable demo for Dreadmist. The demo has dramatically improved thanks to feedback, and if you were looking to give this a try again, now is a good time.Read full article on Community Announcements (McShooterz)AnnouncementsOfficial
Dwarf race playable and Racial Traits
There are now three playable races: Human, Elf, and Dwarf. Each race now has Racial Traits that they start with that change how they play.Read full article on Community Announcements (McShooterz)
