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Review: A Dream about Parking Lots

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A Dream about Parking Lots is a surreal and unusual experience. Furthermore, very little happens as you float from car to car. This lack of action may concern you, but the interesting dialogue and layers of metaphors balance things out.

This walking simulator was developed and published by Take It Studio!. It is a single-player first-person adventure that is deliberately slow. Furthermore, it is short, and I completed my only run through in less than 90 minutes. Consequently, this is perfect if you love to add to your achievement collection.

A Dream about Parking Lots is trippy. 

The plot delivers plenty of broken and isolated subjects. However, the information is connected thanks to each therapy session. As the game unfolds, you hear the protagonist and a therapist talk. Each subject is deliberate, and the imagery complements the dreamy and bizarre script. 

Gamers are encouraged to pick an array of answers for each question. Though this doesn’t impact the flow of the story, the responses were interesting. Moreover, they distract you from the repetitive and arduous search for your car. 

Paint drying would be quicker. 

Though I liked the surreal moments and the settings, the game flows at a snail’s pace. Moving between cars and blipping your key fob was painfully slow. This approach works with the floaty dream-like state, but it is pretty darn tedious.

The lack of goals and objectives will be another sticking point. Though the dialogue is interesting, there is little else to do. Moving from one parking lot to another isn’t the most fascinating deal, and gamers will tire of this approach.

A Dream about Parking Lots looks rough.

I’ve played some rough-looking games, but A Dream about Parking Lots is up there with the worst. The developer has leaned heavily on the surreal edge, and this undermines the textures, finish, and quality. Low render distances, repetitive imagery, and simple stage design add to the complaints. Though it doesn’t affect the action, it is painful to look at. 

The music is soft, comfortable, and settling. I liked the classical vibes and the gentle atmosphere. This airy approach matches the theme and works extremely well. 

Straightforward controls. 

Moving, pressing your key fob, and getting into your car are all that is required. Furthermore, the slow movement makes it easy to navigate each strange parking lot. This approach makes A Dream about Parking Lots an easy game to master. 

I completed this in no time. Subsequently, longevity is nonexistent. Furthermore, once you complete the limited levels, you’ll have no reason to return. This isn’t a problem, as I wouldn’t want to play it more than once. 

A Dream about Parking Lots isn’t the best. 

Indie games have the freedom to play with bizarre subject matter. This occasionally works, but when it doesn’t, it is a mess. Unfortunately, A Dream about Parking Lots sits in the latter camp. Unless you want an easy completion, this game should probably be avoided. However, more information can be found here! Can you get to the bottom of your dreams? Explore the car park, press the button on your key fob, and proceed to your car.

SUMMARY

A Dream about Parking Lots is a pretty drab affair. It is slow, repetitive, and a little tedious. Furthermore, the gameplay doesn't evolve and it is over in less than 2 hours. Though I like the dream-like design, it becomes stale very quickly!


+ Easy achievements.
+ Pleasant music.
+ Affordable.
+ Easy to play.

- A dull concept.
- It lacks depth.
- The action is pretty boring.

(Rating: PEGI 3 Release date: 31/07/2025 Price: £4.19)


(Reviewed on the Xbox Series X. Also available on Xbox One, PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5)


(Full disclosure! This review is based on a copy of the game being provided by the publisher/developer.)


Daniel Waite
Daniel Waite
My gaming career started on an Amiga and spans many consoles! Currently, I game using an MSI laptop and Xbox Series X. A fan of every genre, I love to give anything a go. Former editor and reviewer for http://www.bonusstage.co.uk, I'm loving my new home here at Movies Games and Tech. I can be contacted for gaming reviews on the following email: Daniel@moviesgamesandtech.com

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