Team17 and Black Salt Games have announced that pre-orders for the upcoming game, DREDGE, are now available.
Nintendo Switch players can even check out a brand-new demo on the Nintendo eShop if they can’t wait until the launch on March 30th. PC anglers can lock in their pre-orders now for the DREDGE base game or Digital Deluxe Edition on Steam and GOG. Meanwhile, console captains can reel in theirs at the Nintendo eShop, the PlayStation Store, and the Microsoft Store.
What is DREDGE?
DREDGE is a single-player experience that offers a fishing adventure with an eerie twist. Profit from your haul by selling it, enhance your vessel and delve into the ocean’s depths to uncover concealed treasures. Traverse an enigmatic group of islands and unravel the reason why some secrets should remain concealed.
The key features you can expect are:
- Captain your fishing trawler across remote islands with unique inhabitants, wildlife and stories
- Explore the sea to discover hidden treasures and complete quests for new abilities
- Upgrade your boat’s capabilities and research special equipment to access rare fish and valuable curiosities
- Sell your findings to locals to learn more about each area and reach secluded locations
- Strengthen your mind and abilities to survive trips out on the water after dark.
Release Date and Price
The DREDGE base game pre-order price is £21.99 / $US 24.99 / €24.99 on Steam, £21.99 / $US 24.99 / €24.99 on Nintendo Switch, £19.99 / $US24.99 / €24.99 on PlayStation 5|4, and £21.99 / $US 24.99 / €24.99 on Xbox.
The Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order is £31.00 / $US 35.06 / €35.06 on Steam, £23.99 / $US26.99 / €26.99 on Nintendo Switch, £21.99 / $US26.99 / €26.99 on PlayStation 5|4, £23.99 / $US26.99 / €26.99 on Xbox and includes the Blackstone Key DLC, granting players access to the mysterious workshop on Blackstone Isle. Pre-orders for all platforms also include an exclusive in-game fishing rod.
But that’s not all, a Physical Deluxe Edition is also available for pre-order at participating retailers. This edition includes a physical poster, meticulously crafted artbook and sticker set, the game’s digital soundtrack, and additional in-game items to help players kick-start their sea-faring adventures.
DREDGE releases on March 30, 2023, on PlayStation 4|5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. The demo is currently available on Nintendo Switch. Will you be pre-ordering the game? Let us know in the comments below!