Venture into a bizarre dreamscape and meet its peculiar inhabitants

A 2D action-adventure set deep within the surreal subconscious of a character named Young. Navigate dungeons housed in apartments and hotels alongside atmospheric, otherworldly landscapes — all brought to life through haunting visuals and a dream-drenched soundtrack. Interact with eccentric characters and push through dungeons packed with puzzles and combat. The question is: can you guide Young back to waking life?

Battle foes and crack puzzles across labyrinthine dungeons

Traverse fields, caves, and sprawling dungeons scattered across the world to activate portals within the Nexus, forging connections to distant realms. Enemies and brain-teasing puzzles stand between you and progress at every turn.

Uncover treasures and items that open up hidden depths

Hunt down enigmatic cards that allow you to plunge further into the recesses of Young's mind! Health upgrades become essential the deeper you venture into the dream's most dangerous corners.

Don't forget to check out the follow-up, Anodyne 2, as well!

Unravel the secrets of a cryptic and atmospheric world

• Wander a surreal dreamscape made up of nonlinearly connected environments — from natural settings like forests and cliffs, to abstract realms like outer space, to urban locales such as hotels and temples, and beyond.

• Wield your trusty broom to dispatch enemies and tackle puzzles spread across numerous expansive dungeons and mazes.

• Engage with eccentric NPCs and slowly uncover the inner workings of the silent protagonist Young's psyche.

• Collect mysterious Cards hidden throughout the world to gain access to its deeper, more concealed regions.

• A 6–8+ hour action-adventure experience, with plenty of unexpected surprises waiting even after the credits have finished rolling.

• The landmark 2013 title that launched indie studio Analgesic Productions into the spotlight!

• Frequently compared by players to beloved classics such as Link's Awakening and Yume Nikki.

A note on pricing compared to console versions: the Steam version includes access to both Anodyne Remastered and Classic Anodyne. The price of the Steam version was therefore updated to reflect current pricing standards and inflation. As of 2025, the console version does not include Anodyne Remastered.

Content Warnings (Minor spoilers)

   Depicted in low-resolution pixel art (as seen in the style of the screenshots): suicide by hanging, mild horror, murder via blunt objects, dead bodies, stabbing, blood stains, references to sex, and the unexpected death of an NPC. Occasional strong language. While these elements do not define the majority of the experience, they cannot be avoided entirely.