Dredge\'s mobile port delayed until next year but a closed beta test is planned for December

Dredge's mobile release delayed until February 2025, but a new closed beta is now open for sign-ups!

Fans eagerly awaiting the mobile port of Black Salt Games' Lovecraftian fishing horror, Dredge, will need to wait a bit longer. The release has been pushed back to February 2025. However, to soften the blow, Black Salt Games has opened sign-ups for a new closed beta test.

In Dredge, players take on the role of a fisherman in the unsettling town of Greater Marrow. Initially, the work is straightforward – fishing and selling to the locals. But the ocean holds far more than just fish; strange creatures, mysterious entities, and unsettling events on a nearby island threaten to unravel your sanity.

Interested in participating in the closed beta? Sign up via this Google form. Despite the delay, the numerous awards and critical acclaim Dredge has received suggest the wait will be worthwhile for those who haven't yet experienced this unique blend of fishing and horror.

The Challenges of Mobile Porting

Having played the PC version, the delay is understandable. Adapting such a vast and detailed world to mobile is a significant undertaking. The additional closed beta is a smart move, allowing for valuable player feedback and ensuring a smoother, more polished mobile experience.

For a behind-the-scenes look at Dredge's development and lore, check out Black Salt Games' YouTube channel. And if you need something to occupy your time until February 2025, consider exploring our list of the best mobile games of 2024 (so far).