Dofamine
Released May 2021
You must explore the labyrinth of riddles and investigate the apocalyptic event at the research facility following the experiments with the Higgs boson, or “the God particle”.
81% positive · 252 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Dofamine is a first-person sci-fi puzzle game that launched out of Early Access on May 27, 2021. The game shipped as a complete, self-contained experience — a single narrative puzzle adventure with no DLC, season pass, or post-launch content expansions listed on the store.
After launch, the developer released maintenance and quality-of-life patches: a bug fix in October 2023 and a more substantial update in June 2023 that added tutorials, gamepad support, cutscene changes, and other improvements. A further translation and location rework patch followed in February 2026. None of these patches introduced new story content or announced additional content for the base game.
In January 2025, Whale Rock Games announced a separate standalone product — Dofamine VR — which is its own game on Steam, not DLC or an expansion for the original Dofamine. More recently, in February 2026, the studio announced demos for two additional new games (VALDIS and Shadow of the Matrix), further confirming the studio has moved on to new projects rather than adding content to Dofamine.
The base game launched as a complete, finished product with a defined story and no post-launch content roadmap. All subsequent activity has been maintenance patches and separate new game announcements. The game is complete as of its May 27, 2021 launch date.
Evidence
Full release announced after Early Access period; developer noted bug fixes and localizations were added during EA. No future content mentioned.
Store description presents Dofamine as a complete narrative puzzle experience with a defined story arc. No mention of DLC, expansions, or ongoing content updates.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Whale Rock Games
Achievements
5
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
Scientific research is not unlike the work of a detective. Revealing hidden connections and subtle patterns has a lot in common with untangling the web of meanings, studying causes, and predicting consequences. If one correctly combines blocks of data and determines their connectivity, one may eventually uncover the truth. But that truth and the explanation of everything that has happened may come as a shock to the one who finds it.
Dopamine is a first-person sci-fi puzzle game where the player must explore the labyrinth of riddles and investigate the apocalyptic event at the research facility following the experiments with the Higgs boson, or “the God particle”.


Dopamine is a first-person sci-fi puzzle game where the player must explore the labyrinth of riddles and investigate the apocalyptic event at the research facility following the experiments with the Higgs boson, or “the God particle”.
INVESTIGATE A MYSTERY
In order to advance the investigation you must explore the sci-fi surroundings and uncover clues — blocks of data that must be correctly combined and reconnected.LEARN THE PRICE OF KNOWLEDGE
We do not claim that ignorance is bliss, but… you can’t play God and write it off as a joke afterwards. A game like that always leads to dire consequences.
TRUST YOUR INSIGHT
A unique soundtrack will help you unleash your full investigative potential. Forget your doubts, and allow the sounds of music to guide you towards the truth.
GAME FEATURES:
- Notes and puzzles
- Interesting first-person story
- Different locations
- Amazing sound
Last evaluated Jun 24, 2026
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