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Welcome back, Dreamers. [lock-on] has been in the world for over a year now, brought to life thanks to our talented team of writers, artists, designers and of course our wonderful readers. We’re celebrating this anniversary with our BIGGEST issue ever. We said that for 003, but with over 260 pages of content, almost 50 articles by 45 authors and art from more than 30 artists and developers, 004 is seriously stacked.

Our softcover features a vibrant wrap-around piece for the very first time, created by Media Molecule artist Theo Hayne, especially for us. This is a celebration of all things Dreams and Mm, and will be accompanied by a slew of in-depth articles looking at the creation of Dreams, its community and much more. Prepare to be dazzled by the beautiful art Made In Dreams, as you’re introduced to community creations.

Our limited edition hardcover composition has been created by phenomenal artist Max58, Unofficially Inspired by the chart-topping and critically-acclaimed Elden Ring. In a nod to Volume 001, we’re once again unofficially exploring Soulsborne and the impact FromSoftware has had on both players and the industry. Articles & Features by the likes of Gareth Damian Martin (creator of Citizen Sleeper), Konstantinos Dimopoulos (writer of Virtual Cities), and Heavy Eyed (influential Soulsborne YouTuber) are accompanied by jaw-dropping works of Unofficial tribute art created just for [lock-on] by favourites such as Bani-chan, Luis Melo and many more.

You’ll also find interviews with the developers of games such as Hyper Light Drifter, Shovel Knight, System Shock, Journey and Eastward, alongside the likes of Stephanie Sterling, plus a whole lot more. You don’t want to miss Volume 004!

Our beautiful Tribute Hardcover has been created by renowned and beloved Soulsborne artist Max58. You’ll see his art throughout 004, along with art cards in our Premium and Deluxe tiers, plus exclusive art print, bookmark, stickers and zine included in our new Deluxe pledge.

Support the artist - a portion of Deluxe edition sales go directly to Max58.

Max58

David Blatt

Ma-Ko

shamfoo

Rodar d'Argnan

Bani-chan

Mateus Roberts

Emma RÍos

Ramón Perales Cano

Sajan Rai

Garin

Artyom Trakhanov

Luis Melo

Sapro

Graham Humphreys

Gustav Örn Samuelson

Beetlerots

Phill Summers

JOF!

Crisppyboat

Erin Vest

Luke Baker

John R Green

And More!

Abram Buehner

Alicia Haddick

Andreas Inderwildi

Audi Sorlie

Benjamin Hayhoe

Brandon Chinn

Cian Maher

Dale Hirstein

Dave Klein

David Carcasole

Edwin Evans-Thirlwell

Ethan Hunt

Ewan Wilson

Gareth Damian Martin

Gary Alexander Stott

Grant Stoner

HeavyEyed

James M. Bentley

James Mielke

Jamie Sharpe

Janet Garcia

Jeff Northcott

Jen Simpkins

Jonathan Holmes

Jörg Tittel

Konstantinos Dimopoulos

Lara Jackson

Laurie Eggleston

Lor Gislason

Madeline Blondeau

Maria (Eurothug)

Michael Leopold Weber

Mohammed Taher

Morgan Ritson

Nate Ellingsworth

Nazih Fares

Nic Reuben

Nick Suttner

Rowen Cameron

Shaun Hughes

Stuart Gipp

Amanita Design

Craig D. Adams

DigixArt

Heart Machine

Keiji Yamagishi

Matt Nava

Media Molecule

Night Dive

Pixpil

Slow Bros

Stephanie Sterling

The Chinese Room

Toby Fox

Tsuyoshi Kobayashi, Yoshihiko Arai, Ryo Ishida & Moe Ikeuchi (Bandai Namco Studios)

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