Dream Chronicles: The Book of Air, often shortened to Dream Chronicles 4 or The Book of Air, is a 2010 adventure and puzzle casual game developed by KatGames, published by PlayFirst, and distributed by Big Fish Games. It is the fourth installment in the Dream Chronicles series, the third sequel to 2007's award-winning game Dream Chronicles, and the opening part of the second unfinished trilogy titled Lyra's Destiny. Re-opening the story ten years after the conclusion of the third game, Dream Chronicles: The Chosen Child, players now take on the role of Lyra, whose daughter of the previous main character Faye, as her destiny unfolds. The game opens on the eve of Lyra's eighteenth birthday when she is magically transported to an alternate dimension. Following clues left behind by her grandfather and taking the helm of a flying airship, Lyra explores the mystical landmarks of this gorgeous, yet mysterious world, in search of the mystical Clockmaker who is the only one that can restore time and return her to her family.
The Book of Air was first presented limitedly as a beta version on March 12, 2010. It was released as a digital download under two editions, Collector's and Standard, on June 24 and July 8, 2010 respectively by PlayFirst. Each edition was quickly available on PlayFirst's exclusive partner, Big Fish Games, on the following day of each release date. Both editionr features the optional double-mode game, while the Collector's one contains an extra location, seven mini-puzzles, some concept artworks, six official high-definition wallpapers, the game soundtrack, a detailed walkthrough, a PC screensaver, and a sneak peek (actually some artworks) at the fifth game The Book of Water. Starting on May 5, 2011, a high-definition version of this game is available on the App Store for iPad device, and players can upgrade to the full adventure within the game for $4.99.
The Book of Air was first presented limitedly as a beta version on March 12, 2010. It was released as a digital download under two editions, Collector's and Standard, on June 24 and July 8, 2010 respectively by PlayFirst. Each edition was quickly available on PlayFirst's exclusive partner, Big Fish Games, on the following day of each release date. Both editionr features the optional double-mode game, while the Collector's one contains an extra location, seven mini-puzzles, some concept artworks, six official high-definition wallpapers, the game soundtrack, a detailed walkthrough, a PC screensaver, and a sneak peek (actually some artworks) at the fifth game The Book of Water. Starting on May 5, 2011, a high-definition version of this game is available on the App Store for iPad device, and players can upgrade to the full adventure within the game for $4.99.