As Dusk Falls

 PC
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. MGG Spain
    Jul 18, 2022
    72
    As Dusk Falls will please you as much as its script does. There isn't much more to read because there isn't much to play with. If the story of one family or the other is able to grab you, you will enjoy the whole time the adventure lasts and you may even be encouraged to replay some stages to make a different decision.
  2. GamingBolt
    Jul 22, 2022
    70
    As Dusk Falls is not without merits, but its price is maybe a little too steep for what it is.
  3. Eurogamer Italy
    Jul 18, 2022
    70
    As Dusk Falls is an eventful and characterful adventure with many stories to tell. Unfortunately, too many stories create confusion and some stories remain without a real ending. A shame for a title with a unique and well-made aesthetic.
  5. New Game Network
    Jul 22, 2022
    68
    As Dusk Falls is held together by a strong start and good characters, despite the narrative deflating itself in the second half. Its choice and consequence system lacks real significance and more polish was needed for its atypical visual design.
  6. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 25, 2024
    60
    The overall good impression of the game is somewhat spoiled by its visuals, which, thanks to an unpleasant combination of static images and moving elements, lag behind the otherwise engaging story. [Issue#321]
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  7. Hardcore Gamer
    Jul 18, 2022
    60
    As Dusk Falls -- if a little hap-hazard on execution and relatively safe on the gameplay front -- does fortunately get the basics right. Not quite a game-changer by any stretch, but one salvaged by some commendable character performances and a narrative guaranteed to keep players guessing and intrigued to see events through.
  8. Riot Pixels
    Oct 22, 2022
    50
    Stylish presentation and a hefty dose of nonlinearity spark the initial interest, but the humdrum narrative and simplistic gameplay mechanics discourage from exploring the "what if" alternatives.
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  1. Rock, Paper, Shotgun
    Jul 18, 2022
    Aside from some glaringly wooden dialogue in the early chapters, As Dusk Falls is a thrilling story that had me hanging on every word. It immediately establishes an incredibly tense situation and I couldn't stop playing until I'd seen it through. While some might stop after one playthrough, the narrative flowchart for each chapter shows that there's much more to experience, and the ability to jump back in at any point of the story is a welcome alternative to doing an entirely new run. As it became apparent that the story was drawing to a close, I found myself desperately hoping for just one more scene so that I didn't have to leave the characters behind so soon. Whether As Dusk Falls gets a direct sequel remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: I can't wait to see what Interior/Night do next.

Awards & Rankings

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#50 Most Discussed PC Game of 2022

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User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 150 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 88 out of 150
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 150
  3. Negative: 28 out of 150
  1. csuka1222
    Jul 31, 2022
    7
    Decisions neksulya haswhat you like. But the story has boring parts. The graphics are interesting, somewhere it works a2 Ds textura in the 3DDecisions neksulya haswhat you like. But the story has boring parts. The graphics are interesting, somewhere it works a2 Ds textura in the 3D world, and somewhere it does not. The characters are pretty good. To understand the story, there could be a second part.… Full Review »
  2. kwasek2525
    Jul 25, 2022
    0
    Inconsistent characters. Too much political correctness.
    I do not recommend with all my heart.
  3. X8ITER
    Jul 22, 2022
    10
    Una historia bastante profunda, puedo decir que es uno de los mejores Indies que eh presenciado, la historia te hace formar parte de losUna historia bastante profunda, puedo decir que es uno de los mejores Indies que eh presenciado, la historia te hace formar parte de los personajes y el arte que este conlleva me parece muy bien manejado y bonito.… Full Review »
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