Dust: An Elysian Tail

 PlayStation 4
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 208 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 134 out of 208
  2. Mixed: 56 out of 208
  3. Negative: 18 out of 208

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  1. AutomaticPrince
    Oct 13, 2014
    5
    I bought into the hype and I'm glad I didn't pay for this game. The first 3-4 hours are fun, but then the game becomes too repetitive. It's frustrating in the way 8 bit games used to be. Deaths usually come cheap (playing on hard so take that into consideration) and the platforming could use some work.
  2. albinocreep
    Oct 29, 2014
    5
    I get this is an indie game but I'm shocked other people aren't talking about howugly the art of this game is. Now, maybe this is just my tastes, but to me it all looks like one of those "learn to draw manga!" books you got at your 5th grade bookfair. It dosen't feel like a badly put together game... sorta middle-of-the-road indie title in terms of gameplay, but the art style looks SO badI get this is an indie game but I'm shocked other people aren't talking about howugly the art of this game is. Now, maybe this is just my tastes, but to me it all looks like one of those "learn to draw manga!" books you got at your 5th grade bookfair. It dosen't feel like a badly put together game... sorta middle-of-the-road indie title in terms of gameplay, but the art style looks SO bad to me that I can; recommended, it makes the whole thing feel cheaper.… Expand
  3. drlowdon
    Dec 19, 2016
    7
    Dust: An Elysian Tail is a stunning looking 2d action platformer that ranks amongst the best independently developed games of recent times.

    The combat isn't as deep as something like Bayonetta or Devil May Cry but is fast paced and the selection of enemy types each need different tactics to beat meaning button mashing will only get you so far. To be honest I didn't bother with most of    Dust: An Elysian Tail is a stunning looking 2d action platformer that ranks amongst the best independently developed games of recent times.

    The combat isn't as deep as something like Bayonetta or Devil May Cry but is fast paced and the selection of enemy types each need different tactics to beat meaning button mashing will only get you so far. To be honest I didn't bother with most of the side-quests as they just weren't all that interesting but the main story-line is told succinctly through short (skip-able) conversations, and the odd nicely animated cut-scene, and builds to a satisfying final encounter that many bigger budget games could learn from (there are no QTE sections for a start).

    If you're looking for a satisfying 8-9 hour adventure then this comes highly recommended and, when you consider that it was largely created and programmed by just one man (Dean Dodrill), it really is a staggering achievement.    … Expand
  4. mmrventricle
    Oct 12, 2014
    7
    A solid game with fun combat, some customization and a very interesting character fidget, whose personality is interesting indeed but doesnt do much in actual gameplay.
    In Dust it is very easy to chain long combos and parry, which is good in that it is easy to learn and your character feels agile, and getting 3-figure combo counts can really never get old. That said, Dust is a rather easy    A solid game with fun combat, some customization and a very interesting character fidget, whose personality is interesting indeed but doesnt do much in actual gameplay.
    In Dust it is very easy to chain long combos and parry, which is good in that it is easy to learn and your character feels agile, and getting 3-figure combo counts can really never get old. That said, Dust is a rather easy game, as you attack non-stop and kills ordinary creeps in 2 hits. While enemies do inflict significant dmg to you as well, their attacks are not nearly frequent enough and can be easily interrupted or parried. There is also a lack of moves (only 6 in total and I dont see a locked move list).
    Since its free with ps+ I do suggest everyone with a subscription to try it out. Even just for fidget.    … Expand
  5. ThiouZ
    Nov 11, 2014
    7
    Dust: An Elysian Tail is a good game This is an action rpg with a good story and beautiful graphics.

    Graphics 7/10
    Music 8/10
    Gameplay 6/10

    My overall score is 7
  6. Nel
    Dec 12, 2016
    6
    Great fun RPG elements,. Dust brings you through a side scrolling rpg story. The graphics are great and it will take you about a 6-7 to complete. Overall if might not be worth a purchase, but if you got it from ps plus it's worth a try.

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Nov 28, 2014
    80
    A labour of one man's love that'll melt your heart, while satisfying your bloodlust. [Christmas 2014, p72]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Nov 16, 2014
    80
    That it's free on Plus is one of the year's best bargains. [Dec 2014, p.94]
  3. LaPS4
    Oct 21, 2014
    73
    PS Plus brings us a high quality game. A game that is really worth seeing, playing, experiencing and enjoying. More than recommendable for any player of any age.
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