DUSK

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 34 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 34
  3. Negative: 4 out of 34
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  1. Nicloas
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    That's just a retro style game very efficient who kill all shooter games like doom or every games like this... Very speed, controle are very good with the motion controler... And the atmosphere of the game is realy crazy.... Juste to have fun... May be the only probleme is the size of the text that is realy too small for a portable use... That is not a probleme when you learn how toThat's just a retro style game very efficient who kill all shooter games like doom or every games like this... Very speed, controle are very good with the motion controler... And the atmosphere of the game is realy crazy.... Juste to have fun... May be the only probleme is the size of the text that is realy too small for a portable use... That is not a probleme when you learn how to configure this (5mn)... Very happy of this game (lite on the SD and realy cool to have fun)...
    Just forget all the Doom and shooters on switch... This one is a killer !    … Expand
  2. Mr_Mustard
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    Superb stuff, absolutely superb. I am just under half way through and every map is better than the last. It's full of surprises too. As a huge fan of Doom 1&2,Quake and Duke Nukem 3D,I can't recommend Dusk enough.
  3. Mirramax
    Nov 3, 2021
    10
    Отличный олдскульный шутер, тонны секретов, отличный дизайн локаций, круто в общем что вышла на свич
  4. ffp
    Nov 3, 2021
    9
    remember those old games that couldn't give u nice textures or graphics but were a blast to play ? i remember playing those kind of polygonal looking game for hours and never get bored.
    this was an instant flashback of me playing those kind of games, perfectly emulating the feel of early pc games but with fluid and comfy modernish gameplay that keeps you playing and playing.
    And now    remember those old games that couldn't give u nice textures or graphics but were a blast to play ? i remember playing those kind of polygonal looking game for hours and never get bored.
    this was an instant flashback of me playing those kind of games, perfectly emulating the feel of early pc games but with fluid and comfy modernish gameplay that keeps you playing and playing.
    And now you're telling me i can bring this with me on the switch and play it in handheld like i always wanted my games to play when i was a kid ?
    Fellas you're in for a treat!    … Expand
  5. Nintendist
    Jun 29, 2022
    0
    this game has no good characters. im really upset because i really wanna enjoy this game
  6. sKumbag70
    Nov 20, 2021
    10
    I have been following the development of this port rather closely and the 'under the hood' changes they made to get this running at a nearly solid 60fps is incredible. Clearly New Blood love their games and want to make sure the experience is as close to the PC version as possible. If you are sitting on the fence and reading this, if you decide to get this game be prepared for a fast,I have been following the development of this port rather closely and the 'under the hood' changes they made to get this running at a nearly solid 60fps is incredible. Clearly New Blood love their games and want to make sure the experience is as close to the PC version as possible. If you are sitting on the fence and reading this, if you decide to get this game be prepared for a fast, frantic, heart pounding time. Fast enemies, fast guns and even faster movement. A fantastic fluid experience nearly anyone can just pick up and play.… Expand
  7. Pete112
    Aug 4, 2022
    8
    Out of all the retro style FPS games, this has by far the best normal campaign mode.

    They have perfected the controls and gameplay. Everything feels spot on.

    It's a shame they didn't include the death matches with bots like quake did but its still well worth the money.
  8. Elite_Institute
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    "Dusk‘s reputation is well deserved. With fantastic level design, and guns that are a blast to use, this is first person shooting at its finest. It’s cathartic, it’s intense, it’s so damn satisfying. Despite losing a little of its momentum at the end, it’s still a shooter that fans of the genre need to experience."

    https://theeliteinstitute.net/2021/11/13/dusk/
  9. IamSquid
    Jan 2, 2023
    9
    Generally, I dislike first person shooters . . .
    . . . but this one ROCKS!!!
  10. TheLinkgirl
    May 13, 2022
    8
    While retro shooters have become somewhat popular once again in recent timers, Dusk is an excellent example of a retro shooter done right, at least for the most part. Stretching over 3 acts, Dusk's level design changes significantly as you progress through the game, starting simple and understandable, but progressively becoming more trippy as the game reaches its climax. With a finelyWhile retro shooters have become somewhat popular once again in recent timers, Dusk is an excellent example of a retro shooter done right, at least for the most part. Stretching over 3 acts, Dusk's level design changes significantly as you progress through the game, starting simple and understandable, but progressively becoming more trippy as the game reaches its climax. With a finely balanced set of weapons and an extremely enjoyable set of movement options, the overall gameplay of Dusk feels extremely satisfying to execute. That being said, the level design sadly seems to falter in the 2nd chapter, with only one level standing out amongst the otherwise lacking designs in that chapter. Despite that, the levels in the 1st and 3rd chapter more than make up for that, with the 3rd chapter being especially excellent. As far as modern retro shooters go, Dusk is one of the best as an overall package.… Expand
  11. rnd754
    Dec 6, 2021
    10
    This game brings me back to my first FPS games.
    Did you like ROTT, Doom, Quake etc? Then you will love this trip down memory lane.
  12. NindieSpotlight
    Dec 17, 2021
    9
    When I played just a demo of this well over a year ago at PAX East on the Switch hardware I knew it had massive potential, and playing the release version all I can say is “Bravo!” to the folks at New Blood for their efforts. Don’t let the old school low-poly look fool you, beneath that is a silky smooth FPS experience with level designs that feel both retro and modern somehow, and best ofWhen I played just a demo of this well over a year ago at PAX East on the Switch hardware I knew it had massive potential, and playing the release version all I can say is “Bravo!” to the folks at New Blood for their efforts. Don’t let the old school low-poly look fool you, beneath that is a silky smooth FPS experience with level designs that feel both retro and modern somehow, and best of all that will throw some genuine surprises at you that help to get the blood pumping. The recent remaster of Quake was great for the opportunity to revisit a true classic, but I’m also happy to have it fresh in my mind to be confident in saying Dusk manages to run some laps around it that reflect far more capable modern hardware and some evolving gaming sensibilities. Whether playing in handheld or in docked mode this is a dual-wielding (dual shotguns are a rush) shooter that is insane in all the best ways, chock full of more secrets than you could throw a decapitated head at, priced perfectly, and even comes with a little throwback extra goodie demake, Dust ‘82, that plays well in its own right.

    https://www.nindiespotlight.com/2021/10/mini-reviews-october-28th-edition.html    … Expand
  13. Tom666
    May 8, 2022
    10
    This game is absolutely mind blowing! You feel like you are tripping! Superb gameplay, very intense and surprising, also very scary, I got goosebumps at several points. Such a cool game! Recommended to all shooter fans! Runs perfect on the switch! A surreal nerdy masterpiece!

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#7 Best Switch Game of 2021
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#77 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2021

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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Mar 7, 2022
    90
    DUSK's smarts are what really make it work. Every level is brilliantly paced and thoughtfully spaced to inspire on-the fly strategies to survive this wholly unfair onslaught of terror. [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 19]
  2. COGconnected
    Jan 26, 2022
    80
    Dusk is a fantastic game. I think it loses a little bit by being on the Switch as controlling such a fast character with a controller just doesn’t feel as good as it does with mouse and keyboard. Combine that with a weapon wheel that doesn’t slow time, and you can have some chaotic moments that come from annoyance as you struggle to get the weapon you want while bunny-hopping around. Still, the atmosphere, level design, and pure frenetic gameplay are more than enough to make up for these minor drawbacks. Dusk on Switch is a horrifically good time, and being able to take it on the go is worth a few compromises.
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  3. Gamezebo
    Jan 3, 2022
    90
    The combat is massively satisfying, the visual storytelling and details are consistently delightful – Dusk is an almost perfect first person shooter and this is a perfect port.
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