All Is Dust

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All Is Dust is a single player action game with a horror theme. It was developed by Mannequin Games LLC and was released on June 26, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

All Is Dust is a first-person horror game for PC and Oculus Rift. Experience the terror of a dust storm in the 1930s and unravel the mystery surrounding your decaying farm.

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44%

Audience ScoreBased on 792 reviews

story57 positive mentions

stability48 negative mentions

The game has a nice creepy aesthetic and story that can be engaging for a short experience.
It's free, making it accessible for anyone to try without any financial commitment.
The atmosphere is well-crafted, creating a sense of unease and tension throughout the gameplay.

The game is extremely short, taking only about 15-30 minutes to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
It suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating to play.
There is no options menu to adjust settings like mouse sensitivity or audio, which detracts from the overall experience.

story
176 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its unique premise and emotional depth, while others criticize it for being vague, poorly executed, or unfinished. Many reviews highlight the potential for a compelling narrative that is ultimately undermined by bugs, confusing plot points, and a lack of clarity, leaving players with a sense of dissatisfaction regarding the story's resolution. Overall, while the atmosphere and visuals are often praised, the storytelling itself is seen as inconsistent and in need of further development.
- “I love the visuals, the sounds, and the story of the game.”
- “The story was actually really good and the graphics were good too.”
- “The story is brilliant, the lack of an escape menu is nothing short of magnificent and the crashes are to die for.”
- “The story is poorly written, whatever storytelling there was was pretty tame and boring.”
- “The story felt empty and didn't make any sense whatsoever.”
- “Probably one of the worst games I've played in a while, extremely boring and generic story that doesn't even get closure in the end.”
gameplay
85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
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The gameplay has been widely criticized for its lack of originality and polish, with many reviewers noting basic mechanics reminiscent of other indie horror games. Players have reported frustrating glitches, awkward controls, and a tedious experience, particularly with the monster mechanics that fail to deliver genuine scares. While some elements, like the atmosphere and certain mechanics, show potential, the overall execution leaves much to be desired, making it hard to recommend despite its free-to-play status.
- “The gameplay is a mixed bag with this game.”
- “The atmosphere and sounds are creepy, and the gameplay is good; what more can one ask?”
- “I think that combining Slender mechanics with SCP Containment Breach mechanics was a very cool idea.”
- “The gameplay is nothing special, and you probably saw it multiple times if you played some indie horror games available on Steam.”
- “Gameplay is incredibly basic, which only makes the lack of polish more troubling.”
- “The mechanics are clunky; once you figure out how to work them, you get no explanation, and the monster is ridiculous and tedious.”
graphics
81 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique art style and atmospheric visuals, while others criticize them as subpar or reminiscent of outdated technology. Many comments highlight a lack of graphical options and optimization issues, leading to performance problems on lower-end systems. Overall, while some find the graphics charming and fitting for the horror genre, others feel they detract from the overall experience.
- “I love the visuals, the sounds, and the story of the game.”
- “I enjoyed every second, great horror aspects, beautiful graphics for such a simple game.”
- “The visuals are quite nice to look at, and I believe it's because this game sticks to a consistent art style, with none of the assets feeling out of place.”
- “The graphics in this game are bad; they are most likely bought Unity assets. The game is set in a really generic farm with nothing unique to make it stand out from other horror games.”
- “Now let's start with the graphics: the graphics are terrible. No, really, they are so horrible they look like something out of a rejected PS1 video game.”
- “The game is glitchy as hell, the story is nonsensical, the antagonists are crudely produced, the map doesn't work, the graphics are flat, the sounds are average, and the time spent trying to work out what on earth this title is aiming for massively exceeds any potential enjoyment time.”
atmosphere
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is frequently praised as its strongest aspect, with many reviewers noting its creepy, immersive qualities that effectively set a dark and unsettling tone. While some players appreciate the thematic elements and unique settings, others point out that technical issues and bugs can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game succeeds in creating a spooky ambiance, though opinions vary on its ability to maintain tension and engagement throughout.
- “The atmosphere is unnerving and the horror elements are disturbing, but not so bad that I was too scared to play.”
- “The atmosphere is great and probably the best thing about this game; it sets the mood perfectly and it's just all around a really good setup for a game.”
- “Creepy, unnatural sounds, disturbing, bassy drones, and the spectral, eerie whispers enriched the atmosphere of eternal darkness.”
- “The story is nothing to write home about but the atmosphere is unnerving and the horror elements are disturbing, but not so bad that I was too scared to play.”
- “The atmosphere and sounds are creepy, and the gameplay is good, what more can one ask?”
- “I understand that this is more of an indie horror but it doesn't feel like a ton of love and natural style has been put into this game, which really can degrade the atmosphere.”
stability
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely criticized for its numerous bugs and glitches, which significantly hinder gameplay and stability. Many players report game-breaking issues, including crashes that require a full system restart, graphical glitches, and unresponsive controls. While some find the game concept interesting, the overwhelming instability makes it nearly unplayable for many users.
- “This game was absolutely terrible; the glitches were insane.”
- “I found the game so buggy as to be literally unplayable, prone to locking up my PC to the point of requiring a hard boot, and the story is extremely vague.”
- “It's a buggy mess with no options menu that crashes constantly, is little more than a poor walking simulator with a story that is less than charming at its absolute best.”
humor
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is predominantly described as unintentional, with many players finding the monsters and gameplay mechanics more amusing than scary. Reviews highlight the hilarity of voice-overs, awkward animations, and absurd monster designs, leading to laughter rather than fear. While some appreciate the comedic elements, others criticize the game for its poor execution and lack of genuine horror, suggesting it may be best enjoyed ironically.
- “The voice-overs are hilarious, the monster glitches, it's easy to figure out and beat.”
- “Personally, I had high hopes for this game actually being scary. I love horror games, but this game is far from being scary. The monster looks silly and a bit funny with his facial expression; he makes a weird noise each time he attacks you. When you stare at him, he just freezes in place, being all like 'he can't see me if I don't move!' Along with the fact that if you walk into him, he vanishes into smoke; he's obviously a magician!”
- “12/10 - this was the most hilarious 23 minutes I've had in a long time.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
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Overall, the music in the game is generally well-received, with many users praising its quality and atmospheric qualities, despite some noting a lack of variety and length in the tracks. While the soundtrack enhances the experience, it is often overshadowed by criticisms of the narration and gameplay. Users appreciate the music as a strong point, especially in contrast to other elements of the game.
- “The music, sound effects, and voice acting are all pretty decent to boot for a free title.”
- “The setting, music, and sounds were nice; the graphics were acceptable, but the gameplay was awful.”
- “The audio in the game is amazing, not to mention the great soundtrack that is just making me cry.”
- “Not enough music to set the scene.”
- “Only music after unity intro.”
- “The very short single music loop is passable.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with many users reporting poor performance, low frame rates, and significant bugs, particularly on lower-end hardware. While some appreciate the atmospheric elements, the use of the Unity Personal Edition engine has led to a consensus that the game is badly optimized, making it unplayable for those without high-end graphics cards. Despite its simple graphics, the game struggles to deliver a smooth experience, with many players experiencing crashes and low FPS.
- “Because of its simple graphics and objects, it has good performance and should run on any toaster.”
- “- The ambient is amazing, the game is optimized, the game is awesome. It is a great game; I am so impressed!”
- “Game had potential, but I only got a consistent 20 fps in-game, and I have a decent rig. It should have maxed it out; I would have played through if my rig could have run it. All it needs is more optimization.”
- “First of all, this game runs on the Unity Personal Edition engine, so automatically the optimization is terrible.”
- “Game had potential but I only got a consistent 20 fps in-game and I have a decent rig. It should have maxed it out. I would have played through if my rig would have been able to run it; all it needs is more optimization.”
- “Climbs up ladder goes backwards, is flying. This game is badly optimized. I have an AMD Radeon 6570 HD and this game runs at 20 fps or less. I run a newly made game with almost better graphics than this and I get 50 fps. This game is very badly optimized; if you don't have a good graphics card, you can forget about this game. Also, there are no settings to change the graphics.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be impactful, with many describing the story as heartfelt and touching, despite some gameplay frustrations. The game evokes strong feelings, making it a unique experience in the horror genre, even if it suffers from technical issues and a lack of depth in other areas. Overall, it successfully elicits a range of emotions, from discomfort to humor.
- “The truth and the theme of this game is truly amazing and heart touching.”
- “Took me 30 minutes to complete and the story was heartfelt.”
- “This is the first horror game that has affected me on an emotional level.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is criticized for its lack of replayability, with multiple users noting that it can be completed in a very short time (around 13 minutes) and offers no incentive for multiple playthroughs. While it is considered a fun experience for a single session, the absence of replay value significantly limits its long-term appeal.
- “The game took me 13 minutes to finish and there's no replay value whatsoever; it's a one-time playthrough.”
- “Yeah, it's short and there is zero replay value, but for what it is (and it's free, ladies and gentlemen), it's a fun little horror story.”
- “Worth a try since it is free, but not really any replay value.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, with clunky mechanics and a lack of clear instructions. While the initial experience may seem engaging, it quickly devolves into a monotonous task, detracting from the overall enjoyment. The monster design also fails to evoke fear, further contributing to the sense of tedium in gameplay.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The mechanics are clunky; once you figure out how to work them, you get no explanation, and the monster is ridiculous and tedious.”
- “At first it seemed fun, but the actual gameplay once the creature shows up is not scary so much as tedious.”