DROS

About

"Dros is a single-player platformer game with a dark fantasy adventure story. Play as a gooey creature and her human bounty hunter shell, body-swapping to solve puzzles, fight enemies, and uncover tower mysteries. Meet odd characters and navigate 40 unique levels in this beautiful game with a twist around every corner."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+10

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features charming artwork and engaging character designs, creating a delightful atmosphere.
The gameplay combines puzzles, platforming, and light combat, offering a fun and stimulating experience.
The dual-character mechanic adds depth to the puzzles, requiring players to think creatively to progress.

Combat mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive, detracting from the overall experience.
Some puzzles lack clear communication, leading to confusion about objectives and solutions.
The story, while interesting, could benefit from deeper character interactions and more engaging writing.

gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
37%
16%
The gameplay is generally praised for its stimulating mechanics, blending puzzles, combat, and platforming with character-switching elements that keep it engaging. While some players noted a lack of variety over the game's length, the intuitive design and clever level challenges contribute to a fun experience. However, there are mentions of minor issues, such as lag and certain mechanics feeling underwhelming, which could affect overall enjoyment.
- “Gameplay design is a good blend of puzzles, combat, and platforming, as you switch characters.”
- “Wonderful atmosphere, unique and mythical setting, cute designs and humour, gameplay is very intuitive and fun, platforming puzzles are engaging and 100%-ing each level felt worthwhile.”
- “Super cute Ghibli-esque setting and art design which I love, and the gameplay is super addictive with really unique and engaging puzzles and mechanics!”
- “It's long, and the mechanics of the game don't vary all that much over the 10-ish hours it'll probably take you to complete it, so it could just be that people are burning out on it partway through.”
- “A strange and punishing mechanic to have health be a level completion goal.”
- “The ability to see platforms is not even worth calling a game mechanic, let alone an ability.”
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
26%
16%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many praising its engaging narrative, well-written characters, and humor. While some reviewers noted that the writing could be improved and that the story lacks depth in certain areas, the overall consensus is that it effectively captivates players and enhances the gameplay experience. The combination of a fantasy setting, comedic elements, and immersive art contributes to a compelling story that many hope will continue in future installments.
- “The story is engaging and the characters are well written and funny.”
- “The fantasy story has depth and makes you want to know what happens at the end and the art is stellar.”
- “It's so easy to immerse yourself in the story and the art is stunning.”
- “While it does have a story, it's very secondary and lacks a strong hook.”
- “A lot of fluff during the levels (which I do like) but nothing that adds depth and plot progression.”
- “It also has a better story than Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker by having a story, not just a bird that steals the same thing over and over.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
36%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming art style and visually appealing designs, contributing to an immersive atmosphere. Players appreciate the well-executed artwork and the overall aesthetic, which complements the game's setting and enhances the experience. While some find the gameplay lacking, the visuals remain a standout feature that captivates many.
- “The art style and soundtrack are perfect for the setting as well.”
- “The visuals are very cool and I love the atmosphere.”
- “The art style is well done and easy on the eyes.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
22%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some find it forgettable and overly background, others appreciate its atmospheric qualities and fitting electronic style that complements the art and characters. Overall, the soundtrack is described as a cool mix of spaced-out synths that enhances the game's charm and fun.
- “The art style and soundtrack are perfect for the setting as well.”
- “Amazing game from the devs. I've only played the first chapter but am in love with the art style, characters, and music.”
- “The combo of the art, music, and funny characters really create a very atmospheric game…and most importantly it's really fun!”
- “The music is boring.”
- “It has music, but it's the type that feels so background that if I didn't stop and try to listen to it, I would forget it was ever there.”
- “Graphics are charming, music okay.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with well-written characters and engaging dialogue that evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic titles like Monkey Island. Players appreciate the combination of funny storytelling, entertaining banter, and a whimsical fantasy world, all of which contribute to an enjoyable and atmospheric experience. Overall, the humor enhances the gameplay, making it both fun and memorable.
- “The story is engaging and the characters are well written and funny.”
- “The highlight for me is the funny story and characters.”
- “The combo of the art, music, and funny characters really create a very atmospheric game…and most importantly it's really fun!”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its unique and mythical setting, enhanced by engaging visuals, art, and music. Players appreciate the combination of cute designs, humor, and intuitive gameplay, which together create an immersive and enjoyable experience. The atmosphere significantly contributes to the fun of the platforming puzzles and the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Wonderful atmosphere, unique and mythical setting, cute designs and humor, gameplay is very intuitive and fun, platforming puzzles are engaging and 100%-ing each level felt worthwhile.”
- “The combo of the art, music, and funny characters really create a very atmospheric game…and most importantly, it's really fun!”
- “Great game, lots of atmosphere and the swapping mechanic is really fun.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The game offers solid replayability through various challenges, allowing players to revisit levels for 100% completion. Its classic platformer design enhances replay value, and features like a 'speedrun' timer and initial speed challenges further encourage players to replay levels.
- “Classic style platformer with great level design and replayability in mind.”
- “For those who enjoy replay value, there is an option for a 'speedrun' timer as well as initial speed challenges for each level, which is a cool feature.”
- “The different challenges offer some replayability, allowing you to replay previous levels if you want to 100% the game.”
- “For those who enjoy replay value, there is an option for a 'speedrun' timer as well as initial speed challenges for each level, which is a nice addition.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly regarding collectibles, and suggest that allowing players to switch control between characters could alleviate this monotony. The current system makes the experience feel unnecessarily prolonged and cumbersome.
- “Collectibles are too tedious to bother with.”
- “If you could simply switch control between characters, the game would generally be infinitely less tedious.”
- “One character could've just done everything, and the game would be less tedious for it.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck without any need for additional setup, making it an ideal choice for the platform, and users are hopeful for its official verification soon.
- “Runs great on the Steam Deck without any additional setup required; it's the perfect game for the platform, so hopefully it gets deck verified soon.”