Dust & Neon

About

"Dust & Neon" is a single-player action game that combines the genres of sci-fi and Western in a roguelite format. The game boasts beautiful gameplay and good graphics, but does have a number of bugs that can affect the experience. Immerse yourself in this unique world and prepare for a challenging, action-packed adventure.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

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

57%

Audience ScoreBased on 221 reviews

gameplay13 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features great graphics and a fun art style, reminiscent of the Borderlands series.
The core gameplay is enjoyable, with satisfying gunplay and a unique reload mechanic.
It has a lot of potential as a roguelite shooter, offering a challenging experience with varied bosses.

The controls are frustratingly bad, with inaccurate prompts and issues with aiming and shooting mechanics.
Frequent bugs and glitches can cause players to lose weapons and progress, making the game feel unstable.
The requirement for a Netflix account to play limits accessibility and frustrates many potential players.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
79%
13%
The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with players feeling that missions are repetitive and disconnected from a coherent narrative. Many reviews highlight frustrating gameplay mechanics, such as losing weapons upon mission failure and bugs that hinder mission completion, further detracting from any potential story development. Overall, the experience is described as lacking in meaningful storytelling, with a focus primarily on combat and mission execution.
- “The randomness of the missions is appreciated until you can't complete a mission because enemies are in areas not game accessible, then you lose all your hard-earned weaponry.”
- “I'm getting a Space Marshals vibe, but with a whole lot less story and less engagement.”
- “But it lacks story development; the aiming is bad, and I don't know what my character is doing in the game.”
- “Not much of a story.”
- “I'm getting a Space Marshals vibe but with a whole lot less story and less engagement.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
27%
14%
The gameplay is generally well-received, with many players enjoying the core mechanics and the engaging gameplay loop. However, issues such as poor controls, sensitivity problems, and instability leading to weapon loss detract from the overall experience. While the game features interesting mechanics and a fun setting, the lack of customization and repetitive elements may lead to frustration and diminished long-term interest.
- “Great game, fantastic mechanics.”
- “Fun top down shooter with an interesting reload mechanic and a cool robot western setting.”
- “Great game, decently optimized all things considered and the gameplay mechanics are tight and addictive.”
- “I know it's a rogue-lite and that's part of the core gameplay loop, but losing weapons because the game is unstable is infuriating.”
- “The gameplay itself is good overall, but the terrible controls make this game annoyingly difficult.”
- “Taking cover just doesn't happen anymore, despite it being a core aspect of gameplay.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the art style and overall design, often comparing it to the Borderlands series. However, players report issues such as graphical artifacts, lag, and performance problems, particularly on certain devices, which detracts from the experience. While some find the visuals appealing and smooth, others express frustration with the game's optimization and control limitations.
- “Great game with wonderful art style and graphics.”
- “This game is extraordinary; the graphics are amazing, the animation is out of this world, and I can't stop playing it. I have it on all my devices.”
- “Cool graphics and game design, nice sound effects.”
- “Changing the graphics quality mid-game sometimes creates artifacts.”
- “I'm getting graphical glitches on S22 Ultra, with blocks and other artifacts on screen during gameplay.”
- “My phone gets really hot while playing this game, even on low graphics settings.”
stability
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
77%
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while it runs well on some devices, many users report significant bugs, including character freezes, app crashes, and graphical glitches. Players have experienced issues with losing weapons and inventory due to crashes, as well as inaccessible levels caused by glitches. Despite these problems, some users find the mobile port to be stable and enjoyable.
- “Really cool roguelite and runs great.”
- “The mobile port is well made with no glitches so far.”
- “Awesome little action game... it looks and runs great on my phone.”
- “So many glitches and unbeatable levels because of small spaces that are inaccessible, except to that last enemy you need to kill in order to move on.”
- “If the game goes to sleep mode, closes, glitches out, you are considered dead, losing your character.”
- “Buggy as hell, you lose your weapons constantly due to app crashing, and then you spawn with 0 items in your inventory after hours of getting them.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The monetization model of the game is praised for its transparency, as there are no hidden or overt in-app purchases, contributing to a positive user experience. Players appreciate the absence of in-game purchases, viewing it as a commendable aspect of the game.
- “Furthermore, there are no hidden or overt in-app purchases.”
- “The fact that there are no in-app purchases is quite noble. Cheers, guys! Great game so far.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while it runs smoothly and features appealing visuals, players have reported issues such as lag and low frame rates, particularly on mobile devices. The lack of controller support and cumbersome aiming mechanics further detract from the experience, leading many to recommend playing on platforms like the Nintendo Switch, Xbox, or PC instead. Despite these concerns, some users still find the game enjoyable and well-optimized for its intended platforms.
- “Great game, decently optimized all things considered and the gameplay mechanics are tight and addictive.”
- “I've played it for a bit and honestly it's a lot of fun and I really enjoy the art style, although my only complaint is the lag; even with the max fps set to 60, it would still be laggy. Even on medium graphic settings, I only hit about 20-23 fps. I've played more demanding games smoothly without any lag; maybe it's just an optimization issue?”
- “I've played it for a bit and honestly it's a lot of fun and I really enjoy the art style. However, my only complaint is the lag. Even with the max FPS set to 60, it still feels laggy. On medium graphic settings, I only hit about 20-23 FPS. I've played more demanding games smoothly without any lag; maybe it's just an optimization issue?”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The atmosphere of the game is heavily influenced by the Borderlands series, featuring vibrant graphics and a playful tone that enhances the twin-stick shooting experience. Players appreciate the engaging visuals and overall fun ambiance that contribute to the game's appeal.
- “It's a fun game for twin-stick shooting enthusiasts; the atmosphere and visuals feel reminiscent of the Borderlands series.”
- “The graphics, atmosphere, and guns remind me of the Borderlands games.”
- “It's a fun game for twin-stick shooting, but the atmosphere and visuals feel too much like the Borderlands games.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting that it beautifully complements the art style and overall design, enhancing the game's immersive experience.
- “The art style and music complement what seems to be a labor of love.”
- “The look and layout of the game is brilliant, and I love the music.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express that the replayability of the game is limited, particularly due to its availability only on specific versions of Netflix, which affects their overall enjoyment and willingness to revisit the game.
- “If this were playable on other versions of Netflix, I would definitely rate it higher.”
- “The lack of variety in gameplay makes it hard to want to replay.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and experience it again.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players feel that the game heavily relies on grinding mechanics, which detracts from the overall experience and differs significantly from the engaging gameplay found in titles like Space Marshalls.
- “The game feels like nothing more than a grinding mechanism, lacking the depth of Space Marshals.”
- “Grinding in this game is tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the grinding aspect to be overly time-consuming and not rewarding enough.”