Dustoff Z

63%
Game Brain Score Based on 21 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Dustoff Z is a helicopter sim that improves upon the previous game in the series, adding a more robust menu, improved graphics, and fun new zombie theme. If you’re into shooting zombies in a cartoony world, this is a title to consider checking out.
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Get those blades spinning and load up on guns and ammo, the time has come to rebuild humanity! Dustoff Z is a game about maneuvering combat-helicopters in one of the harshest weather conditions possible – A Zombie Apocalypse.

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  • PC
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  • Xbox One
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Reviews

63%
Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews
graphics7 positive mentions
  • Dustoff Z offers enjoyable and casual gameplay, combining helicopter piloting with zombie shooting in a fun and engaging way.
  • The game features a variety of missions and upgrades, allowing players to customize their helicopters and gunners, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The graphics and music are well-received, contributing to a charming and entertaining atmosphere that keeps players engaged.
  • The inability to change keybindings can hinder gameplay, especially for players using laptops with limited keyboard options.
  • Gameplay mechanics can feel imprecise and frustrating, particularly with item pickups and movement restrictions that detract from the overall experience.
  • Some players find the progression system uneven, with a lack of incentive to change helicopters or gunners as the game progresses.
  • story16 mentions

    The game's story unfolds in a post-zombie apocalypse setting, where players undertake various missions such as rescuing citizens, escorting convoys, and battling larger zombie bosses while managing resources like fuel and ammo. The narrative is enhanced by a progression system that allows for helicopter upgrades and customization, making each mission feel distinct and engaging despite the repetitive nature of the gameplay. Overall, the combination of mission variety and a compelling storyline contributes to an immersive experience, though some players find the fixed mission structure less enticing for replay.

    • “The post-zombie apocalypse storyline unfolds nicely as you fire at identified targets and some unexpected jumping enemies all the while trying to keep your chopper in the air without taking on too much damage.”
    • “I've played a few hours of Dustoff Z now and I'm enjoying it thoroughly; it has definitely taken the great aspects of the original Dustoff Heli Rescue and enhanced them with a better tech tree, graphical enhancements, and a fun and engaging storyline.”
    • “Each level has a distinct objective ranging from escort missions to rescuing citizens trapped between salvation and the undead.”
    • “Along with the different objectives, boss fights with larger zombies also occur from time to time as you progress through the story.”
    • “There are plenty of levels in the game where you undertake objectives such as rescuing missions and collecting cargo.”
  • graphics11 mentions

    The game's graphics are praised for their charming cartoonish style, which complements the fun and engaging gameplay. The minimalist design of characters and environments creates an arcade-like feel, while the cell-shaded visuals provide a refreshing alternative to more realistic titles. Overall, players appreciate the aesthetic choices, smooth performance, and how the graphics enhance the overall experience.

    • “In regards to graphics, the game is very nice to look at, and the music syncs perfectly with the action going on.”
    • “The choice in art style is one that I can appreciate and is one of the things that originally sparked my interest in the game.”
    • “The graphics and visuals are also nice, with the minimalist design of the characters, enemies, and environment giving an arcade-like feel to the game.”
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay of Dustoff Z is a mixed bag; while some players find it fun, casual, and addictive, others criticize it for being imprecise and poorly executed, particularly in mechanics that detract from the overall experience. The generous revive system reduces the threat of death, but many feel that the gameplay struggles to match the quality of similar arcade-style games.

    • “An absolutely fantastic game with nice graphics and fun and addicting gameplay.”
    • “Simple but quite enjoyable gameplay!”
    • “Nice casual gameplay.”
    • “Every aspect of the gameplay feels like it’s needlessly imprecise.”
    • “I spent as much time fighting the mechanics as I did fighting the zombies within it.”
    • “I get that Dustoff Z is trying to be an arcade-style experience, but it doesn’t excuse the sloppy execution in the bulk of the gameplay.”
  • music5 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its seamless synchronization with the action, contributing to an engaging experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as "amazing" and "dope," enhancing the overall enjoyment alongside the game's appealing graphics and gameplay.

    • “In regards to graphics, the game is very nice to look at and the music syncs perfectly with the action going on.”
    • “A fun little game with short levels and an amazing soundtrack!”
    • “Music, backgrounds, and physics make the game enjoyable.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game's optimization is praised for its ability to deliver a visually clear experience without demanding significant resources, allowing for smooth performance with minimal effort.

    • “It's easy to discern everything around you while not requiring much effort to make it run smoothly.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players appreciate the replayability of the game, noting that multiple star points per level encourage them to refine their performance by completing levels faster or without casualties, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The addition of having multiple star points per level, where the time it takes to complete a level or completing it without casualties, adds significant replayability to the game as you strive to perfect your performance.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and paths available, encouraging players to explore different strategies and outcomes.”
    • “The dynamic events and random elements ensure that no two runs are the same, making it easy to jump back in for another round.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted as a key element, with players enjoying the comedic aspects of zombie elimination and finding the gameplay to be a fun way to pass the time.

    • “Great way to kill time, straightforward progression path, and some of the extra ways to kill those pesky zombies are pretty damn funny.”
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Critic Reviews

69% average critic score

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Play time

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