Dusty Revenge:Co-Op Edition
- February 16, 2014
- PD Design Studio
- 4h median play time
Get on Steam"Dusty Revenge: Co-Op Edition" is a 2D action game featuring stylistic combat and platforming. Play as Dusty, joined by support characters Rondel and McCoy, each with unique abilities to aid in your quest for vengeance. The new local co-op mode allows you and a friend to combine abilities and take on large enemy clusters in this thrilling adventure.
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Reviews
- The game features gorgeous in-game graphics and a unique art style that appeals to many players.
- The combat system includes a variety of combos and support characters, adding depth to the gameplay.
- Some players find the game enjoyable and reminiscent of classic side-scrolling beat 'em ups, providing a fun experience despite its flaws.
- The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including long loading times, crashes, and unresponsive controls, making it frustrating to play.
- Many players report that the combat feels clunky and lacks the satisfying impact expected from a beat 'em up, with inconsistent hitboxes and animations.
- The platforming elements are poorly designed, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences and a lack of engaging level design.
- story30 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The story of "Dusty Revenge: Co-op Edition" is a revenge-driven narrative inspired by classic westerns, featuring anthropomorphic characters and a straightforward plot that many reviewers found clichéd and lacking in depth. While some players appreciated the art style and found the story entertaining, others criticized it for being generic, with mediocre voice acting and a lack of significant storytelling elements. Overall, the narrative is seen as a mixed bag, appealing to some for its charm while disappointing others with its predictability and execution.
“The story is an unapologetically overwrought western tale of revenge, with furries.”
“I love the characters, the art style, the story, the setting, and the gameplay.”
“The story is immersive and I really like the voice.”
“The whole revenge idea story takes a lot of inspiration from God of War and it's a shame the game doesn't live up to deliver a good experience.”
“The story is typically cheesy, right out of an old western revenge movie.”
“The voice acting is mediocre at best and the story seems very generic (hero is happy with girl - girl gets killed - hero goes to avenge girl's death).”
- graphics28 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning art style and character designs, while others criticize the lack of fluid animations and poor performance. Although the in-game visuals are described as colorful and well-crafted, issues such as clunky animations and unresponsive controls detract from the overall experience. Cutscenes are noted to be of lower quality than the in-game graphics, further contributing to the inconsistency in visual presentation.
“The graphics are really cool and the fighting feels good, more so when you start to learn the combos.”
“- gorgeous in-game graphics.”
“I love the art style and characters.”
“The graphics are kind of ok when standing still, but the animations aren't fluid or seamless; moves feel out of context and combos don't fit the gameplay.”
“- cutscenes manage to be worse in quality than in-game graphics.”
“The game runs really poorly for me, has a very limited options menu, and has no right to be running slowly on a decent PC with as little in the way of graphics as it has.”
- gameplay26 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the decent combat mechanics and the variety of combos, while others criticize the lack of fluidity in animations, repetitive gameplay, and poor level design. Many users noted issues such as long loading times, crashes, and laggy controls that detract from the overall experience. Despite its potential and appealing art style, the game struggles with core mechanics that fail to deliver a satisfying and engaging gameplay experience.
“Gameplay consists of hybrid platformer and arcade style versus fighting with combos and some degree of progression; as you move further into the game, you unlock more content.”
“The gameplay and controls feel great, and the different forms of combat do fine on their own.”
“The idea with the support characters added a nice extra mechanic to the gameplay.”
“It's virtually impossible to engage with the proper mechanics or pace dodges/attacks - not to mention how aesthetically displeasing it looks - thanks to the weird frameskip.”
“It seems to have a bunch of cool combos, but when the gameplay feels awful, and there is little incentive to keep pushing forward, it makes for a lackluster experience, especially in a 2D brawler.”
“Just... really boring gameplay.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the soundtrack and sound effects, while others criticize issues such as inconsistent audio levels, music cutting out, and a lack of engaging compositions. Overall, while there are positive notes about the music, technical problems and a perceived lack of depth detract from the experience.
“Nice artwork and music, has move list with some good combos, bosses, bunnies, and pistols.”
“- nice music!”
“- good game sounds and music”
“Unfortunately, the music cuts in and out and eventually goes silent, making the game feel broken as a result.”
“The music is too low, the sound effects are too high, and the cutscenes are literally deafening.”
“I know the game was running because after a minute the main menu music started playing, and by pressing enter, the opening cinematic dialog started playing.”
- stability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
The game's stability is highly inconsistent, with users reporting a range of issues from occasional crashes after boss fights to persistent bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay. While some players have experienced fewer problems over time, many still find the game to feel unfinished and plagued by significant technical issues. Overall, the stability remains a major concern for players.
“As far as I can tell, the game is bug-free and it works fine now.”
“The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't encountered any crashes or major issues.”
“I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it feels very stable and reliable.”
“Extremely buggy to this day.”
“I was hesitant to buy this because I heard that it was really buggy, but after playing it for the last several days, the only thing I noticed was that sometimes after a boss fight the game crashes.”
“It's got all kinds of bugs and glitches; some of the enemies are just white blocky objects, and it's always freezing when it tries to give you more moves or upgrades, and keeps resetting back to the beginning of the game!”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as inconsistent, with some players finding it amusing for short sessions due to its slapstick elements and quirky gameplay twists, while others criticize it for being unoriginal and lacking depth. The combination of poorly executed mechanics and an attempt at edgy humor results in a mixed reception, with some moments landing well and others falling flat. Overall, the humor seems to be a hit-or-miss aspect of the experience.
“It was overall a funny game for a few sessions.”
“+ classic beat'em up arcade inspiration with some funny gameplay twists, long easy combos, specials.”
“Bosses are uninteresting and the game tries to be hilariously edgy while simultaneously allowing the player to glide about using Dusty's ears as a parachute.”
- character development3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its appealing designs and consistent steampunk aesthetic, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, the fast-paced action can sometimes overshadow the appreciation of these character elements.
“I really like the character designs and the western setting.”
“The levels, background illustrations, and character design are gorgeous, and the steampunk feel is fresh and consistent.”
“The animations are acceptable, the art is nice, and the character design is okay.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of combat to be tedious rather than enjoyable, citing issues such as unsatisfying hitboxes, bullet sponge enemies, and a lack of impactful hits that detract from the overall experience.
“The combat looks good, with a couple of moves and combos, and supporters that add something different to the gameplay. However, it feels more tedious than fun. I can't pinpoint why exactly, but it might be due to the not-so-great hitboxes, overly bullet-spongy enemies, or the lack of satisfying impact in my hits.”
“Grinding in this game is a chore. The repetitive nature of the tasks makes it feel like I'm just going through the motions without any real sense of progress or enjoyment.”
“I find the grinding aspect to be incredibly dull. It feels like I'm stuck in a loop, doing the same things over and over again without any meaningful rewards.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, making it more suitable for local co-op play with friends, but players recommend purchasing it on sale or in a bundle due to its lack of long-term engagement.
“I would recommend the game to everyone with a friend for local co-op, but get it in a bundle or with a discount because it has nearly no replay value.”
“After finishing the game, I found little incentive to play it again. The lack of varied content really diminishes its replayability.”
“While the initial experience was enjoyable, I quickly realized that there isn't much to draw me back for a second playthrough.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, running poorly even on capable hardware, and features a limited options menu that fails to address performance concerns.
“The game runs really poorly for me, has a very limited options menu, and has no right to be running slowly on a decent PC with as little in the way of graphics as it has.”
