Dusty Revenge:Co-Op Edition

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Dusty Revenge:Co-Op Edition is a single player and multiplayer hack and slash game. It was developed by PD Design Studio and was released on February 16, 2014. It received negative reviews from players.

"Dusty Revenge: Co-Op Edition" is a 2D action game where players assume the role of Dusty, a gunslinger seeking revenge against a ruthless villain. Featuring stylish combat, unique support characters, and a local co-op mode, players can battle through lavishly drawn environments and work together to fulfill their thirst for vengeance. The support characters, Rondel and McCoy, bring their own weapons and abilities to the fight, offering a diverse gameplay experience.

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29%

Audience ScoreBased on 129 reviews

graphics13 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game features a unique art style and character design that many players find appealing.
The combat system includes a variety of combos and support mechanics that can enhance gameplay.
Some players enjoy the nostalgic feel of the game, reminiscent of classic side-scrolling beat 'em ups.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including long loading times, crashes, and unresponsive controls.
Many players report that the combat feels clunky and lacks the satisfying impact expected from a beat 'em up.
The platforming elements are poorly designed, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.

story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The game's story is a revenge-driven narrative heavily inspired by classic westerns, featuring anthropomorphic characters in a familiar, albeit clichéd, plotline. While some players appreciate the art style and find the story entertaining, many criticize it for being generic, lacking depth, and suffering from poor execution, including mediocre voice acting and drawn-out cutscenes. Overall, the story may appeal to fans of the genre, but it fails to deliver originality or significant character development.
- “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 an unapologetically overwrought western tale of revenge, with furries.”
- “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).”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
43%
11%
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.”
- “The character graphics are all fully animated, with cutscenes that are stylized and just gorgeous.”
- “I love the art style and characters.”
- “The graphics are kind of okay 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.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
62%
15%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with players noting decent combat mechanics and a variety of combos, but many criticize the lack of fluidity in animations and the overall polish of the mechanics. Issues such as long loading times, crashes, and repetitive gameplay detract from the experience, making it feel tedious rather than enjoyable. While the game has potential with its classic beat 'em up inspiration and support character mechanics, it ultimately falls short due to poor hit detection and unsatisfying combat impact.
- “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 frame skip.”
- “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.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the soundtrack and sound effects, while others report significant issues such as music cutting out, low volume levels, and a lack of engaging compositions. Overall, the inconsistency in audio quality detracts from the gaming experience, leaving some players feeling that the music is uninteresting and poorly balanced with sound effects.
- “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.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
86%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches, including crashes after boss fights and freezing during upgrades. While some players have experienced fewer issues over time, the overall consensus is that the game feels unfinished and unstable, leading to a frustrating experience.
- “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 runs seamlessly without any interruptions.”
- “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!”
- “Very buggy and unfinished feeling!”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as inconsistent, with some players finding it amusing for short periods, particularly due to its classic beat'em up inspiration and quirky gameplay twists. However, others criticize the humor as forced and unoriginal, with a mix of poorly executed elements that detract from the overall experience. The attempt at edgy humor and absurd mechanics, like using a character's ears as a parachute, adds to the game's comedic moments but may not resonate with all players.
- “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 development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers appreciate the character designs and the unique western and steampunk aesthetic, noting that the visuals are generally appealing. However, some find the fast-paced action can make it difficult to fully appreciate the character development and animations. Overall, the character design is seen as a strong point, contributing to the game's artistic charm.
- “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.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of combat to be tedious rather than enjoyable, citing issues such as unsatisfying hit feedback, bullet sponge enemies, and potentially poor hitbox mechanics as contributing factors to the lack of engagement.
- “The combat looks good, with your character having a couple of moves and combos, along with supporters that add something different to the gameplay. However, it feels more tedious than fun. I can't pinpoint exactly why, but it might be due to the not-so-great hitboxes, overly bullet-spongy enemies, or the lack of satisfying impact in your hits.”
- “Grinding in this game is a chore. The repetitive nature of the tasks makes it feel like a slog rather than an engaging experience.”
- “I find the grinding aspect to be incredibly dull. It feels like I'm just going through the motions without any real sense of progress or reward.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers limited replayability, making it more suitable for local co-op play with friends rather than solo experiences. Players suggest purchasing it on sale or as part of a bundle to enhance its value.
- “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.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been criticized for poor performance on capable hardware, with users noting a limited options menu and a lack of graphical complexity that fails to justify the slow running speeds.
- “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.”