UnDuster

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UnDuster is a single player platformer game with fantasy and dark fantasy themes. It was developed by Atlas and was released on November 29, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Gameplay UnDuster is a tight precision platformer with two versatile movement abilities - a fast 8 directional dash that sucks you wherever you need to go, and a sustained omnidirectional blast that can blow you away from any hazard. StoryGertrude Gummers has lived a long fulfilled life, and the light at the end of the tunnel (retirement) draws ever nearer. But the time has come for one last job…

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Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

story1 negative mentions

Tight and polished platforming gameplay with intuitive but challenging mechanics.
Unique and refreshing take on the precision platformer genre, introducing new mechanics every level.
Great ambiance supported by cohesive pixel art and soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience.

Some floaty and janky controls can make precise platforming frustrating, especially with certain hazards and moving platforms.
Level designs and visuals can feel repetitive and lack variation, with some minor issues in hitboxes and clarity.
Gamepad controls are awkward for aiming and movement, lacking options to invert joystick input, leading to frustration for controller users.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay offers a fresh and unique twist on traditional platforming, blending simple mechanics with innovative ideas and speed techniques. While controls are generally tight and intuitive, some precision challenges and occasional mechanical quirks can impact the experience. Overall, it provides a fun, skill-based, and progressively complex platforming experience.
- “This is a really cool and unique spin on the platformer formula, featuring advanced speed techniques similar to Celeste's wavedashing, making the gameplay very fun and engaging.”
- “Every level introduces new mechanics that are first presented individually and later combined with previous ones, increasing the complexity and depth of the gameplay.”
- “The controls and mechanics are tight, and it is just your skills that limit you.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality and how well it complements the visuals and overall aesthetic, enhancing the immersive experience. However, some find the soundtrack less memorable due to the repetitive level design.
- “I have to give praise to the great aesthetic of the game: the art, music, and ambience are all cohesive.”
- “The soundtrack complements the visuals perfectly, making you truly feel like a grandma maid with a slug boss.”
- “Tight platforming, good pixel art, nice soundtrack.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's graphics feature a cohesive and appealing aesthetic that pairs well with its soundtrack, creating an immersive atmosphere. However, the visual similarity between levels can make the environments feel repetitive and less memorable.
- “I have to give praise to the great aesthetic of the game: the art, music, and ambience are all cohesive, though the similarity of the levels makes them feel a bit samey and forgettable.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The game lacks a story, with no narrative or plot elements present.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight the atmosphere as a standout feature, expressing strong appreciation for its immersive and engaging qualities.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding in the game is notably time-consuming and requires significant effort, often feeling like it demands a "second life" to progress efficiently.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”