Dust: An Elysian Tail is a beautifully animated action role-playing game developed by Humble Hearts. The story follows Dust, a mysterious warrior who awakens with no memory of his past and sets out on a journey to uncover his true identity. Accompanied by his talking sword Ahrah and the small guardian Fidget, Dust travels through a vibrant hand-painted world filled with danger and secrets. The gameplay blends fast-paced hack-and-slash combat with platforming and exploration elements inspired by Metroid-style progression.
Players unlock new abilities that allow access to previously unreachable areas. Combat features fluid combo systems, magic attacks, and special Dust Storm abilities that can defeat multiple enemies at once. The game also includes side quests, crafting, and character upgrades to deepen the RPG experience. Emotional storytelling and fully voiced characters enhance immersion. With its stunning visuals, smooth animation, and engaging soundtrack, the game delivers a memorable adventure. It stands out as one of the most polished indie action RPGs on Windows.
Features
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Hand-painted 2D environments
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Fast-paced combo-based combat
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Deep RPG progression system
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Fully voiced story and characters
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Emotional narrative experience
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Metroid-style exploration mechanics
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Crafting and side quest system
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Unique magical Dust Storm attacks
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Smooth platforming gameplay
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Memorable orchestral soundtrack
System Requirements
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OS: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8
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Processor: 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent
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RAM: 2 GB minimum
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Graphics: 512 MB video memory (Shader Model 2.0+)
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DirectX: Version 9.0c
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Storage: 1.5 GB available space
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Sound Card: DirectX compatible
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Keyboard or gamepad supported
