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Dust: An Elysian Tail: linking sword and magic in the air

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Reviews enjoy moving through the air and linking attacks. For players who want to keep moving and attacking with flair, that feel can be the reason to press onward.

What makes it fun

  1. Take on crowds with your sword and Fidget

    Combine sword attacks with Fidget's magic to catch groups of enemies together. Learning how the attacks work together turns a crowded fight into a screen-filling combo.

  2. Keep the combo airborne

    Launch an enemy and follow them into the air. You can keep striking while they are airborne and extend the combo.

Game details

As of Oct 29, 2026
Playtime at review
17.9 hoursMedian at the time of review (based on 100 helpful reviews)
Languages
Japanese, English (Full audio) / 6 languages total

A typical run

Seek your lost identity while fighting and finding secrets and upgrades.

The hero beside stone walls and flames in a forest (Dust: An Elysian Tail, via Steam)
The hero beside stone walls and flames in a forest (Dust: An Elysian Tail, via Steam)
Lightning between glowing orbs in a cave (Dust: An Elysian Tail, via Steam)
Lightning between glowing orbs in a cave (Dust: An Elysian Tail, via Steam)

What sets it apart

One player describes greater satisfaction in clearing groups after learning to combine the sword spin with Fidget’s attacks. Their experience highlights learning the interplay, not just watching a spectacle.

Builds and playstyles

A damage-focused example

One player prioritized attack and Fidget, accepting fragility to kill enemies quickly. They also struggled late on when neglecting healing.

Lightning arcing through enemies on a snowy field (Dust: An Elysian Tail, via Steam)
Lightning arcing through enemies on a snowy field (Dust: An Elysian Tail, via Steam)

What longtime players say

A player returned as an adult after playing at school age. They describe losing track of time chasing longer combos and new movement techniques, while the story resonated again.

What players like

Reviews enjoy combat built around chaining attacks.

Common complaints

Reviewers were bothered by monotonous combat or repetitive gameplay.

The hero fighting enemies outside a ruined stone building (Dust: An Elysian Tail, via Steam)
The hero fighting enemies outside a ruined stone building (Dust: An Elysian Tail, via Steam)

Who it’s for

Players who enjoy the feel of chaining attacks.

Who might not enjoy it

Players who prioritize combat that keeps changing.

A fight above lava (Dust: An Elysian Tail, via Steam)
A fight above lava (Dust: An Elysian Tail, via Steam)
Dust: An Elysian Tail
Dust: An Elysian Tail

95% Overwhelmingly Positive ・ US$14.99

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