
With near-perfect execution, DUSK is a must-play for any action fan.
94
Verdict
97%
Steam
90
IGDB
Verdict score based on confidence-adjusted Steam reviews?
Overwhelmingly Positive on Steam (97% positive from 25K reviews)
Critically acclaimed (90/100 critic average)
Standout indie gem
No significant drawbacks reported
Dusk is a 2018 first-person shooter game created by American developer David Szymanski and published by New Blood Interactive for Windows, Linux, macOS, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S. The game is produced by Dave Oshry, who previously co-directed the 2013 remake of Rise of the Triad.

Runs well on modern hardware.
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damn, Twilight Princess sure looks very different from the last time i played it many years ago, but hey, glad Nintendo ported it over to PC!
all ♥♥♥♥♥ and giggles until you hear whispers of "heretic" or "sacrifice", This game is a perfect example of a boomer shooter, David cooked
DUSK is a masterclass in how to bring old-school shooters into the modern era without sanding off what made them special in the first place. From the moment it drops you into its grimy, backwoods nightmare, it’s clear this game knows exactly what it wants to be and executes on that vision with total confidence. Drawing clear inspiration from classics like Quake and Doom, DUSK captures that raw, fast-paced intensity while sharpening every edge. Movement is lightning-quick, combat is brutal and precise, and the weapons all feel fantastic from the satisfying crack of the hunting rifle to the sheer destructive joy of the super shotgun. It’s the kind of game where skill and aggression are constantly rewarded. What really sets DUSK apart is its atmosphere. The rural horror setting is oppressive and unpredictable, shifting from eerie quiet to full-blown chaos in seconds. It’s unsettling without trying too hard, and that tension keeps you locked in from start to finish. The level design is equally strong. tight, purposeful, and full of surprises that keep each encounter feeling fresh. In a time when many games play it safe, DUSK feels bold, focused, and unapologetically fun. It’s a standout not just among retro-inspired shooters, but among FPS games as a whole and a perfect example of why New Blood has earned such a strong reputation.
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