Why “From Dust” Deserves your Attention

Haven’t heard of From Dust? You’re not alone. Many gamers have managed to pass up this extraordinary Xbox Live Arcade title. Here’s why this is a game worth trying out.

Before I begin, I’d like to get something out of the way. From Dust isn’t entirely the first of its kind. Being put into the shoes of a deity has been done many times, and it’s unlikely that this game will be the last, either.

[JoePrime]

I recently finished From Dust 100% and it was one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had. I highly recommend this game to anyone looking for a challenging alternative to shooters & RPGs. :)

[Jpinter]

The game reminds me a lot of Populus. The engine and dynamics of weather and earth shifting effects is amazing.

[Godmars290]

It just doesn't interest me. Sorry if this offends you.

[The Board]

Doesn't offend me, it's just not your type of game, that's fair enough

[Nitrowolf2]

I'm split with this game. It doesn't really interest me but at the same time i still want to try it just see what it's about. Might rent it

[JoePrime]

It's an Arcade game... you can download the demo, which I highly recommend. But I doubt you'll be able to rent it anywhere. ;)

[Nitrowolf2]

@Joe

I did not know that thanks and i just realized it's a 360 title. LOL now i kind of want to play it some more. Guess i'll try it on my brother console

[Jpinter]

Great Feature. From Dust definitely deserves attention as a downloadable title.

[Silly gameAr]

It feels like people are trying to push games on you and force you to get interested in them lately.

[TruthbeTold]

While that may be, and it's not exactly cool, A LOT of gamers need to expand their gaming horizons and try some different things.

[ThanatosDMC]

Bought it on steam and then steam gave me my money back. Weird, but i still have the game. Anyway, the game isnt that good. The trailers look great but the controls on the PC feels weird. Oh well, i bought it for "free".

[Godmars290]

Probably has to do with the DRM issue. Ubisoft apparently promised that there wasn't going to be any, but there was.

Can you play it offline?

[pody]

Yes the controls on pc are pretty horrible. It seems like a bad console port. The concept is is really cool, but too bad it's really boring in the beginning. I tried it last night.

I'll probably try it again. It can't be that boring all the way.

[ThanatosDMC]

Nope, cant play without signing on to Ubisoft.

[Kee]

I got as far as "xbox live arcade game" then stopped reading. Even if it is good, I can't play it.

[The Board]

PC version should already be out and a PS3 version is scheduled for a Q3 2011 release.

[Kee]

Ahh, well, I'm not off the hook, yet. :)

Actually, just looked at some gameplay and I'm really considering this game, now. It looks great

[pody]

Wrong comment placement.

[Brownghost]

curse you ubisoft and your DRM

[qwertyz]

curse ubisoft and their undying love for MS

@below

no I own all platforms including a high end pc, just don't like their love affair with MS thats all aside from that there's no reason why the ghost recon: future soldier beta can't be on all platforms rather than xbox 360 exclusive.

[Brownghost]

i guess your angry at conviction and from dust being only pc and xbox

[Jpinter]

Yeah, the DRM has put some limitations on PC gaming.

[MRHARDON]

Oh, I can tell you, From Dust definitely got my attention, but not in a good way though.

[hazelamy]

if you're a pc player, avoid it like the plague.

but the console version doesn't seem to have that idiotic always on drm.
and it seems like a pretty bloody good game from the demo.