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Chasm vs Dust: An Elysian Tail

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Chasm
ChasmA retro pixel‑art RPG platformer with procedurally generated worlds
Dust: An Elysian Tail
Dust: An Elysian TailExplore a hand‑painted world as Dust, wielding the Blade of Ahrah in fast‑paced action.
Overview
Description

Chasm drops you into a procedurally‑generated fantasy realm where you explore six massive, hand‑crafted areas as Daltyn, a soldier investigating a silent mining town. The game blends hack‑and‑slash dungeon crawling with Metroidvania‑style platforming, offering deep exploration, loot, and secret hunting in a vibrant pixel‑art style. With new abilities and equipment to discover, you’ll navigate treacherous traps, battle hordes of enemies, and uncover the paranormal force sealing the town of Karthas. Available on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, Chasm delivers a single‑player adventure for fans of indie action‑RPGs.

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand‑painted world as the mysterious warrior Dust, searching for his true identity. The game blends platforming, RPG elements, and hack‑and‑slash combat across peaceful glades, snowy mountaintops, and ancient ruins. Take on quests from villagers, uncover hidden upgrades, and battle dozens of enemies with the mythical Blade of Ahrah and its tiny guardian Fidget. The open‑world adventure offers a deep combat system that’s easy to learn but hard to master, revealing the secrets of a dying civilization as you fight to discover your past.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Hack & Slash
Hack & Slash
Best for
Retro action‑RPG fans
Indie action‑adventure fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
$14.99−25%
release date
2018-07-30
2012-08-15
Specifications
developer
Bit Kid, Inc.
Humble Hearts
publisher
Bit Kid, Inc., Leadman Games
Microsoft Studios, Humble Hearts
age rating
ESRB T, PEGI 7
PEGI 7, ESRB E10+
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
70/100
82/100+17%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Procedurally generated levels keep gameplay fresh.
  • Rich pixel‑art aesthetic appeals to retro lovers.
  • Deep ability and equipment system adds RPG depth.
  • Single‑player focus provides an immersive solo experience.
  • Stunning hand‑painted visuals
  • Responsive and deep combat system
  • Rich world with many secrets
  • Engaging story and character development
Cons
  • Limited to single‑player, no co‑op options.
  • Difficulty spikes can be steep for newcomers.
  • Replay value hinges on procedural variation rather than story breadth.
  • Limited replayability after main story
  • Occasional performance dips on older hardware
  • Linear progression in some areas
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The Verdict

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Chasm offers retro pixel‑art with procedurally generated levels and deeper RPG customization at $19.99, while Dust: An Elysian Tail provides hand‑painted visuals, smoother combat and a higher critic score at $14.99, but both are single‑player only.

Key differences

  • •Art style: Chasm uses 16‑bit pixel art; Dust uses fully hand‑painted graphics.
  • •World design: Chasm’s levels are procedurally generated each run; Dust features a fixed open world with diverse biomes.
  • •Critic reception: Chasm scored 70/100; Dust scored 82/100.
  • •Price: Chasm $19.99 vs Dust $14.99.
  • •Release date: Chasm (2018) is newer than Dust (2012).
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Gameplay & fun factor

Chasm combines platforming with RPG skill trees and procedural variety, offering more replay hooks than Dust’s linear story.

Chasm

Platform availability

Platform support not specified for either title.

Tie

Price & value

Dust costs $14.99 versus Chasm’s $19.99, giving better price per hour based on critic scores.

Dust: An Elysian Tail

Multiplayer / co‑op

Both are single‑player only.

Tie

Content & replayability

Chasm’s procedural levels and multiple endings boost replay value; Dust’s replayability is limited after the main story.

Chasm

Difficulty & accessibility

Dust has fewer reported difficulty spikes; Chasm can be steep for newcomers.

Dust: An Elysian Tail

Graphics & performance

Dust’s hand‑painted visuals are praised, while Chasm’s retro pixel art may appeal less to those seeking modern graphics.

Dust: An Elysian Tail

Choose Chasm if…

Players who love retro pixel art, procedural runs, and deeper RPG customization.

Choose Dust: An Elysian Tail if…

Players who prefer hand‑painted visuals, smoother combat, and a higher‑rated, cheaper experience.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Dust: An Elysian Tail costs $14.99; Chasm costs $19.99.

Do either of these support co‑op or multiplayer?

Both are single‑player only.

Which offers more replay value?

Chasm, because its six areas are procedurally regenerated each playthrough and it tracks multiple endings.