Heaven Dust 2

Heaven Dust 2 is the second installment of an action adventure series with survival horror elements, the first installment of which came out in 2020. The sequel was developed by the same team as its predecessor, One Gruel Studio.

Plot

Heaven Dust 2 takes place in a research center. An insanely dangerous virus that breached containment after a press conference has led to an outbreak, turning infected people into zombies and other bloodthirsty monsters. The main protagonist, Steve, awakens from cryogenic sleep after the outbreak. His goal is to survive and find a way out of the facility; there are two escape paths he can take, each leading to a different conclusion.

Mechanics

The gameplay of Heaven Dust 2 is shown from an isometric perspective. The player traverses the research facility and solves puzzles, gradually approaching the exit. Solving puzzles requires finding specific items, combining them and using them in the correct way while avoiding traps (which are usually fatal).

During exploration we're often hindered by enemies. Combat is dynamic, zombies and other monsters can be eliminated with a dagger, a submachine gun, a shotgun or grenades. Ammunition is scarce, forcing us to manage our resources and use melee weapons or our own cunning to come out on top. We must also observe our targets carefully, discovering their weak spots and gaps in their defenses. In addition to regular foes we'll also face powerful bosses. Progressing through the game lets us upgrade our weaponry and face more powerful opponents.

Technical aspects

The visuals of Heaven Dust 2 are colorful and cartoonish. The game's soundtrack creates and maintains an atmosphere of dread.