Why You Should/Should Not Play is a video series meant to inform players on how certain games are worth or not worth a buy/play. In this episode, the a game being looked at is called Dustforce which is a side-scrolling 2D platformer in which players compete for the highscore on an online leaderboard.
These aren’t nostalgia grabs or gimmick-laden throwbacks. They each bring something genuinely fresh to the table, mechanics that feel baked into the exploration and combat, not just tacked on.
Play as Dik, a nimble acrobat exploring the depths of Hell to rescue his brother from the Devil’s hands. With no weapons to rely on, success hinges on mastery of physics-driven movement, and quick adaptation to deadly obstacles.
GDC 2025 has revealed the finalists for the 27th annual Independent Games Festival (IGF).
