How long to beat
from 4 players
5h
Rushed
main story only
5h
Normally
story and some extras
8h
Completionist
everything in it
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About
The Gunk stars Rani, part of our duo of gritty space haulers, struggling to make a buck as they chance upon an untouched planet brimming with life. They came in search of valuable resources, and it looks like they’ve hit the jackpot…
As they uncover the dormant secrets of a shattered civilization, they must battle the curse of a toxic gunk parasite, all while getting caught in a spiral of festering mistrust.
Use your trusty Power Glove to reverse the corruption, uncover secrets of old and heal the planet! Experience the evolving relationship of the crew, as you explore this unique planet.
Use your ingenuity as well as your quick reactions to overcome the challenges that await. What stories lay hidden in this mysterious abandoned world?
What does it all mean? What role can Rani play in the fate of this evocative, moody planet? Sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith.
Uncover the mystery. Cleanse the Gunk. Save the planet.
- Engaging Exploration: Discover a lush jungle planet with damp caves, venture into the unknown and explore a bygone society.
- Corruption & Regrowth: Eradicate the gunk, restore nature, and transform the world around you. Employ the revived plant life to delve deeper into this strange and wondrous ecosystem.
- Intimate Narrative: The narrative is intrinsically linked with the exploration, where our two main characters keep in tight radio contact throughout the game. Fiona Nova lends her voice in a stellar performance as main character Rani.
- Music & Atmosphere: The Gunk invites you to take the time and listen to its soothing tunes. An explorative atmosphere conveyed through an evocative art style. Kick your feet back and enjoy an adventure like no other!
Ways to play
Modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person
Languages (9)
| Language | audio | subtitles | interface |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | — | ||
| English | |||
| French | — | ||
| German | — | ||
| Italian | — | ||
| Japanese | — | ||
| Portuguese (Brazil) | — | ||
| Russian | — | ||
| Spanish (Spain) | — |
Also known as
Dust.exe — Windows Executable
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Facts
Developer
Image & Form Games
Publisher
Thunderful Publishing
Released
16 December 2021
Platforms
PCWindowsXboxXbox One
Age ratings
ESRBTACBMGRAC15+USK16PEGI12
Standing
Top 6% by 24hr peak players
Tags
Behind viewPuzzle elementsShooterDirect controlSci-fi / futuristic
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