The gameplay is unique and addictive. It's sort of a god game sandbox with distinct puzzle solving levels. Every couple years I'll go back to play though this again and I'm always left wanting more. To get this running: 1) Click "Play" and accept all the admin prompts as Steam installs some out of date and broken Ubisoft crapware. It will eventually give a technical error trying to run the game since this version of Ubisoft Connect is broken. 2) Download the latest Ubisoft Connect installer and run it, then log into Ubisoft Connect. 3) I didn't have to do this step since the game was already in my Ubisoft Connect library, but you may need to activate the game in Ubisoft Connect using the key from Steam. You do NOT need to install the game again from the Ubisoft Connect interface, just make sure it shows up as owned in the Ubisoft crapware. 4) The game should now run from steam as normal. This worked for me on Windows 11 with an Intel 13900KS and an RTX 3080, so...
From Dust
- Release Date:
- Aug 17, 2011
- Metacritic:
- 76
- Developer:
- Ubisoft Montpellier
- Publisher:
- Ubisoft
- Platforms:
- Windows
Game Tags
About This Game
Immerse yourself in a world as exotically beautiful as it is dangerous! You control the destiny of a primitive tribe against the backdrop of a world in constant evolution—a universe where mighty Nature reclaims what is hers; and your mastery of the elements is your people’s only chance of survival...
Key Features:
- Ground-Breaking Technology
Play in the sandbox of one of the most advanced real-time nature simulations, where everything you see and interact with evolves dynamically, offering a constantly renewed experience.
- Unique Art Direction
Discover a large variety of environments: Tropical islands, volcanic landscapes, deserts and so much more…
- Rich Story Mode
Explore 13 breathtaking territories of emergent gameplay. Master the natural forces at play on a mysterious archipelago and help a primitive tribe to recover the lost powers of their ancestors.
- Confront Mighty Nature
Protect your tribe against Nature’s most devastating attacks. Face down tsunamis, wildfires, earthquakes, volcanoes, torrential rains…
- Master Godlike Powers
Control the forces of nature to sculpt the world in your image. Hold back lava, stop raging waters, empty lakes, grow forests and raise mountains!
- Live Up to the Challenge
Race against the clock on 30 additional maps in Challenge Mode. Each scenario is a puzzle-like challenge where time is of the essence...
- Online leaderboards
Compare your Challenge Mode scores with the community on worldwide leaderboards.
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User Reviews
God game like Populous. Game's not bad, jut the DRM and amount of work it take to get the game up and running. Better off playing something else, as this game is limited in content. Ubisoft connect required, 7-10 hours long.
I expected something like the classic Black & White. The game is nothing like that
Environment control "god game" where you master the elements to help your tribe survive. Has an authentic aboriginal feel.
I was able to skirt the abhorrent third-party client spyware garbage following a simple tutorial I found in the forums here on steam. For now. And I'm on linux, too. Its a good game so far. No controller support even though there was a 360 release, but that's how it is I guess.
Ubisoft, UBESOFT you lock all the games to your malware platform and scam billions of humans across existence and other realities even in death.
Forced to connect to ubisoft connect and then it says there is an error half the time. When it does launch the game is full screen but the menu is off screen on my ultrawide monitor. I had to lookup how to change the resolution with just the keyboard. Gameplay is just okay. The physics are a little wonky and the pace is slow.
FAQ
How much does From Dust cost?
From Dust costs $3.74. Currently 75% off!
What are the system requirements for From Dust?
System requirements are not available for From Dust.
What platforms is From Dust available on?
From Dust is available on Windows PC.
Is From Dust worth buying?
From Dust has 56% positive reviews from 9 players. Metacritic score: 76/100.
When was From Dust released?
From Dust was released on Aug 17, 2011.
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