Duskers: The Intricate Web of Survival and Betrayal in a Sci-Fi Horror Game

The most recent video game I played is one that challenges conventional viewpoints. It lacks the typical 'antagonist' but instead places the player against the backdrop of a mysterious disappearance of human life from the universe. In Duskers, you play as a drone pilot who wakes up one day to find all human life gone except for yourself.

Exploring the Game's Universe

The game's setting is a sci-fi horror survival experience where you must navigate through abandoned spaceships, known as 'Derelicts', using drones equipped with various upgrades. This post delves into the mechanics of the game, the creatures you encounter, and the underlying plot that plunges you into a world of betrayal and survival.

Survival and Scavenging

As the pilot of a drone, your primary task is to scavenge from these derelicts. These ships are filled with resources that can be collected, but they are also home to various monsters, including Leapers, Drone Swarms, Hostile Drones, Giant Rats, and Green Slime. Each derelict can contain a variety of upgrades for your drones, enhancing their capabilities.

Exploring the Underlying Plot

The game introduces several theories about the sudden disappearance of humans. Some theories suggest an AI singularity, a cosmic viral plague, or nano-assembler machines gone rogue. You are introduced to a character known as Dr. John Halcome, who is believed to be involved in these events but is not the antagonist.

A Guilty Conscience and Torture

However, there is a twist – the protagonist works for the entity responsible for the extinction of humanity. This twist adds an element of moral confusion and fear. Your only saving grace is the possibility that you might be found and saved by other humans, but not if the game's other inhabitants find you and your drones.

Danger in the Derelicts

You have to explore derelicts, and your drones are equipped with weapons, which could be used against you by other players. This means that your drones could be armed with tools that could cause immense pain, such as:

Weapons for climbing and drilling through ship structures. Tow and gather mechanics which could be used to break your limbs and stretch you on a rack. Magnetic locks could be used to inflict repeated depressurization, causing extreme pain.

In Duskers, the protagonist faces not just external threats but also internal guilt over their role in the disappearance of humanity. The game's mechanics and story create a sense of unease and make every decision a weighted choice.

Conclusion

Finding out that you are partially responsible for the extinction of mankind and that you must now face the consequences of your actions adds a layer of psychological horror to the game. This post aims to delve into the gameplay mechanics, the terrifying creatures, and the complex plot of Duskers, showcasing why it is a game that keeps players on the edge of their seats.