Dex

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  • Summary: Discover the truth behind an enigmatic AI striving to reach the Singularity, a theoretical “event horizon” in which artificial intelligence will surpass human intelligence and all bets about the future will be off. How will you play your part in the story? Explore the futuristic city ofDiscover the truth behind an enigmatic AI striving to reach the Singularity, a theoretical “event horizon” in which artificial intelligence will surpass human intelligence and all bets about the future will be off. How will you play your part in the story? Explore the futuristic city of Harbor Prime and meet its many inhabitants, answer the challenges the city has to offer, roam the neon-lit streets, and augment your character with skills and implants.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
  1. CGMagazine
    Jul 20, 2016
    85
    Even without the IP, Dex manages to be the absolute best Ghost in the Shell game we’ve ever gotten.
  2. PlayStation Universe
    Jul 15, 2016
    80
    There really is a lot to like about Dex. A deft marriage of platforming, action and RPG elements, it struggles a little under the weight of its ambition but overall Dex proves itself as a formidably enticing effort that holds substantial charm for fans of all things cyberpunk.
  3. Wccftech
    Aug 10, 2016
    74
    Although a lot could be improved in Dex, nearly everything is good and solid. With the exception of the hacking, you'll have a lot of fun running and fighting your way across the map, even if you don't always know where you are and where you should be.
  4. Areajugones
    Jul 11, 2016
    70
    Dex is a 2D RPG with a Cyberpunk style that will entertain the players that enjoy the futurist settings. Its open world and its charisma make a quite enjoyable game.
  5. COGconnected
    Jul 24, 2016
    68
    Dex: Enhanced Edition isn’t perfect. It’s a love letter to not only classic sci-fi but also classic 90’s RPG/adventure games. Where Dex falls short is the sum of its parts; so many gameplay elements have been incorporated in, but not one of them stand out as excellent.
  6. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 14, 2016
    60
    Retro cyberpunk RPG platformer. Interesting idea and style, decent dubbing and music… but with gameplay it's been weaker. The technical issues also don’t help with playability. [Issue#266]
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  7. Push Square
    Jul 21, 2016
    40
    There is an awesome world that has been built here, with so many interesting characters and areas to explore, but poorly thought out gameplay makes Dex a dull affair. Melee combat has no nuance to it, weapons control too poorly to be of any use most of the time, and hacking is repetitive and bland. There is real promise here in the world building and character development, but the terrible gameplay is too much to make up for.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. KlapauciusK
    Oct 1, 2016
    10
    Slide-scrolling- check, Cyberpunk RPG/fighting/ - check, deep interaction and immersive story - check, and a new fledging game company firstSlide-scrolling- check, Cyberpunk RPG/fighting/ - check, deep interaction and immersive story - check, and a new fledging game company first major release - priceless. Dreadlock ran their Kickstarter campaign quite well and right from the start they built a very different kind of game. The 2D scrolling is smooth and yet you can almost 'see' the 3D interaction with the things , in the places you visit and in the characters you meet or fight or "stealth" your way through the world of Dex. Check it out and become one with a quite interesting and a rewarding gaming experience.… Expand
  2. Ikenda
    Aug 3, 2017
    10
    This game is good but has some bugs and long loading times. Despite those problems it makes me wanna be patient and keep playing. AndThis game is good but has some bugs and long loading times. Despite those problems it makes me wanna be patient and keep playing. And suprisingly it rewards me with a nice RPG experience, great characters and methodical gameplay. So as long as it does that, the bugs doesn't bother me more then they are is triple A games like Ubisoft's games. I give it a 10 because I bought it for 5 bucks and man for that price is awesome! For 20 though that is it's main price is more like a 7.… Expand
  4. elitegeek79
    Dec 8, 2018
    9
    Excellent cyber punk RPG. Some of the best elements of games like Scanner, Rise of the Dragon and Shadowrun, yet unlike anything else.Excellent cyber punk RPG. Some of the best elements of games like Scanner, Rise of the Dragon and Shadowrun, yet unlike anything else. Perfect music, mood and atmosphere. It may take awhile to get used to, but well worth it.… Expand
  5. zencube
    Jun 20, 2021
    9
    As a person from the 80s and having played allot of games, starting with C64 and Amiga, I certainly enjoyed this journey back in time. ItAs a person from the 80s and having played allot of games, starting with C64 and Amiga, I certainly enjoyed this journey back in time. It reminded me allot of those pixel side-scroller kinda bulky games, not perfect but very charming. Development is not a couple of 100 people but a handful of talented geeks ... perfect!

    So, Dex is VERY charming, has a good story, customization of character and playstyle and a wonderful atmosphere while playing. Of course it's an Indi-Game and the size ain't big with tons of explosions, but who cares. I'm sure not everybody likes it, but this happens with all things that have a special personal touch to it and the game itself runs flawless, without any crashes...!

    So, go and watch some Videos about Dex and decide by yourself - what you see is what you get, with all the retro-magic in modern times. I hope I will see Dex again in a second journey. ;)    … Expand
  6. surfacepatterns
    Aug 21, 2016
    3
    Dex is a 2-D side-scrolling sci-fi RPG.

    Pros: * I was able to determine quite quickly that I didn't like Dex. * The beginning of the    Dex is a 2-D side-scrolling sci-fi RPG.

    Pros:
    * I was able to determine quite quickly that I didn't like Dex.
    * The beginning of the story seems intriguing. I wasn't motivated to play too far into the game, so I can't comment on how it evolves.
    * The skills seem interesting, I suppose.

    Cons:
    * The voice acting is awful.
    * The dialogue is awful.
    * The controls are unintuitive, and can't be re-mapped.
    * Sometimes, it looks like there's a floor to walk on when there really isn't, resulting in rather frustrating deaths.

    I'm tired of the game after just a few hours. I wouldn't recommend this game to anyone.    … Expand

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