Eldrum: Black Dust - Text RPG

Name: Eldrum: Black Dust - Text RPG
Price: 8.99 USD
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)
Author: Act None

Dungeons and Decisions

$8.99 · Designed for iPad

125 Ratings
Ages

13+
Years
Category

Roleplaying
Developer

Act None
Language

EN
English
Size

117.5
MB

Dive into a dark, immersive world where your choices shape your destiny. Eldrum: Black Dust is a gripping text-based RPG that combines the depth of D&D, the strategic gameplay of CRPGs, and the narrative freedom of CYOA gamebooks. Key Features: - Branching Storylines: Every decision matters in this grimdark adventure, leading to multiple endings. - D&D-Inspired Gameplay: Experience the depth of tabletop RPGs in a mobile format. - Turn-Based Combat: Engage in strategic 2D battles reminiscent of classic CRPGs. - Rich, Dark World: Explore a meticulously crafted universe filled with moral ambiguity and tough choices. - Immersive Experience: Vivid text descriptions enhanced by evocative imagery and atmospheric audio. - Exploration: Roam the desert city and its surroundings, uncovering secrets and side quests. Eldrum: Black Dust brings the essence of traditional gamebooks and CRPGs to your fingertips, with a modern twist. Whether you're a fan of Choose Your Own Adventure stories, D&D campaigns, or simply looking for a deep, narrative-driven experience, this game offers hours of captivating gameplay. Our commitment to accessibility shines through - Eldrum: Black Dust is proudly created by a studio recognized for developing the Best Mobile Game for Blind Users (AppleVis Game of the Year 2020). Embark on your journey through the dark and unforgiving world of Eldrum today. Every choice you make, every path you take, will leave its mark on the Black Dust. What tale will you weave, and which of the multiple endings will you unlock? Eldrum: Black Dust is the third game in the Eldrum series. The games' stories are linked and there are references between the games, but they can be played in any order. Download now and start your grimdark adventure!

Ratings & Reviews

4.8

out of 5

125 Ratings

Deep, Rich Text RPG
12/09/2024

SMK in MD
Black Dust delivered for me—someone unfamiliar with the previous games in the series and someone pretty demanding of storytelling in games. Story choices are immediately and consistently stat-and-build based. NPC interactions evolve based on choices and actions. And even seeming minor tweaks can and do result in major changes in outcomes. I strongly recommend. Like any game in this format, Black Dust also has limitations. Not every conceivable choice is available, and the third act feels a bit sudden and forced. In that third act, some big climactic fights become plodding and repetitive. On play through 1 1/2, I found myself wondering why I was wandering about with a stockpile of weapons and gems but nowhere to find meaningful upgrades (made it to Act Three on the first play through still wielding a 1 gold weapon from the second Pit fight, only to be presented with a full set of major weapon and armor upgrades!). But those are minor quibbles and I’m excited for further playthroughs to explore different builds and factions. Well done!
Deep, Rich Text RPG
12/09/2024

SMK in MD

Black Dust delivered for me—someone unfamiliar with the previous games in the series and someone pretty demanding of storytelling in games. Story choices are immediately and consistently stat-and-build based. NPC interactions evolve based on choices and actions. And even seeming minor tweaks can and do result in major changes in outcomes. I strongly recommend. Like any game in this format, Black Dust also has limitations. Not every conceivable choice is available, and the third act feels a bit sudden and forced. In that third act, some big climactic fights become plodding and repetitive. On play through 1 1/2, I found myself wondering why I was wandering about with a stockpile of weapons and gems but nowhere to find meaningful upgrades (made it to Act Three on the first play through still wielding a 1 gold weapon from the second Pit fight, only to be presented with a full set of major weapon and armor upgrades!). But those are minor quibbles and I’m excited for further playthroughs to explore different builds and factions. Well done!
I love this game.
Jan 1

Theblindygirlio
There are many reasons for my love of this game including how accessible for the blind it is. The rpg works beautifully with voice over, and the music make it just that much better. I wish that there were more cities, and things to do in those cities. It would be greate to see school to improve your fighting abilities, or a doctor. The over all storyline is amazing though, keep up the greate work. And one quick question before I go, what determines your saves for when you die and need to go back?
I love this game.
Jan 1

Theblindygirlio

There are many reasons for my love of this game including how accessible for the blind it is. The rpg works beautifully with voice over, and the music make it just that much better. I wish that there were more cities, and things to do in those cities. It would be greate to see school to improve your fighting abilities, or a doctor. The over all storyline is amazing though, keep up the greate work. And one quick question before I go, what determines your saves for when you die and need to go back?
Amazing!
Mar 2

Andre Watson
This game is brilliant, well designed, and completely accessible for the blind. This gave me hours and hours of entertainment to go through the game once. I can’t wait to play it again and again to experiment with all of the different weapons and Storey options. This is my first of the Eldrum games. I was a little shocked that it required a purchase to play, but it’s worth every cent. Now I have to go backwards and play the other two games. I hope they are half of black dust.
Amazing!
Mar 2

Andre Watson

This game is brilliant, well designed, and completely accessible for the blind. This gave me hours and hours of entertainment to go through the game once. I can’t wait to play it again and again to experiment with all of the different weapons and Storey options. This is my first of the Eldrum games. I was a little shocked that it required a purchase to play, but it’s worth every cent. Now I have to go backwards and play the other two games. I hope they are half of black dust.
A superb combat and reading experience
12/06/2024

man with no faces
Black dust is the third in the series of Eldrum games and you can tell they did not sit on their laurels from the previous two. Black dust has only grown from its predecessors with more of Eldrum’s amazing story telling and the introduction of classes. It has only further enhanced its combat and secrets for players to find. Definitely one of the best text based games I’ve played on any medium.
A superb combat and reading experience
12/06/2024

man with no faces

Black dust is the third in the series of Eldrum games and you can tell they did not sit on their laurels from the previous two. Black dust has only grown from its predecessors with more of Eldrum’s amazing story telling and the introduction of classes. It has only further enhanced its combat and secrets for players to find. Definitely one of the best text based games I’ve played on any medium.