Deep inside a research base, waking up from a cryogenic pod, you find yourself trapped in a living hell, surrounded by zombies. Heaven Dust 2 is a love letter to classic survival horror games featuring exploration, action, puzzles, and resource management.
Players praised the interconnected map that gradually opens up as they find new items and solve puzzles. Reviewers noted that every area of the map serves a purpose, and backtracking often reveals new paths and secrets, providing a satisfying sense of unveiling and unraveling the game's environment.
Reviewers highlighted the depth and variety of the combat system, which features multiple upgradable weapon types, including handguns, submachine guns, shotguns, and grenades. The headshot mechanic, which allows players to target enemies' weak points for increased damage, adds an extra strategic layer to the combat. Reviewers described the gunplay as satisfying and praised the need to carefully manage ammunition and resources.
Players encountered a diverse array of enemy types, each with their own unique strengths and weaknesses, forcing them to adapt their strategies. The boss fights, in particular, stood out as challenging yet fair encounters that require planning and execution.
Reviewers appreciated the variety and cleverness of the game's puzzles, which range from straightforward item combinations to more complex environmental-based challenges. While some found certain puzzles to be overly obscure, the general consensus was that the puzzles struck a satisfying balance between being engaging and rewarding to solve.
The game's resource management system, which limits the availability of ammunition, healing items, and other consumables, was praised by reviewers. This system adds tension and a sense of risk-reward to the gameplay, as players must carefully plan their actions and prioritize their resources.