Game: Dino-Ducks Dash
Genre: Platformer
System: Steam (Windows)
Developer|Publisher: Duckosaurus Games
Controller Support: Yes
Steam Deck: Playable
Price: US $2.39 | UK £1.99 | EU € 2,39
Release Date: December 16th, 2024
A review code was provided, and many thanks to Press Engine.
Dino-Ducks Dash: A Quirky Run for Survival
Dino-Ducks Dash is a fast-paced, chaotic, endless runner that’s as silly as its name suggests. Whether you’re diving in solo or with up to four players locally or online, this prehistoric poultry escapade offers a frantic, fun-filled experience. With simple controls and an absurd premise, it’s a great game for family nights, parties, or just some good old competitive chaos.
Survive or Get Scrambled
The gameplay is straightforward: keep your adorable, dino-costumed duck alive as long as possible while the level scrolls endlessly. Jump, dash, and collect items like chainsaws, hammers, and knives (because, of course, that’s what ducks in dinosaur outfits need to survive). Use these tools to fend off enemies and boost your score.
Each level is randomly generated, keeping the experience fresh. But don’t get too comfortable; the game loves to throw curveballs. One moment, you’re hopping over pits, and the next, a volcano erupts, raining molten chaos. Oh, and don’t forget the random visits from enormous trees and angry dragons.
Failing in single-player ends the run immediately, but in co-op, it’s a different story. As long as one player survives, defeated ducks can respawn in eggs, giving everyone a fighting chance. Just don’t take it personally if someone bumps you into the abyss; consider it a test of friendship.
Co-op: Quack-tastic Mayhem
While Dino-Ducks Dash is ok solo, it shines brightest in co-op mode. The chaotic, unpredictable platforming becomes laugh-out-loud hilarious when you’re all jostling for survival. Will you work together to score big, or will you “accidentally” knock a friend into a pit? (Pro tip: don’t play this if you’re feeling competitive; it might get personal.)
Multiplayer also introduces a last-man-standing and deathmatch mode, where civility goes out the window as you try to outlive your friends. Whatever mode you pick, the fun lies in the chaos you create.
Dino Ducks in Cosplay? Sure, Why Not?
This game oozes charm with its quirky art style. You play as ducks rocking dinosaur costumes, navigating colourful, cartoonish 2D environments filled with hazards like falling lava, pterodactyls, and exploding volcanos. It’s absurd, vibrant, and wonderfully ridiculous.
The soundtrack is serviceable and pleasant but not groundbreaking. Not that you’ll notice; chances are you’ll be too busy laughing at your friends’ spectacular failures or your own inevitable demise.
A Few Feathers Out of Place
As fun as Dino-Ducks Dash is, it does feel a little light on content. At launch, there are only three levels, with a “coming soon” section teasing future additions. The dash mechanic is also oddly restricted to ground use, which can make precise platforming tricky. Co-op feels essential since some parts of the level design, like higher routes, are practically inaccessible in solo play.
Conclusion: Prehistoric Party Game
Dino-Ducks Dash is a goofy, accessible multiplayer game perfect for a night of casual fun. While it may lack the polish or depth of other platformers, it more than makes up for it with charm and chaotic hilarity. With the festive season approaching, it’s an ideal pick for some family or party shenanigans. Just don’t blame me if it starts a feud.
Final Verdict: I Like It 
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