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93%1k93% positive reviews, Very Positive across 1k reviews·Precision Platformer · Platformer
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Due to an experiment gone wrong, dust creatures from a parallel world have appeared in the laboratory. They pose a threat because of their bad temper and their habit of ignoring certain laws of physics
.You play as Aiko, a junior scientist who has just transferred to a new lab and is eager to prove herself. Due to a failed experiment, the lab has become infested with pollen, creatures from a parallel world that pose a threat because of their ability to defy the laws of physics. Your task is to catch all the dusters before they destroy the lab. To help Aiko comes her boss Mrs. Carpenter, who is not the first time she has faced an invasion of the dustmen, and the ingenious inventor Eugene, the creator of a trap for these creatures.
1. Collect the dusters: - In each level, you must catch all the dustmen before the timer runs out. If the timer runs out, the dusters will take over the lab..... 2. Explore large and varied locations: - Explore large and varied locations, discover new areas of the map, find secrets and solve puzzles. Each level has unique elements that require attention and strategy. 3. Progress through the storyline: - Complete missions and learn more about the adventures of Aiko and her friends. Dive into an exciting story with unexpected twists and turns and uncover the secrets of the lab.
- Enjoy beautiful, unique, retro-inspired graphics that capture the spirit of classic platformers. - Solve challenging puzzles that require out-of-the-box thinking. - Discover the secrets of the laboratory and learn more about the parallel world of the dustmen. Immerse yourself in an exciting story full of unexpected events. - Play through different levels with unique challenges and elements that provide variety and interest throughout the gameplay. - Enjoy familiar keyboard or gamepad controls that enhance your interaction with the game and allow you to fully immerse yourself in the gameplay.
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