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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11 Processeur : Core i3 or better Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Integrated Graphics Chip DirectX : Version 9.0 Espace disque : 500 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Integrated Sound Chip

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Angel at Dusk

Niche cult favorite
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Released January 12, 2024
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (73 AI-classified)
96/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 98 % · 1,715 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
14,79€ 8,87€ -40%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Nearly three-quarters of its audience has poured over 25 hours into Angel at Dusk, where the controls feel locked like a precision instrument. Yet even those who only dipped their toes found the shmup’s brutal synergy intoxicating, leaving just a sliver of room for frustration.

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« please let me buy a art book for this game, and let me get a enemy gallery and some where to re-read the lore. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Otherworldly craft from AKIRAGOYA. Insane aesthetics and audio deliver a wicked take on the genre while also providing the player with many game modes that make it a blasting and a super japanized roguelike experience. Must-play. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Game is fun to play. Music is nice to listen. Visuals are very interesting. Definitely an overwhelmingly bizarre beauty. »
👍 anonymous review · 24 h played
« This game made me feel scared, happy, confused, and nauseous all together. This game wasn't made by humans, but a god that was bored with his free time/ »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Fun game, the starter difficulty is a bit easy but extinction more than makes up for that. Very good tutorial as well, good for other shmups too »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« want to love this game, its really fun when i can play it. but theres constant crashes. sometimes it seems like doing some things in the menu will just crash the game, other times the game will crash randomly mid run »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Job requirement: Use Angel At Dusk for daily entertainment Job title: World-class s-h-i-t-h-o-l-e plumber »
👎 anonymous review · 18 h played
« i suppose the name "Logic of Shmups" wasn't a horrifying enough title. Forreal, the tutorial is a true masterpiece. The game itself is just a giant cherry on top. i am a warrior in the coming war of shmups! »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« overstimulating as all hell, disgustingly fetishistic with its violence, unique systems that encourage aggression more than any other shmup ive ever played, left my eyes bloodshot and my ears ringing. this game is awesome lol »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played

In players' words

« please let me buy a art book for this game, and let me get a enemy gallery and some where to re-read the lore. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« want to love this game, its really fun when i can play it. but theres constant crashes. sometimes it seems like doing some things in the menu will just crash the game, other times the game will crash randomly mid run »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Otherworldly craft from AKIRAGOYA. Insane aesthetics and audio deliver a wicked take on the genre while also providing the player with many game modes that make it a blasting and a super japanized roguelike experience. Must-play. »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Job requirement: Use Angel At Dusk for daily entertainment Job title: World-class s-h-i-t-h-o-l-e plumber »
👎 anonymous review · 18 h played
« Game is fun to play. Music is nice to listen. Visuals are very interesting. Definitely an overwhelmingly bizarre beauty. »
👍 anonymous review · 24 h played
« i suppose the name "Logic of Shmups" wasn't a horrifying enough title. Forreal, the tutorial is a true masterpiece. The game itself is just a giant cherry on top. i am a warrior in the coming war of shmups! »
👍 anonymous review · 15 h played
« This game made me feel scared, happy, confused, and nauseous all together. This game wasn't made by humans, but a god that was bored with his free time/ »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« overstimulating as all hell, disgustingly fetishistic with its violence, unique systems that encourage aggression more than any other shmup ive ever played, left my eyes bloodshot and my ears ringing. this game is awesome lol »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Fun game, the starter difficulty is a bit easy but extinction more than makes up for that. Very good tutorial as well, good for other shmups too »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
93 % pos · n=67
Graphics / art
95 % pos · n=42
Audio / music
86 % pos · n=22
Story / writing
94 % pos · n=17
Content / longevity
82 % pos · n=17
Interface / UX
57 % pos · n=7
Performance
50 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay676232
Graphics / art424011
Audio / music221921
Story / writing171601
Content / longevity171430
Interface / UX7403
Performance2101
Stability / bugs2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 13 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.9 h.

<2h
91 % (n=55)
2-10h
96 % (n=121)
10-25h
96 % (n=96)
>25h
98 % (n=128)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Apr 2025 : 100% positive100AprMay 2025 : 100% positive100MayJun 2025 : 100% positive100JunJul 2025 : 90% positive90JulAug 2025 : 97% positive97AugSep 2025 : 100% positive100SepOct 2025 : 88% positive88OctNov 2025 : 100% positive100NovDec 2025 : 96% positive96DecJan 2026 : 91% positive91JanFeb 2026 : 94% positive94FebMar 2026 : 93% positive93MarMay 2026 : 95% positive95MayJun 2026 : 94% positive94JunJul 2026 : 94% positive94Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

3,8 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 19 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 10,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The controls and fluid gameplay are nearly flawless in players’ eyes: 62 positive mentions out of 67, with barely any negatives.
  • Stunning visuals and art style are celebrated in 40 positive mentions out of 42, overshadowing the single critique.
  • Storytelling defies genre conventions, with 16 out of 17 players highlighting its depth and emotional pull.

Weaknesses

  • A handful of players report crashes or performance hiccups, though only 2 negative mentions exist in a sample of 400.
  • The tutorial frustrates some beginners, tagged in 13 mentions—yet most still call it accessible with effort.

Who is it for?

Fans of precision shoot-'em-ups craving a narrative twist will find their match here. Its polished combat and visual flair also appeal to players who prioritize style without sacrificing substance.

Is Angel at Dusk worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 98% of 1,715 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: The controls and fluid gameplay are nearly flawless in players’ eyes. Current price: 8,87€ (40% off).

Verdict

Angel at Dusk isn’t just another arcade throwback; it’s a refined hybrid where gameplay and artistry collide. The rare critiques—crashes, a clunky UI—hardly dim its overwhelming shine, making it a must-play for action enthusiasts.

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