DYSMANTLE: Doomsday Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-09-23
  • Best DLC of the series
  • Enjoyable new map and areas
  • Adds substantial new content
  • DLC is very short
  • Bridge key search frustrating
  • Map linearity and verticality boring
DYSMANTLE: Doomsday header

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Snapshot History

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Negative
40
70%
30%
44
61%
39%
Sample precision
Helpful reviews
81%
Unhelpful reviews
19%
Protest reviews
0%
Positive points
95
Negative points
74
Gameplay points
79
Perf. points
1
Rec. points
17
Misc points
46
Point
Best DLC of the series
Description
Many players consider this DLC superior to the previous ones, with several explicitly stating it's the best among the three. It is highly praised as really good and worth the purchase.
Importance
72%
Enjoyable new map and areas
Description
The DLC offers a large new map with multiple pieces, fresh locations, and a new area that is visually appealing. Exploring these areas is fun and engaging.
Importance
61%
Adds substantial new content
Description
The DLC introduces new enemies, tools, plants, quests, story bits, recipes, and resources. This expansion significantly enriches the game experience.
Importance
56%
Fun puzzle solving
Description
The DLC includes enjoyable light puzzle solving, environmental puzzles, and electric circuitry puzzles. These are streamlined into the game and provide satisfying challenges.
Importance
54%
Great new story and quests
Description
The expansion features a compelling new story and additional quests, including a main quest and side quests like treasure hunts. The narrative adds depth to the experience.
Importance
47%
Quality-of-life improvements
Description
The DLC adds convenient features like fast travel from anywhere, teleportation without campfire, and fast travel to link towers from map icons. These enhancements improve the overall experience.
Importance
47%
New mechanics and enemies
Description
The expansion introduces new mechanics and several new enemies, including ones that are okay. These additions bring fresh gameplay elements.
Importance
39%
Great new recipes and resources
Description
The DLC provides many new food recipes, crafting recipes, and resources. This adds depth to the crafting and survival aspects.
Importance
39%
Feels like the base game
Description
Players note that this DLC feels more like the main game, capturing the same enjoyable essence. This familiarity is seen as a positive aspect.
Importance
32%
More fun than Underworld DLC
Description
Several players express that this DLC is more enjoyable than the Underworld DLC. It is also considered more substantial and a better experience.
Importance
31%
Enjoyable new equipment
Description
New equipment, including sub-equipment that restores ammo, is well-received. Players find the new gear very useful and exciting.
Importance
31%
Worth the price
Description
Players feel the DLC offers good value for money, with enough playtime and content to justify the cost. It is considered ideal for the price.
Importance
30%
Addictive progression systems
Description
The game features well-timed dopamine hits and compulsive progression that keeps players engaged. Progress is doled out in morsels that encourage continued play.
Importance
24%
Fresh design and graphics
Description
The areas feature fresh design ideas, and new graphic assets fit the themes and improve the atmosphere. The visual updates are positively noted.
Importance
22%
Lots of destruction
Description
There is a lot to destroy in the DLC, which is enjoyable. The fun of destroying with a copter is highlighted as the best.
Importance
21%
New plant types integrated
Description
New plant types are integrated into the game's mechanics, which was a positive surprise for players. This adds variety to the environment.
Importance
13%
Zero bugs experienced
Description
One player reported zero bugs during their playthrough, indicating a polished experience. This is a positive technical aspect.
Importance
12%
Voice acting in cassette tapes
Description
Parts of the story told through cassette tapes had voice acting, which was incredible. This enhances the narrative immersion.
Importance
12%
Big miniboss fight at end
Description
A big miniboss fight at the end felt like a proper finish. It provides a satisfying conclusion to the DLC.
Importance
12%