Dust: An Elysian Tail takes the gamer to a fairy-tale space where it is necessary to take on the role of a warrior who can use otherworldly forces to his advantage. The main character has special weapons that allow him to use supernatural abilities. This will help defeat enemy creatures that have invaded the surface of the planet, destroying everything in their path. At the beginning you have to choose one of 4 difficulty levels: casual, normal, hard and hardcore. The protagonist will have a talking sword in his hands, which will help along the way. It is Arach's blade that will help you pass a large number of tests. While traveling in Dust: An Elysian Tail, you will enter into dialogues with unusual residents, choosing answer options.

The virtual protégé's inventory will contain all items, including equipment. The hero will have the following characteristics: health, attack, luck. The pet is a flying animal called Fidget. The animal will be able to suggest secret places and will also act as a game guide. There are experience points that help you move to the next level, increasing your capabilities. Using the Treasure Key you can open special chests. The protagonist will be able to run, jump and hit. You can make a series of combinations. On the way there will be various obstacles that prevent you from passing calmly. There will be various puzzles that have different solution mechanics. You will have to go through a huge and mysterious forest.