DLC Quest

DLC Quest

Going Loud Studios · March 18, 2013 · Platformer, Indie, Satire, Comedy, Short

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lowest tracked $0.59
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DLC Quest price by region

DLC Quest costs €1.56 in Europe (EUR), £1.61 in the United Kingdom, $1.75 in the United States, $1.75 in Georgia (USD), CA$3.29 in Canada, NZ$3.59 in New Zealand, A$4.50 in Australia, zł8.54 in Poland and R$10.49 in Brazil right now.

Cheapest DLC Quest offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
Europe (EUR) €1.56 −48% €2.99 €1.56 5
United Kingdom £1.61 −19% £1.99 £1.61 4
United Statesyour region $1.75 −41% $2.99 $1.75 5
Georgia (USD) $1.75 −20% $2.19 $1.75 5
Canada CA$3.29 CA$3.29 — 2
New Zealand NZ$3.59 NZ$3.59 — 2
Australia A$4.50 A$4.50 — 2
Poland zł8.54 −35% zł13.18 zł8.54 4
Brazil R$10.49 R$10.49 R$12.09 3

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About DLC Quest

✦ AI summary

Experience a hilarious platformer that satirizes gaming's obsession with DLC and microtransactions by literally locking core features like animation, sound, and pausing behind purchasable packs. Battle through two full campaigns packed with coins to collect, villains to defeat, and a princess to rescue while unlocking witty commentary on industry excess through 30+ mockery DLC options.

DLC Quest

DLC Quest — game info

Platforms
Windows, macOS
Steam Deck
Playable
Player modes
Single-player
PC Game Pass
Not included
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What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

✦ AI summary

DLC Quest is a short, pixel-art platformer that cleverly satirizes the gaming industry's obsession with monetization and microtransactions, earning praise from players who appreciate its sharp wit and intentional design. While most players find the humor charming and the premise engaging for a brief playthrough, some feel the joke grows repetitive and the gameplay becomes tedious before the experience ends. Players generally recommend it as a worthwhile casual diversion, particularly for those who enjoy industry satire and don't mind the deliberately simple mechanics.

Recommended Aug 11, 2026
[h2]A bit of a Meme idea but short and sweet[/h2] DLC Quest is a charming indie game and satirical platformer that will have you smile again and again. Its silly premise is basically one joke, that DLC is literally required for everything and to complete the game. It's a joke of course with quests masked as DLC. It's a very short game but if you like retro styled platformers with a bit of humor then you may enjoy the quest for DLC! The gameplay is pretty simple but that's not really the point. You're constantly unlocking ridiculous "DLC" that adds abilities like running and jumping, things you'd normally expect to already be unlocked in the game, which is where most of the humor comes from. The game knows exactly what it's making fun of and doesn't take itself seriously. It's more of a short comedic experience than a deep platformer, but it does what it sets out to do and doesn't overstay its welcome. I recommend giving it a play if you want something short, silly, and a little ridiculous. Just don't expect the DLC to be free... even though technically it is. [h2]7/10[/h2] [h3][url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/45905648-Gork%2527s-Game-Grind/]Check out my…
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Recommended Sep 28, 2026
I finished this little gem while back, but it left a surprisingly big impression. From the first level the game throws a satirical punch at the current state of microtransactions and games‑as‑a‑service. It’s a short, 2D platformer with pixel graphics that’s more than a parody; it’s a sharp, concrete critique. The pacing is spot‑on: every jump, every obstacle feels intentional, driving the narrative forward without any filler. The game doesn’t hold back—it pulls the blankets off modern monetization practices with no punches. Even though the experience is brief, it feels like a full‑length statement about how games are marketed today. If you’re looking for a quick, witty, and thought‑provoking playthrough that makes you think about the industry, this DLC Quest is absolutely worth your time. Five stars for a brilliant, razor‑sharp commentary that hits hard and stays memorable.
Recommended Sep 12, 2026
This game is a wonderful satire against the gaming industry as a whole. The interesting part is it came out before the ridiculous amount of dlc bundles have now cashed in a ridiculous amount of money from the consumers (moo moo) .. I wish I had played this long long long time ago as I might have not been a moo moo consumer to be milked but even so wonderful thing. Kudos to the dev of this as quite a quirky funny experience. I didnt want to go for achievements but appreciated this for what it was and find it nice that there are devs out there who care about the playerbase rather than the playerbases wallets. Makes me think twice as a consumer or thrice or quadruplize or so. Everyone should buy this game even though platformers might not be their thing. There is a huge lesson to be learned in this project. Thanks dev for sharing this in a funny way.
Recommended Sep 4, 2026
I loved the theme of the game and I liked the design. The graphics were basic but the controls were snappy. It was still fun even though it is a short game. If you set your expectations, there are worse ways to spend your Sunday afternoon.
Recommended Aug 13, 2026
---{ Graphics }--- ☐ Reality is a downgrade ☐ Beautiful enough to make grown men cry ☐ Good ☐ It won't make your eyes bleed ☐ Looks like a PS2 fever dream ☑ Made in MS Paint by a blind squirrel ☐ Literal ASCII art ---{ Gameplay }--- ☐ Warning: highly addictive ☐ Good ☐ Click until you get carpal tunnel ☑ Mehh ☐ Watching paint dry is more thrilling ☐ Alt+F4 is the best game mechanic ---{ Audio }--- ☐ Mozart is weeping in his grave ☐ Eargasm ☐ Good ☑ Royalty-free generic tracks ☐ Bad ☐ RIP my eardrums (2026) ☐ Microwave noises ---{ Audience }--- ☐ Literal fetuses ☑ Kids ☐ Teens ☐ Adults ☐ Your tech-illiterate Grandma ☐ People who hate themselves ☐ Sweaty tryhards ---{ PC Requirements }--- ☑ A literal potato hooked to a battery ☐ Toaster ☐ Decent ☐ Fast ☐ Rich boi ☐ Ask NASA to borrow their supercomputer ☐ Will physically melt your GPU ---{ Game Size }--- ☑ Fits on a floppy disk ☐ 1-5 GB ☐ 5-10 GB ☐ 10-20 GB ☐ 20-50 GB ☐ 50-100 GB ☐ Say goodbye to your SSD ---{ Difficulty }--- ☑ My cat beat it by walking on the keyboard ☐ Easy ☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master ☐ Requires significant brain usage ☐ Difficult ☐ Prepare to cry ☐ Will cause severe anger management issues ---{ Grind }…
Not recommended Aug 13, 2026
I appreciate what this game is trying to do, but it's extremely tedious and the satire gets so old.

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