Darksiders

 PC
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
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  1. Multiplayer.it
    90
    Darksiders looks great on PC, thanks to the greater resolution and the lack of tearing. The game itself comes with excellent graphics and nice artistic direction, but its strength lies in its gameplay: War faces hundreds of different enemies, using many different weapons, and there are plenty of puzzles to be solved in each level. Definitely a fantastic action/adventure game, an exercise in game design that can't leave you indifferent.
  2. Eurogamer Italy
    90
    The PC version of Darksiders proves to be as good as (and possibly even better than) its console counterpart. The brilliant action-platform formula is in fact a winning one, that surely makes Vigil Games' work worth a close look. Considering the lack of action titles on PC, it's a must-have for all those looking for console gameplay on a personal computer.
  3. GameFocus
    88
    My feelings towards Darksiders haven't changed a lot since its original release back in January and I'm not hesitating to recommend it despite its technical nitpicks. PC gamers (considering you have a powerful system) have no right to skip this one, it's worth your time and your money.
  5. Gamers.at
    87
    Is Darksiders really worth the time and the money? Hell Yeah! Darksiders is a fantastic game.
  6. Computer Games Online RO
    86
    It is, however, a polished, entertaining product and while not a gaming milestone by any means, it represents a solid example of an AAA title, which delivers exactly what it promised.
  7. 3DJuegos
    86
    Skillfully designed to appeal all kind of players, Darksiders is a great action adventure.
  8. GamingExcellence
    85
    Masterfully crafted, Darksiders is clearly a work of passion, and though it borrows a lot of elements from other games, they come together in such a way that will keep you entertained from start to finish.
  9. SpazioGames
    85
    Darksiders is a fairly good porting of the console experience, more fluid and good looking thanks to the various filters. It's still a shame that PC public has waited so long, without getting anything in return for the patience.
  10. Gaming Nexus
    Oct 25, 2010
    83
    Sure, you've seen it all somewhere before, but Darksiders manages to tie together just about every adventure-game idiom and make it all work.
  11. GamingXP
    83
    Darksiders can only be recommended, because it's one of the best hack'n'slay games on the PC. Period.
  12. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 13, 2011
    80
    PC answer to God of War is not without flaws but the lack of competition on the PC platform makes Darksiders an unconditional winner. Be warned - No fun without a joypad! Forget about playing Darksiders with a keyboard and mouse only. [Issue#197]
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  13. PC Format
    Dec 25, 2010
    80
    Not the most innovative of games, but give Darksiders a go and you'll most likely be pleasantly surprised. [Issue#246, p.106]
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  14. Gamekult
    80
    Darksiders doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it learns from many of the greatest references in videogames to make gamers live a clever, epic and violent experience.
  15. GameZone
    80
    It's a shame there was no bonus content to justify the eight-month long wait, but the excellent core game is kept intact, and is sure to entertain PC gamers, assuming they have a gamepad to play the game comfortably.
  16. GameSpot
    80
    It isn't the most full-featured port, but excellent combat and challenging puzzles make Darksiders a brutal blast.
  17. Gamervision
    80
    So even though Darksiders isn't remotely innovative and is unabashedly a console port, it does have an entertaining story to tell, fun gameplay, and decent graphics.
  18. VideoGamer
    80
    As a new franchise it does so many things right and should find a place for itself in a massively crowded market. If War was a more engaging character and the combat more refined, Darksiders would stand as one of the contenders for game of the year.
  19. AtomicGamer
    80
    If you missed Darksiders the first time or if you just stick only to PC gaming, then this one's worth a shot.

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#23 Best PC Game of 2010
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#22 Most Discussed PC Game of 2010
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#22 Most Shared PC Game of 2010

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 874 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 598 out of 874
  2. Mixed: 198 out of 874
  3. Negative: 78 out of 874
  1. goodterling
    Oct 2, 2010
    10
    This is a fantastic game. I was expecting a cheap God of War Clone, but it's far better than that. For one thing the Horseman War is far moreThis is a fantastic game. I was expecting a cheap God of War Clone, but it's far better than that. For one thing the Horseman War is far more interesting a character than Kratos, whose one-note vengeance act is wearing pretty thin. Great atmosphere, fun combat, very creative puzzles, and some of the best creature design ever. It's a long game with tons of bosses, and they're all awesome looking. New elements are constantly introduced to keep it fresh--grappling hook, horseback combat, and even some Portal dynamics near the end. The biggest criticism is that Darksiders doesn't do anything new, but combining all these great elements from other games so successfully IS something new.… Full Review »
  2. Andreakossa
    Apr 22, 2012
    8
    As far as i can say it's an awesome game, it has the style as Devil May Cry, a fantastic story, full of epic moments ! I would recommend thisAs far as i can say it's an awesome game, it has the style as Devil May Cry, a fantastic story, full of epic moments ! I would recommend this game to anyone, and if is in sale...don't waste time thinking about ! Just get it !… Full Review »
  3. Qkumba
    Jan 3, 2011
    6
    This is a hard port from console to PC, the controls downright unintuitive for the mouse and keyboard, the graphics are quite outdated and I'mThis is a hard port from console to PC, the controls downright unintuitive for the mouse and keyboard, the graphics are quite outdated and I'm running on a modern graphic card in excess of 100 FPS with absolutely NO OPTION TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT THE GRAPHICS. On the flip-side, this also means people with past generation cards will be able to play this at decent FPS. Most of the puzzles are moderately interesting, but some are tedious to the point that I just decide to switch the game off, fights are actually pretty good if not for the awful controls. I personally don't recommend this to most people, especially the casual gamers like myself that only got a couple of precious hours a day. As above, this is a hard port from the console, enough said.… Full Review »
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