Darksiders

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 874 Ratings

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  1. Roisman
    Oct 24, 2013
    8
    Some people just shouldn't write reviews.

    You WILL get used to the controls of this game and, when you do, you will be able to focus on the story and gameplay, which, is realy fun. This ain't a 10 score game, but it's a damn fun ride. Did I use the word FUN allready ? Darksiders has a..."different" story. The gameplay brings nothing new. It's just a fairly good execution of things    Some people just shouldn't write reviews.

    You WILL get used to the controls of this game and, when you do, you will be able to focus on the story and gameplay, which, is realy fun. This ain't a 10 score game, but it's a damn fun ride.

    Did I use the word FUN allready ?

    Darksiders has a..."different" story. The gameplay brings nothing new. It's just a fairly good execution of things that games like Devil May Cry, God of War and Prince of Persia (PS2 era) presented us in the past. But the story makes up for that. Well, at least if you are into apocalyptic stories and like a badass main charcater with a lot of moral fiber.

    This is not a bad game. I enjoyed very much and if you like the genre, I promisse you, you WILL like this.    … Expand
  2. sleeplust
    Mar 29, 2014
    10
    Quite a masterpiece of bold creativity.
    Fascinating story,character design and combat.
    War is cool! No too many words praising. The default key set of this one is a bit inconvenient for keyboard playing,so I needed to remap the keys. I am going through the story firstly in the apocalyptic difficulty and feel that the pace of the game is mostly quick and intensive and this means its    Quite a masterpiece of bold creativity.
    Fascinating story,character design and combat.
    War is cool!
    No too many words praising.
    The default key set of this one is a bit inconvenient for keyboard playing,so I needed to remap the keys.
    I am going through the story firstly in the apocalyptic difficulty and feel that the pace of the game is mostly quick and intensive and this means its "enter aiming mode,aim down,shoot,quit aiming mode" maneuver is annoying and destructive to the fluency,though players need to execute this "combo" quite often.
    Sometimes hints are not obvious enough for new players like me,for that I got a little confused with the complicated set of skills and enhancement.
    Rotating map is common among many action games but impractical at all compared with the mini maps in Blizzard's WOW.
    After completing all of the elements of the game,I should say that it is a masterpiece which is of the same level of those more famous games,like Diablo,Warcraft,Biohazard franchises.Though I don't think the traditional RPG parts of Darksiders 2 is interesting enough,but boring,I hope that Nordic Games treasure,develop this beautiful story and let more people try,taste it with more fascinating,clean Darksiders games.
    A bad glitch showed up:toggling among the game and other program while I was playing it may cause the achievement tracking/counting system/function no longer effective,which disturbed some of the achievements completion and urged me to have some parts replayed.
    Another glitch,the cloud save of this game is a vanity,maybe still is.
    A suggestion,a roaming mode after the end of the main story,having the game divided into parts of levels and bosses,and allowing replaying the story with all the collectibles completed,which would be convenient for players to patch up the missed achievements and enjoy beating the game cleanly.    … Expand
  3. Kvasi
    Sep 9, 2013
    8
    A good puzzle, action, jump, slash game. Not the best, but good.
    Pros: Cool looking bosses, fun fighting, fun puzzles.
    Cons: Playing with a controller sometimes the aiming in fights is a bit annoying. A lot of times the camera angle is retarded. Ideally you would like to see yourself, the enemy and where you are going, most of the times you get two out of three. The story is generic as    A good puzzle, action, jump, slash game. Not the best, but good.
    Pros: Cool looking bosses, fun fighting, fun puzzles.
    Cons: Playing with a controller sometimes the aiming in fights is a bit annoying. A lot of times the camera angle is retarded. Ideally you would like to see yourself, the enemy and where you are going, most of the times you get two out of three. The story is generic as hell. Considering this game is a complete rip-off of Soul Reaver one might expect that they could produce a better story considering the Legacy of Kain series (of which Soul Reaver is a part) has the best story in gaming history.

    So to sum up, fun but not a game of the year.    … Expand
  4. speedfrizzle
    Sep 2, 2013
    8
    My overall experience with Darksiders was enjoyable. The aspects of the game that it took from previous titles such as Zelda and God of War were all well implemented. While the game may not be as good as the titles it takes mechanics from, it is a decent title that I would recommend picking up.
  5. Adrijan123
    Jul 10, 2014
    9
    In my opinion,one of the best games I've played.Here's why:
    -Graphics:Fairly innovative,there aren't a lot of games that use the same style when it comes to graphics and this game was the one who did it best.They fit the environment,they are good and best of all,innovative.10 for graphics.
    -Plot:I have to say,a lot of games develop plots this way,however,they don't present characters in    In my opinion,one of the best games I've played.Here's why:
    -Graphics:Fairly innovative,there aren't a lot of games that use the same style when it comes to graphics and this game was the one who did it best.They fit the environment,they are good and best of all,innovative.10 for graphics.
    -Plot:I have to say,a lot of games develop plots this way,however,they don't present characters in the same way this game does.The events make sense,the characters are connected just fine and it is generally pleasing to see a plot such as this one.It's a very pleasant sight when near the end,everyone 's intentions seem to unwrap before your eyes as you begin the final fight.The only bad thing I can say about the story is that it wasn't clearly explained what would happen if War really did manage to complete his goals,because all we got was a rough outline of what might happen.9 for story.
    -Music:The music fits the combat,fits the events and fits the exploring.It makes this game seem a bit better,mostly because the music fits great with every other aspect.It even makes me want to keep playing and listen to it even when I'm not playing.10 for music.
    -Game play:The controls are good,they respond properly and there's no problem there.There are some glitches,however,none that would make the game seem broken.The character design adds a lot to the game play,as it makes the combat and dialogues seem quite satisfying.And last but not least,the A.I. are very good.To make good A.I. for characters of large scales and such design is always a hardship,however,this game managed to make them just right.I haven't experienced any flaws with the A.I. ,they seem to be near perfection and might be some of the best out there.9 for game play,because of the bugs.
    Replay value:There are a lot of extras,some of them hard to find during the first time a person plays the game,but they aren't really crucial to the story or its development.However,that abyssal armor was pretty sweet.The experience and the collectibles might be the only 2 things that would make a person replay this game.So it doesn't really make you want to replay it,as it isn't really an open world and you can't really miss anything that's important to the story.8,as it doesn't really make people want to replay it.
    Finally,the graphics are great,the plot is very close to perfect,the music is amazing,game play is close to amazing and the replay value is above average,but not near perfect.(10+9+10+9+8=9.2,and I give this game a well deserved 9.)Try it,play it and I guarantee you will like it.    … Expand
  6. Quacke
    Sep 3, 2014
    8
    As an old God of War fan I couldn't resist trying Darksiders. And I am far from disapointed. Game really makes you want to play it for hours. That's mainly becouse of the "Half-Lifish" idea of giving you new mechanics every next chapter, so that you don't stuck to doing the same thing on and on. As a slasher it really does grate in terms of... well... slashing. Killing enemies isAs an old God of War fan I couldn't resist trying Darksiders. And I am far from disapointed. Game really makes you want to play it for hours. That's mainly becouse of the "Half-Lifish" idea of giving you new mechanics every next chapter, so that you don't stuck to doing the same thing on and on. As a slasher it really does grate in terms of... well... slashing. Killing enemies is rewarding, and finishers feel really good, even though the secondary weapons weren't really comfortable in use, and made me use only that huge sword. But that's not the last of "it-could-have-been-done-better". Some of the ranged weapons became useless after half an hour of having them in the inventory, and War's horse felt balky. Anyways the storyline and fun Darksiders gave me make me want to go, try the sequel. I'm actually on my way to do that, and I hope it got away from it's predecessor's flaws.… Expand
  7. TerribleTom
    Feb 28, 2014
    9
    I truly enjoyed this game. For enjoyment 10/10. I cannot give this game a perfect 10 as no game in my eyes can ever be perfect, however there is next to nothing that I can criticise about this game other than I wish there were more quests to do post completion of the game!
  8. DevilAngel
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    Absolutely amazing game. Great work on the puzzles and game-play. The game-play is a mixture of God of War and Devil may cry. You'll have to collect souls and do upgrades. In short it is worth buying.
  9. BigIzBest
    Aug 16, 2014
    10
    I give this game a score of 10 because this game does what a video game should do: Entertain you and make you escape in a "different world".

    I am a 30 years old game who played through console in his childhood and played mostly RTS(Starcraft, Warcraft III, Company of Heroes, Dawn of War). I haven't played lot of third person slash / shooter except maybe Legacy of Kain on PS2. I like    I give this game a score of 10 because this game does what a video game should do: Entertain you and make you escape in a "different world".

    I am a 30 years old game who played through console in his childhood and played mostly RTS(Starcraft, Warcraft III, Company of Heroes, Dawn of War). I haven't played lot of third person slash / shooter except maybe Legacy of Kain on PS2. I like about every game type except MMO, who are IMO, time-killers, might as well get a lobotomy and sit on a chair on IV's.

    I have played this game on PC for around 36 hours(with a Logitech Gamepad, who plays that with a mouse and keyboard? that is plain stupid i.e.: all the bad reviews), the controls are very intuitive and simple and I haven't finished the game yet. The puzzles are fairly challenging without being impossible, yes I had to use youtube a few times where my patience was running thin. I play this game just to relax and switch off, this game will not drive you nuts and is actually entertaining, also there is no "grinding" whatsoever so people with a a life will enjoy it (if you have no life you will probably chew through it in a few days; I have been there once upon a time).

    Pros: Good storyline, fantastic arts(as the attention to details in the background and the overall world), very entertaining. Joe Madureira is a fantastic graphist and that shows. You will get immersed in this universe of desolation. This game reminds me of a 3D version of Zelda a link to the past, you have to use your tools in order to get through dungeons and puzzles, you can upgrade your life, your wrath and your armor aquire a very few items but still you need to find those secret chests. The combat is fairly simple but I am not a hack and slash player (not even remotely). To get through this game you actually have to observe and think about what you're doing( not just slash through and "go up in levels"). The boss are reasonably do-able on a first fight, if you take the time to check the environment and the boss itself you will find its weakness.

    Cons: No replayability, no "leveling up" and super super dupa-omni boss (who drops "epic" nice looking armor to show to your "virtual friends") to kill after grinding and leveling for 200 hours(i.e. wasting your time / life). For me it's a pro, but it seems to be a "con" if we look at the popularity of MMO RPG.    … Expand
  10. mikehettfield
    Mar 12, 2017
    8
    This game is simply Epic, despite whatever comparison cold be made to othyer franchises, the lore, the ambientation, the gameplay, the music, the deepness of the combos, everithing is in place in this awesome post-apocalyptic Acrion-RPG, rest assured THQ have you covered with this one for all your adventure need.
  11. Raderon
    Nov 27, 2018
    8
    Darksiders III is a great game with some flaws.
    Pros: Great combat, great visual character concepts as always, a good level design scheme.
    The game does not punish you for exploring and making leaps, has several difficulty options available (don't mind many of the reviewers who complain that the game is too hard or unbalanced when they are playing on the hardest difficulty, maybe the    Darksiders III is a great game with some flaws.
    Pros: Great combat, great visual character concepts as always, a good level design scheme.
    The game does not punish you for exploring and making leaps, has several difficulty options available
    (don't mind many of the reviewers who complain that the game is too hard or unbalanced when they are playing on the hardest difficulty, maybe the game can improve on the doability of the difficulty levels but if you are signing up for the hardest level then expect the hardest gameplay where you WILL struggle).
    I combines and improves some of the Dark Soul series game features such as the ability to invest all of your souls at once, the leveling is a lot more streamlined which can be a CON I suppose as well.

    CONS:
    While the list of cons might be a bit longer it is meant as a general feedback to an extent for the devs as well as for the people who want to lay the game and what they can expect.
    The level design while great and colorful can sometimes feel the same and you can get lost in the colors and labyrinthine design.
    There is a lack of customizations in some area. Another point is that he game could have always used a lot more banter to fill in the exploration and a bit deeper lore presentation.
    Not all weapons feel that cool which is to be expected I suppose but I wish there was more variety between the weapons that you are actually going to use for balance purposes.    … Expand
  12. 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'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 areThis 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.… Expand
  13. syrik
    Sep 5, 2011
    0
    The term "console port" gets thrown around all too much these days, but in this games case it is completely accurate. This is a console port in all its faded glory, straight from controller to keyboard with little adjustment to gameplay, menu's, maps, inventory screens or even graphics selections and options. If you want to play this game, play it on a console.
  14. gmboy902
    Apr 5, 2011
    7
    Laughably boring main character, uninteresting plotline, and a steep learning curve for combat. That being said, the game is literally floating in a sea of blood, surrounded by leeches, being eating by bloodhounds, being massacred by torture machines from Saw movies. "Gore" or "Bloody" doesn't cut it. The combat is exciting to watch - due to the massive amounts of blood, especially - andLaughably boring main character, uninteresting plotline, and a steep learning curve for combat. That being said, the game is literally floating in a sea of blood, surrounded by leeches, being eating by bloodhounds, being massacred by torture machines from Saw movies. "Gore" or "Bloody" doesn't cut it. The combat is exciting to watch - due to the massive amounts of blood, especially - and the graphics are great, though not customizable to any extent. The boss fights are entertaining. The voice acting isn't a marvel, but it does the job without sounding crappy, fake, or poorly scripted. All in all, it isn't really worth 40 bucks, but definitely worth it if you can get it on sale, and if you have money to spare perhaps you can drop the full price for it. If you could enjoy, say, God of War, but without the storyline, characters, or great voice acting, then you could probably enjoy this game.… Expand
  15. SirTarque
    Aug 7, 2012
    3
    Mindless monster bashing, strictly linear. No way of avoiding fights, you can only win brute force. The story doesn't really touch the player, it's too far fetched. No free saving possible, only at save points.
  16. Rime
    Sep 3, 2011
    0
    This is the worst console port I have ever played. I have not even SEEN the first mob in game because my camera is stuck facing down. I have unplugged one, the other, and BOTH of my USB-360 controllers and still, the camera is stuck. A Google reveals that this is a common bug for certain users of the game, there has been very little support for it obviously as I have not seen any officialThis is the worst console port I have ever played. I have not even SEEN the first mob in game because my camera is stuck facing down. I have unplugged one, the other, and BOTH of my USB-360 controllers and still, the camera is stuck. A Google reveals that this is a common bug for certain users of the game, there has been very little support for it obviously as I have not seen any official forums, just all Yahoo-Ask. I saw one review that said, "I wish Steam gave refunds." To that, I agree.… Expand
  17. Rigel
    Jul 9, 2011
    3
    If you are a young teen this might be a blast, but the game is full of bugs and horrible mapping of the controls. Especially if you use steam because of the steam friends shortcut. Secondly, the save game system is so stupid that I've wanted to ram a fist through my screen several times. What is also the point in being able to save at a location, if you still have to start from a waypoint?If you are a young teen this might be a blast, but the game is full of bugs and horrible mapping of the controls. Especially if you use steam because of the steam friends shortcut. Secondly, the save game system is so stupid that I've wanted to ram a fist through my screen several times. What is also the point in being able to save at a location, if you still have to start from a waypoint? It just blows my mind how stupid and utter retarded console games are and I wish Steam gave refunds. Even quitting the game has to be a hazzle, where you press start, wait for a mandatory animation and then you can select quit. This is my last console port ever..darkriders 2? How about you fix the first load of crap.… Expand
  18. thequillguy
    Apr 21, 2011
    4
    PC gamers often complain about the issues of porting console (action) games. To be truth, I find many of the arguments elitist and a little empty (take the issue of Portal 2 showing a â
  19. ChuckFarley
    Dec 13, 2010
    4
    Some of the finishing moves are pretty brutal, and some of the models are pretty, otherwise it's pretty mindless. Best played with your thumbs and a button.
  20. jsph_crowley
    Dec 15, 2012
    3
    It looks pretty and starts out fun, but you quickly realize that the controls will be badly explained and you're health will be penalized for any misstep. Boss fights will be after pointless walking from the save point that makes you go back again and again.
  21. JSNB
    Sep 24, 2011
    0
    Played this expecting something worth my time but I was wrong. Boring linear game play, and almost no character progression, not exactly a recipe for a winner. I wasn't able to play much of it which that in itself says it all. I know some people will say, "how do you know if you didn't even play all the way through." and to that I say, you don't have yourself locked into torturous humanPlayed this expecting something worth my time but I was wrong. Boring linear game play, and almost no character progression, not exactly a recipe for a winner. I wasn't able to play much of it which that in itself says it all. I know some people will say, "how do you know if you didn't even play all the way through." and to that I say, you don't have yourself locked into torturous human experimentation lab on the off chance that you might get a lollipop when you leave.… Expand
  22. drachehexe
    Aug 7, 2011
    5
    This game was barely worth the 5 bucks I paid for it on sale. I can't believe games like this thrive on consoles with their bad dialogue, laughable voiceovers, weak stories, and average gameplay. Combat is extremely repetitive an environments while open and nicely designed there is a serious lack of foes to fight that make the oversimplified combat mechanics unnecessary. The worst partThis game was barely worth the 5 bucks I paid for it on sale. I can't believe games like this thrive on consoles with their bad dialogue, laughable voiceovers, weak stories, and average gameplay. Combat is extremely repetitive an environments while open and nicely designed there is a serious lack of foes to fight that make the oversimplified combat mechanics unnecessary. The worst part of this game is rewarding the players for smashing junk. Since "souls" = currency with which to buy upgrades and weapons to achieve the better equipment one is almost required to smash every little object out there. And since when does a derelict automobile have a soul to gather anyway?

    This game also tries to mimic the overall game-play of the Soul Reaver series and at that it fails miserably. The game is by no means terrible. But it certainly isn't anything more than barely average.    … Expand
  23. KalSeth
    Feb 19, 2012
    3
    Interesting story, great graphics, and extreme fun....for about 30 minutes. Untill you are met with impossible controls (if you play on PC), which will leave you climbing and leaping over lava pits, just to be knocked down over and over and over and over, until you are pissed off enough to slam your keyboard and walk away.

    Piss poo adaptation of a console twitch game, which could have    Interesting story, great graphics, and extreme fun....for about 30 minutes. Untill you are met with impossible controls (if you play on PC), which will leave you climbing and leaping over lava pits, just to be knocked down over and over and over and over, until you are pissed off enough to slam your keyboard and walk away.

    Piss poo adaptation of a console twitch game, which could have been a great RPG. Biggest disappointment this year.    … Expand
  24. TomT7
    Dec 27, 2011
    2
    A very poorly done port. Horrible controls, no graphics options and crashes constantly. I write this as a warning; do not buy this game.
  25. STMary
    Jun 4, 2012
    4
    People that relate this game to Zelda have no idea what they are talking about. If I was to make a comparison, the closest game Darksiders resembles is Force Unleashed II. There is not one puzzle in this whole game as far as I could tell in my play through. The game always told you exactly what to do, and if there was something that could be a puzzle in a room, the auto-camera makes surePeople that relate this game to Zelda have no idea what they are talking about. If I was to make a comparison, the closest game Darksiders resembles is Force Unleashed II. There is not one puzzle in this whole game as far as I could tell in my play through. The game always told you exactly what to do, and if there was something that could be a puzzle in a room, the auto-camera makes sure to zoom onto objects and paths that need to be explored, eliminating any thought process that might otherwise be needed.
    Its a straight up hack-n-slash. If that's what you are into, get this title. If you were looking for a puzzle game, save yourself some frustration and keep looking.    … Expand
  26. magee
    Apr 6, 2013
    2
    i dont really like hack and slay games but dark souls was my game of the year.. so i thought i will try this game out it just feels bad to me combat is very boring you just spam your X key xbox controller till the enemy dies you can jump around so you wont get hit but overall it just feels repetetive to me. dark souls for example is known to be hard... but its actually not hard becausei dont really like hack and slay games but dark souls was my game of the year.. so i thought i will try this game out it just feels bad to me combat is very boring you just spam your X key xbox controller till the enemy dies you can jump around so you wont get hit but overall it just feels repetetive to me. dark souls for example is known to be hard... but its actually not hard because every time you die its your fault while in darksiders its just a grindfest of 100 mobs attacking you and you spamming your x and rb key well story: i heard the story would be great and epic but i didnt got hooked by it. maybe some teens will enjoy this more than me. I dont recommend it but if you enjoy grindfest games where you spam 1 key till the end try it out… Expand
  27. No1livesforever
    Apr 11, 2013
    2
    It was fun at early stages of the game; the hack and slash combat system was great and intense. Then fun quickly diminished with countless platform puzzle solving. Granted, the puzzles weren't hard, but they paused the monster killing spree excitment. There are just too much boring puzzles for a hack and slash action game that I was hopping the game will end soon, so I can say I beat itIt was fun at early stages of the game; the hack and slash combat system was great and intense. Then fun quickly diminished with countless platform puzzle solving. Granted, the puzzles weren't hard, but they paused the monster killing spree excitment. There are just too much boring puzzles for a hack and slash action game that I was hopping the game will end soon, so I can say I beat it and uninstall. And then the story send you back to places you already visited to collect seven shards for story to continue. I collected few shards until I got fed up with this boring-visit-again trick just to add more gameplay hour. My patience ran out and alt+F4 and uninstalled this crap game.… Expand
  28. Poger
    Sep 5, 2013
    6
    I really enjoyed the game the gameplay and the story were pretty cool. The fighting, the puzzles, the graphics and many others it's all great. After about 14 hours of the game I thought this game deserves an 8 or even a 9. Unfortunately, after this many hours, I encountered a glitch, that made the game impossible to continue. Fortunately, I made a second save about 3 hours of playingI really enjoyed the game the gameplay and the story were pretty cool. The fighting, the puzzles, the graphics and many others it's all great. After about 14 hours of the game I thought this game deserves an 8 or even a 9. Unfortunately, after this many hours, I encountered a glitch, that made the game impossible to continue. Fortunately, I made a second save about 3 hours of playing earlier. However, if I wouldn't, I'd be forced to start the game from the beginning (what happened to many gamers before, as I found out on the Internet). In my opinion glitches like that should be fixed as soon as possible but this one was not. Pity.… Expand
  29. leash
    Sep 22, 2013
    3
    You know, it could have been a very fun game. And if it didn't crash all the time I might have been able to tolerate it. Its extremely linear. There are very few system and graphics options if any at all. It gets boring fast. Also, don't expect and real quest log or clues pointing you where to go and when. You may try and alt tab out of the game to check a walk through but if you do thatYou know, it could have been a very fun game. And if it didn't crash all the time I might have been able to tolerate it. Its extremely linear. There are very few system and graphics options if any at all. It gets boring fast. Also, don't expect and real quest log or clues pointing you where to go and when. You may try and alt tab out of the game to check a walk through but if you do that when you re-enter the game, it will most likely crash to desktop. If you like to collect screenshots go ahead and try, but then you'll crash to desktop. If you like to open up the steam dashboard in game you can give that a go too! Just be ready to crash to desktop. Over all it was a game I could have at least tried to like but the bugs and crashes just tried my patience to much. I don't have much gaming time anymore and I'd much rather use it playing a game that can actually perform on a pc.… Expand
  30. ruvinisimus
    Dec 26, 2017
    3
    не понравилось. какой то непойми кто с нереально большим мечом размахивает.
  31. dondon
    Jan 3, 2013
    7
    This game is certainly not a strong port to the PC. You'll find the only advanced graphic options is just resolution and v-sync. Although, many claim the PC is still superior to graphics than the consoles. I've had cut-scenes skip frames but not enough to be pissed off about. I find this to be a typical hack-n-slash adventure game. There are interesting fights along with decent puzzles toThis game is certainly not a strong port to the PC. You'll find the only advanced graphic options is just resolution and v-sync. Although, many claim the PC is still superior to graphics than the consoles. I've had cut-scenes skip frames but not enough to be pissed off about. I find this to be a typical hack-n-slash adventure game. There are interesting fights along with decent puzzles to solve. I found the keyboard and mouse quite usable, also quite responsive. In this type of game, controller is your best bet if your not fluid with the keyboard and mouse.… Expand
  32. keefbaker
    Oct 27, 2013
    7
    It's not a bad game at all, it just feels as though it tries to appear as though it's more than it is: A basic hack and slash game with a few upgrades. If that's what you want then you can do a lot worse, if you want a 3rd person melee game that does more try Batman Arkham City/Island.
  33. BasilZero
    May 31, 2013
    8
    Darksiders' storyline is a bit better than most action games and its gameplay is quite detailed with all sorts of ways to travel, fight and explore through the game's world. The game's sound and characters are nicely done and adds a unique feeling to the overall atmosphere along with its amazing visual styles and unique art style to the genre. However the game falls short in terms of itsDarksiders' storyline is a bit better than most action games and its gameplay is quite detailed with all sorts of ways to travel, fight and explore through the game's world. The game's sound and characters are nicely done and adds a unique feeling to the overall atmosphere along with its amazing visual styles and unique art style to the genre. However the game falls short in terms of its replay value and music which is more unnoticeable than any other OST you would hear from a game. Regardless if you are itching for some action and demon slaying, this is the game for you. If you enjoyed games like God of War and Devil May Cry, this game will be worthy of a purchase especially at the price it goes for on Steam.… Expand
  34. dumle
    Sep 30, 2012
    7
    I had a good time with Darksiders. The game has a good mix of fighting and exploring and the game is as varied as you can expect from the genre. All the different components of the game works really well together. I wouldn't say that any single component is anything out of the ordinary but they all feel really competent and together they make a good game. The game does have some problemsI had a good time with Darksiders. The game has a good mix of fighting and exploring and the game is as varied as you can expect from the genre. All the different components of the game works really well together. I wouldn't say that any single component is anything out of the ordinary but they all feel really competent and together they make a good game. The game does have some problems though. The graphical options are quite limited and the controls feels like they are made primary for a controller and not a keyboard. They game is still a competent action/adventure game though and i would recommend it for people interested in the genre.… Expand
  35. Harmil
    Jan 13, 2013
    6
    Well-crafted console game feels constrained and linear on PC. The controls are wonky, and clearly a result of a half-hearted port to PC. Otherwise a good game.
  36. OmriPC
    Dec 15, 2012
    8
    Darksiders is a wonderfull creation that will worth your money. The graphics ar fine and the sound is great. The Gameplay is one of the best, but not that different from the God of War series (which is much better). They ripped off Santa Monica's GOW. The story is highly un- interesting. However The RPG elements add a different experience to the game.
  37. gabryatfendor
    Dec 24, 2012
    8
    I have to say I enjoyed a lot this game. I've felt myself so cool from the beginning, and the charachter gain even more "coolness" with the goin-on. The plot is interesting, even if it isn't so deep, and I found myself right using keyboard, I haven't got any problem. The great amount of chest and secrets will make you go in old areas a bunch of time before you can complete the game 100%.I have to say I enjoyed a lot this game. I've felt myself so cool from the beginning, and the charachter gain even more "coolness" with the goin-on. The plot is interesting, even if it isn't so deep, and I found myself right using keyboard, I haven't got any problem. The great amount of chest and secrets will make you go in old areas a bunch of time before you can complete the game 100%. There are 2 problem in this game, imo. First, a Steam bug regarding achievements. I really hate to do something i expect an achievement for and seen it not recognized. I complete the game 100% on hard mode and I still have 15 out of 43 achiv... Secondly, and this is the greater problem ,is the difficulty level. Very early in the game you find yourself with a lot of health, and this mean you probably will never die. Also, the boss mechanic are very easy to understand. To make an example, I died about 10 times on hard difficulty, 8 of that on the first boss. After that, I had so much health that the game become very easy.… Expand
  38. KeyserSozeNZ
    Dec 26, 2012
    8
    Although this is a direct port (with no extra features for PC, i.e. tweaking graphics settings) it's still a fantastic game that can be picked up cheaply. Highly recommended to play with a controller, where the controls are intuitive and flow excellently. Although the graphics are average at best (and look dated even for a 2010 game) they don't distract from the game-play and fun factor.Although this is a direct port (with no extra features for PC, i.e. tweaking graphics settings) it's still a fantastic game that can be picked up cheaply. Highly recommended to play with a controller, where the controls are intuitive and flow excellently. Although the graphics are average at best (and look dated even for a 2010 game) they don't distract from the game-play and fun factor. And ultimately that's what this game comes down to - the fun factor. You'll have a blast leaping around and swinging your massive sword.… Expand
  39. mckw
    Apr 17, 2013
    5
    Bought this on the pc and having quite the buyers remorse. The story is not any good and fails to keep you interested, the combat seems really plain and at times quite the button masher. I'm sorry, my experience with this game just isn't that good.
  40. Basem101
    Jul 11, 2013
    6
    i was so excited for this game but when i played it i was really disappointed first the controls in this game are a mess too many buttons and the camera is not good second the story is so weak and not satisfying, and the boss battles are stupid and most of them are frustrating the game will take about 12 hours to complete but the first 6 hours are so so boring and repetitive if youi was so excited for this game but when i played it i was really disappointed first the controls in this game are a mess too many buttons and the camera is not good second the story is so weak and not satisfying, and the boss battles are stupid and most of them are frustrating the game will take about 12 hours to complete but the first 6 hours are so so boring and repetitive if you could survive those first 6 hours you might find the game interesting but in the end it is a nice try and hope they do better in the second part of the series… Expand
  41. Murbeck
    Jul 23, 2013
    9
    I am not giving it a 10. I don't give 10s out often so, that's that. However, this game is absolutely fantastic. The art style is brilliant. The voice acting is just divine I cannot fault this...until you get into combat. Some of the combat seems a bit button mash-y and that's fine as it's a hack n' slash game the puzzles seem incredibly simple and repetitive which is okay. everythingI am not giving it a 10. I don't give 10s out often so, that's that. However, this game is absolutely fantastic. The art style is brilliant. The voice acting is just divine I cannot fault this...until you get into combat. Some of the combat seems a bit button mash-y and that's fine as it's a hack n' slash game the puzzles seem incredibly simple and repetitive which is okay. everything else (and I mean everything) Is up to a great level of sophistication. Ignore the idiots who say it's a clone of games because it is unique. It is unique in the sense that even though a vats majority of ideas for games have already been taken, they took it upon themselves to sift into the bible to the apocalyptic section and sift out the Four Horseman...and as a concept it is fantastic.!… Expand
  42. crimsondoor
    Jul 22, 2016
    7
    I love action games, especially dark ones, like God of War, Ninja Gaiden and Devil May Cry. I thought I would like Darksiders too but I was wrong.

    Design: The game tried so hard to be badass and funny that I couldn't help but cringe at the cutscenes. Story: Plot is too predictable from the start. Graphics: VERY dated for a 2010 game. I think it is even worse than some 2007 games.    I love action games, especially dark ones, like God of War, Ninja Gaiden and Devil May Cry. I thought I would like Darksiders too but I was wrong.

    Design: The game tried so hard to be badass and funny that I couldn't help but cringe at the cutscenes.

    Story: Plot is too predictable from the start.

    Graphics: VERY dated for a 2010 game. I think it is even worse than some 2007 games. There is also no graphics config AT ALL. This is one of the few games I have to use SweetFX to enhance the graphics.

    Music: I don't even know it exists.

    Control: What a convoluted mess. After hours I still couldn't figure out which button I should press during a battle so I got killed. And I played it with a controller! Not to mention the narrow POV, garbage camera, and on top of that no R3 to centre camera function! Are you kidding me?

    The game is not bad if you can ignore the horrible controls though I don't know why I should play it when there are much better action games out there.    … Expand
  43. CntrlAltDel101
    Oct 1, 2015
    10
    If the Legend of Zelda, God of War and Devil May Cry had a baby, Darksiders would be that baby.

    Easily one of my favourite games of all time. Great action and excellent puzzles.
  44. irocamasc
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    This game is surprisingly overrated and considering i bought it 3 days ago and ive played so much since then that i can already write a review that is already a reason to give this game a 10. Its simply excellent and mixs elements from god of war zelda and dark souls to make a cluster of a world that is at times confusing but also atmospheric. The game is generally lonely and linear butThis game is surprisingly overrated and considering i bought it 3 days ago and ive played so much since then that i can already write a review that is already a reason to give this game a 10. Its simply excellent and mixs elements from god of war zelda and dark souls to make a cluster of a world that is at times confusing but also atmospheric. The game is generally lonely and linear but there is also open areas full of life. I specially liked the boss fights and how a control system that was made for console fit perfect for pc in this game. The combat is dynamic and it always feels that if you do nothing wrong you can exit fights without getting touched thanks to the parry and dash mechanics. I highly recommend this underrated msterpiece… Expand
  45. EpicGamer2002
    Jan 5, 2016
    9
    The Game is amazing it lets you explore find amazing items the monsters are creative also the bosses the only reason why I gave it a 9 out of 10 is because the puzzles are annoying but that does not mean the game is bad you should give it a try
  46. Nemo84
    Mar 19, 2016
    7
    Well first storyline was great. Music was great effects gameplay i can say it was good. Only thing i didn't like about the game was that it has no game+. Also some puzzles were boring and fights were let's just say they had overpowered enemies. Either way i liked it. I recommend playing it.
  47. JustSomeGamer
    Apr 27, 2016
    8
    Really cool game! Good gameplay and quite an interesting story too. I kinda hated some of the puzzles though. Goddamn those could get annoying. If you like 3rd person hack 'n' slash games definitely check this one out!
  48. faroukthehedge
    Apr 7, 2020
    8
    Awesome game, It's like The Legend of Zelda meets God of War (with a little pinch of Portal near the end), but it does have it's share of flaws that prevent me from giving it a solid 10:

    * Travelling from one dungeon to another can feel exhausting and tedious because some fast travel points are made optional, and you don't get your horse until very late into the game, even after you do,    Awesome game, It's like The Legend of Zelda meets God of War (with a little pinch of Portal near the end), but it does have it's share of flaws that prevent me from giving it a solid 10:

    * Travelling from one dungeon to another can feel exhausting and tedious because some fast travel points are made optional, and you don't get your horse until very late into the game, even after you do, some areas don't allow you to summon it.
    * The game doesn't do anything particularly risky, new or interesting, so if you're looking for something fresh to experience this is probably not the game for you.    … Expand
  49. KoKop0
    Aug 19, 2020
    8
    this game is an amazing game but it isn't perfect by any means... its one of the best hack N slash games and kinda like dark souls at some parts... I highly recommend it if u are into hack N slash games

    Story is original and really good, Gaphics is great, Gameplay is great, Combat is fun... the amount of exploration and going back and forth through the whole world map after obtaining new    this game is an amazing game but it isn't perfect by any means... its one of the best hack N slash games and kinda like dark souls at some parts... I highly recommend it if u are into hack N slash games

    Story is original and really good, Gaphics is great, Gameplay is great, Combat is fun... the amount of exploration and going back and forth through the whole world map after obtaining new items or weapons or unlocking doors etc. to open new passage to go through or to find secrets, is my favorite part of the game... The World Map design is perfect! 9/10... there are some bad checkpoints and fast travel points... the fast travel mechanic is really cool and creative... respect to Devs team sadly there is no hint system, if you are lost in the map or confused or can't figure how to kill certain enemy or boss... you either gonna die a lot trying to figure it out on your own or just Google it because "Watcher" is useless lol... Watcher is waste feature to be honest most of the puzzles are really really cool and enjoyable... but still there are few annoying ones

    late game you gonna die A LOT!!!! from very cheap 1 hit kill... there are few enemies will strike one and half of your health bar in just one hit!!!! lol

    most bosses are very well designed and creative but there are very cheap ones late game too game lol    … Expand
  50. Dco326
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    Vec sam presao dva puta ali mi je bila bas top igrica, i to je toooooooooooooo 10 od mene
  51. JSCarpio
    Apr 13, 2017
    10
    El mejor juego de aventuras y hack and slash que he jugado en mucho tiempo, una mezcla perfecta entre Zelda, God of war y Devil may cry, con unos gráficos y animaciones que son una gozada, se lo recomiendo a todo el mundo.
  52. Skaamit
    Dec 9, 2018
    6
    The game have a cool setting, a design and a lore. Simple combats, puzzles. On close the end the game get bored.
  53. Kotofon
    Jun 6, 2020
    7
    Поддавшись лживым вестям сил зла о конце света, один из четырех всадников апокалипсиса, Война, обвиняется в нарушении священного закона и провоцирования войны между Раем и Адом. В невероятных битвах, проходивших во время той войны, победу одержали силы зла — и они же потребовали власти над Землей. Война предстал перед Расплавленным советом и был обвинен в совершении своих преступлений, аПоддавшись лживым вестям сил зла о конце света, один из четырех всадников апокалипсиса, Война, обвиняется в нарушении священного закона и провоцирования войны между Раем и Адом. В невероятных битвах, проходивших во время той войны, победу одержали силы зла — и они же потребовали власти над Землей. Война предстал перед Расплавленным советом и был обвинен в совершении своих преступлений, а также лишен всех своих сил. Обесчещенный и стоящий на грани смерти, Война получил единственную возможность вернуться на Землю, найти правду и отомстить тем, кто действительно спровоцировал конфликт.… Expand
  54. Hayter
    Nov 10, 2019
    7
    Я не могу забросать её камнями, она крутая, вспоминаю, как я катался на лошади и как это было лампово, сразу хочется поставить 10, но есть много недостатков, поэтому 7.
  55. Tilt1k
    Nov 14, 2019
    5
    Seems i just cant enjoy the slasher genre, interesting character upgrades and new weapons but overall its still pressing the 2 same buttons over and over again. Story and most of characters are really boring, i hate this demon/angel stuff. Didn't finish the game.
  56. blutank24
    Nov 18, 2019
    7
    Darksiders seems to draw elements from various games and combine them, the 'finishing move' icon, puzzles that twist over themselves, etc. However that doesnt mean its bland, it's a fun game in its own right. If you like RPG games that focus more on the action than millions of items then Darksiders is up your alley. The game is a bit repetitive in the beginning/middle but the last coupleDarksiders seems to draw elements from various games and combine them, the 'finishing move' icon, puzzles that twist over themselves, etc. However that doesnt mean its bland, it's a fun game in its own right. If you like RPG games that focus more on the action than millions of items then Darksiders is up your alley. The game is a bit repetitive in the beginning/middle but the last couple of chapters are great!… Expand
  57. showt
    Dec 9, 2019
    5
    Играл давно, впечатления остались хорошие, помню понравилась мне игра. Но субъективно, последующие игры серии на порядок лучше. Игра про всадника Войну.
  58. PanMrkvicka
    Feb 11, 2020
    7
    Its a good game with somewhat interesting story and a cool premise. Gameplay is classic hack n slash with some minor flaws, lets call it basic by the book combat. There are also puzzles which are quite easy and not bad not good just fine.
  59. Edco0328
    Nov 18, 2020
    9
    Darksiders | November 6, 2020 | [★★★★]

    Darksiders just become one of my favorite Hack n' Slash game, ahead of Castlevania Lord of Shadows II and behind God of War II. In comparison, Darksiders felt like a mixed of the old & newest entry God of War. In the beginning, I noticed that the paced was oddly slow. Which is actually balanced once the game showered you with upgrades & items.    Darksiders | November 6, 2020 | [★★★★]

    Darksiders just become one of my favorite Hack n' Slash game, ahead of Castlevania Lord of Shadows II and behind God of War II. In comparison, Darksiders felt like a mixed of the old & newest entry God of War.

    In the beginning, I noticed that the paced was oddly slow. Which is actually balanced once the game showered you with upgrades & items. Not just through battle, but It was also vitals to every puzzle you are into.

    Outstanding voice acting. I don't know who were the cast was, but I really hear a lot of voices with a similar tone from Dota 2. Story's direction were also great even though there's not much to it, nonetheless, it was very fitting to the theme.

    Definitely a fantastic, well executed/polished action-adventure game. However, there's really nothing innovative that the game serve to have my perfect score, but given the fact that I'm considering that, makes the game highly recommendable from me.    … Expand
  60. Relkad
    Mar 26, 2020
    7
    A solid hack&slash with an original story,it has been some time since those two were together.
  61. Wrathzo
    Mar 21, 2022
    7
    Darksiders is a 2010 hack and slash action-adventure video game developed by Vigil Games and published by THQ. The game’s inspiration is from the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, with the player taking the role of the horseman War. In Darksiders, players control War, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, in a third-person perspective. The world is split into separate locations withDarksiders is a 2010 hack and slash action-adventure video game developed by Vigil Games and published by THQ. The game’s inspiration is from the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, with the player taking the role of the horseman War. In Darksiders, players control War, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, in a third-person perspective. The world is split into separate locations with many areas initially inaccessible until later in the game. The center of the world, The Scalding Gallow, functions as a hub where War is given new objectives and paths to unlock new areas, many of which require the use of newly-gained abilities to progress.… Expand
  62. GameBag
    Apr 7, 2020
    8
    Awesome game, It's like The Legend of Zelda meets God of War (with a little pinch of Portal near the end), but it does have it's share of flaws that prevent me from giving it a solid 10:

    * Travelling from one dungeon to another can feel exhausting and tedious because some fast travel points are made optional, and you don't get your horse until very late into the game, even after you do,    Awesome game, It's like The Legend of Zelda meets God of War (with a little pinch of Portal near the end), but it does have it's share of flaws that prevent me from giving it a solid 10:

    * Travelling from one dungeon to another can feel exhausting and tedious because some fast travel points are made optional, and you don't get your horse until very late into the game, even after you do, some areas don't allow you to summon it.
    * The game doesn't do anything particularly risky, new or interesting, so if you're looking for something fresh to experience this is probably not the game for you.    … Expand
  63. caiomachi
    Jul 5, 2020
    8
    Pros:
    • Zelda-like
    • Balanced battles
    • Good puzzles

    Cons:
    • Confusing story
    • Few enemies types
    • Too linear
  64. Tekin1inci
    Aug 22, 2020
    9
    I realized I started the game world, the game is still amazing. also a good example of the hack and slash world
  65. FirstSpawn
    May 26, 2021
    9
    Одна из моих любимых игр, как и 2-ая часть. Жалко, что после них серия скатилась...
  66. Xankyo
    Jan 5, 2021
    8
    Oldschool hack n slash. Nice story. Good gameplay. Solid puzzles. Cool main character. What more can a player ask for?
  67. BlueCobblestone
    Nov 18, 2021
    9
    Моё ознакомление с этой серией началось со второй части. Будучи в восторге от второй части, я решил попробовать первую. Надо было ведь когда-нибудь...
    Поначалу немного разочаровало отсутствие системы лута, которая была во второй части. Но игра заслуживает 10 баллов!    Моё ознакомление с этой серией началось со второй части. Будучи в восторге от второй части, я решил попробовать первую. Надо было ведь когда-нибудь...
    Поначалу немного разочаровало отсутствие системы лута, которая была во второй части. Но игра заслуживает 10 баллов!
  68. Gliphy
    Oct 7, 2022
    7
    Игра, которая просто НОРМ, но, на мое же удивление, принесла мне массу положительных эмоций. 0.000 оригинальности, зато все хорошо сшито
  69. TCM_Crash
    Mar 2, 2022
    8
    ---{ Graphics }---
    ☐ You forget what reality is
    ☐ Beautiful ☐ Good ☑ Decent ☐ Bad ☐ Don‘t look too long at it ☐ MS-DOS ---{ Gameplay }--- ☐ Very good ☑ Good ☐ It's just gameplay ☐ Mehh ☐ Watch paint dry instead ☐ Just don't ---{ Story }--- ☐ No Story ☐ Some lore ☐ Average ☑ Good ☐ Lovely ☐ It'll replace your life ---{ Game Time }--- ☐ Long enough for a cup of    ---{ Graphics }---
    ☐ You forget what reality is
    ☐ Beautiful
    ☐ Good
    ☑ Decent
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ Don‘t look too long at it
    ☐ MS-DOS

    ---{ Gameplay }---
    ☐ Very good
    ☑ Good
    ☐ It's just gameplay
    ☐ Mehh
    ☐ Watch paint dry instead
    ☐ Just don't

    ---{ Story }---
    ☐ No Story
    ☐ Some lore
    ☐ Average
    ☑ Good
    ☐ Lovely
    ☐ It'll replace your life

    ---{ Game Time }---
    ☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
    ☐ Short
    ☑ Average
    ☐ Long
    ☐ To infinity and beyond

    ---{ Price }---
    ☐ It's free!
    ☐ Worth the price
    ☑ If it's on sale
    ☐ If u have some spare money left
    ☐ Not recommended
    ☐ You could also just burn your money    … Expand
  70. The_D4RknesS
    Aug 2, 2022
    8
    GOD OF WAR computer because everything remembers him, executions, After-kill spells, Environment, combat, Quick time events, and so on.

    Biggest problem in the game and only the high difficulty of both puzzles and enemies
  71. Nekrips
    Nov 19, 2022
    8
    A dynamic, brutal slasher with pathos, cool characters, a good plot, and various puzzles.
    The main character looks as cool as possible. The main character looks as cool as possible. He also has an interesting arsenal and skills, including transforming into a giant demonic monster. All this can be upgraded over time.
    Bosses also look cool and require appropriate tactics. The plot has    A dynamic, brutal slasher with pathos, cool characters, a good plot, and various puzzles.
    The main character looks as cool as possible. The main character looks as cool as possible. He also has an interesting arsenal and skills, including transforming into a giant demonic monster. All this can be upgraded over time.
    Bosses also look cool and require appropriate tactics.
    The plot has nothing to do with the Bible and is based on the comic book of the same name. It is interesting to follow the development of history. The game's graphic is also made in comic style and looks decent.
    The game is filled with a variety of puzzles and secrets that are in each location. Sometimes it is quite not easy to pass them.
    As a result, the game turned out to be a cool and fun slasher.    … Expand
  72. HonASim1
    Feb 2, 2023
    9
    Игра крутая и классная. Кроме графики, если бы графику подтянули и сделали Remake Возможно поставил бы 10 из 10
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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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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
  1. 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]
  2. 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]
  3. 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.
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