Darksiders

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 408 Ratings

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  1. RTCWFAN
    Jun 20, 2023
    9
    The first Darksiders game had nearly everything. A strong fighting system, nice puzzles and great RPG elements.Overall rating: 8.7.
  2. SebbyMakesMusic
    May 10, 2023
    6
    This game, like too many well-regarded games from this time, is both addicting and absolutely frustrating. The hack and slash gameplay is clearly the selling point along with the apocalyptic comic-style visuals and story. The gameplay mechanics do work pretty decently in a God of War type manner, and the characters did have a good amount of detail put into them. The environments leave aThis game, like too many well-regarded games from this time, is both addicting and absolutely frustrating. The hack and slash gameplay is clearly the selling point along with the apocalyptic comic-style visuals and story. The gameplay mechanics do work pretty decently in a God of War type manner, and the characters did have a good amount of detail put into them. The environments leave a little bit to be desired.

    A lot of the areas border between seeming inspired and formulaic, and that's a lot of my take-away here. I don't like being forced into arena settings when the objectives are occasionally more nuanced than the controls. I don't like fighting droves of tanky flying enemies when they have frequent ranged attacks that aren't stuttered by my incredibly weak ranged attack. It's needlessly time consuming and makes angels look insufferable compared to demons. To say it's a game made by gamers for gamers is to say it isn't actually all that inviting unless you're addicted to game mechanics and art direction is enough to get you by.

    I don't mean to be needlessly harsh, but then again, the angels in this game sure do, so screw em. The wrath abilities aren't very evenly useful either.

    Honestly, it's not a bad game, but it also feels a little too aged for its year. The story doesn't really do anything for me past "oh cool, they let the character do that. Well, it'd be disappointing if he didn't, I suppose." It's like "hey, here's some cool demon stuff." If that's good enough for you, try it out. I personally feel like the story doesn't give enough rationalization or relatable characterization, making some of the creatures who interact with you kind of just seem like dicks, including the guy who follows you around, berating you when you mess up. Whoever thought that was an enjoyable choice for a video game probably has emotional issues. lol

    The cross blade has an animation like it's grinding through enemies' insides, but how little damage it does against angels makes me feel like I'm using a fidget spinner on a gang of bullies.    … Expand
  3. JrDouble
    Dec 7, 2022
    8
    Solid game overall with some frustrating puzzles and some minor issues with controls in a few spots. Very basic hack and slash combat and fun for a playthrough.
  4. atyoukha
    Aug 12, 2022
    10
    This was one of the first games I got for ps3 and it was amazing. the action, story, overall art style was great. I kept wanting to play more, solve puzzles, and advance to see what would happen next. I highly recommend this.
  5. HuevoAlce
    Jun 27, 2022
    7
    Darksiders is a fun, albeit simple, game that you can possibly beat in a weekend.
  6. INU4SH4
    Jun 22, 2020
    6
    I probably played this game in 2011 or 2012 and never really liked it. The gameplay felt like a ripoff of God of War and nothing about it felt unique or innovative. It was also painfully easy and the story wasn't memorable. I especially did not like the cliff-hanger ending.

    It's still a decent game for fans of the genre and conceptually it isn't bad. It's not very long so it doesn't    I probably played this game in 2011 or 2012 and never really liked it. The gameplay felt like a ripoff of God of War and nothing about it felt unique or innovative. It was also painfully easy and the story wasn't memorable. I especially did not like the cliff-hanger ending.

    It's still a decent game for fans of the genre and conceptually it isn't bad. It's not very long so it doesn't feel like wasted time. It's just one of those games that you enjoy playing but doesn't do anything special.    … Expand
  7. Professorfett
    Aug 27, 2018
    9
    People may hear that I tend to dig the sequel to games more than the original. I have to say after beating Darksiders this game is better but not completely. Darksiders 2 doesn't have a story to it really it is way more gameplay based. Darksiders start out with story and the becomes very focused on gameplay and the last third of the game ends with a **** bang. I dug the ever living ****People may hear that I tend to dig the sequel to games more than the original. I have to say after beating Darksiders this game is better but not completely. Darksiders 2 doesn't have a story to it really it is way more gameplay based. Darksiders start out with story and the becomes very focused on gameplay and the last third of the game ends with a **** bang. I dug the ever living **** out of this game. I hear how people compare it to Zelda and I can see that but I honestly think this is like a more grown up, less buggier version of Zelda. I'm not trying to pick a fight with Zelda fans I haven't played a Zelda since the Gamecube so maybe they fixed the gameplay problems. Darksiders isn't without sin, it has it's problems, mostly dealing with the lock on mechanics, and the fact they give you a gun that is so **** worthless I wonder why they even chose to give it to me. Darksiders is about War (the horseman of the apocalypse) being framed for destroying humanity and him basically killing every demon to clear his name. It is a simple revenge story but done so, so well. The game is in a nutshell a adventure hack n slash game, you get to fight extremely big demons and do puzzles; it is all done extremely well. I'll admit I wasn't patient enough with some of the puzzles that I did look them up but that is because I am a lazy gamer I won't lie. This game has the perfect amount of challenge to it where if you **** up you will die but if you pay attention and be on your toes you will be a bad ass mother ****er. The game has a fantastic ending and Mark Hamill and this **** demon constantly tormenting you is like the cherry on top. I will say the game isn't as story filled as I might lead you to believe there is a large amount of no talking at all but that is filled with just fun gameplay of killing demon scum. I would recommend this to most everyone this game has the right mixture of open world and keeping you on a linear path. It has some annoying fights but I can't dog on it for my lack of skill. I have to give this a BUY.… Expand
  8. danbooke2001
    Oct 19, 2017
    8
    Not sure why it took me until 2017 to play this game. Since the re-release of the game on PS4 and Xbox One, I thought it was as good as time as any to pick this game up on the cheap for last gen consoles. After playing through both the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions, I can confidently say that the PS3 version is the version you should get should you own both consoles and are looking to playNot sure why it took me until 2017 to play this game. Since the re-release of the game on PS4 and Xbox One, I thought it was as good as time as any to pick this game up on the cheap for last gen consoles. After playing through both the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions, I can confidently say that the PS3 version is the version you should get should you own both consoles and are looking to play this game. For my first play through I thought it was a bit long for an action game, but once you have gone through it once, multiple play throughs are a breeze. It took me about 20 hours my first time playing and the second well under 13 hours.

    This is a pretty straight forward hack and slash action game with minimal RPG elements thrown in. I never felt lost at any point in the game, which is nice to be able to have the feeling of always progressing in a game rather than stuck for hours in one spot. Trophies are easily obtained and I am sure the platinum could be earned in at least 2 play throughs.

    After this game has been out for quite some time, I still found it extremely fun to play, even years later. However, if you have an Xbox One or PS4, I would pick it up there as it is more responsive and buttery smooth at 60 fps.    … Expand
  9. Steide56
    Aug 28, 2017
    8
    You know... as far as 3rd person action adventures go this one is actually kind of underrated. Yes it owes a LOT of its identity to the legend of zelda franchise but by recreating it faithfully and adding hack and slash elements in a post-apocalyptic environment it creates quite the absorbing gaming experience. Not a Masterpiece but a fun game that I can wholeheartedly recommend
  10. MiguelNeto
    Jan 3, 2017
    9
    Darksiders é mais um bom jogo de Hack and Slash, com bons graficos, um historia bem interessante, nós controlamos um dos Cavaleiros do Apocalypse, War, que é um personagem temido por anjos e demonios, tem uma boa jogabilidade, é um jogo que pegou elementos de Devil May Cry, God of War e etc, mais ele usa muito bem esses elementos, a trilha sonora é legal, o jogo pode ser um pouco cansativoDarksiders é mais um bom jogo de Hack and Slash, com bons graficos, um historia bem interessante, nós controlamos um dos Cavaleiros do Apocalypse, War, que é um personagem temido por anjos e demonios, tem uma boa jogabilidade, é um jogo que pegou elementos de Devil May Cry, God of War e etc, mais ele usa muito bem esses elementos, a trilha sonora é legal, o jogo pode ser um pouco cansativo em alguns momentos, Darksiders é um excelente jogo, que vale muito a pena jogar, ainda mais com essa nova remasterizaçao que teve, que foi muito elogiada. Nota 9.0… Expand
  11. TyDN
    Jun 25, 2016
    9
    This game is like god of war but a little better in my opinion. It avoided hype and you can enjoy a wonderful action filled story.Weapons are unique and levels are well designed
  12. tsakiym
    May 18, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.................................… Expand
  13. KoolBeans21
    Oct 25, 2014
    8
    I bougth this game a year later after the release when the price seemed reasonable, I really liked this game. As people I have heard describe it, "it's like Legend of Zelda meets God of War". That's the best way to put it.
  14. bigboss1964
    Oct 10, 2014
    3
    Darksiders

    Game-play:This game have the typical hack n slash game play with nothing new or interesting,very slow game play and you very quick will get board.The game tries really hard to be hack n slash and RPG but it fails in both. Story:Boring.The characters are coming from nowhere and it is like the game expects from you to know them. Graphics:Mediocre graphics little better    Darksiders

    Game-play:This game have the typical hack n slash game play with nothing new or interesting,very slow game play and you very quick will get board.The game tries really hard to be hack n slash and RPG but it fails in both.

    Story:Boring.The characters are coming from nowhere and it is like the game expects from you to know them.

    Graphics:Mediocre graphics little better than most ps2 games.

    Notes:The only thing in this game that do not suck is the puzzles the game have really good puzzles and some games could take example of the puzzles here,the game is to easy even in the hardest difficulty level,the level design is crap.Do not buy this game not even in a 70% price drop.    … Expand
  15. AndyClimax
    Oct 2, 2014
    7
    Jack of all trades and master of none, Darksiders borrows heavily from well-loved franchises like Zelda (and even Portal towards the end) but still manages to craft its own identity. Surprisingly long and challenging, it's a fine effort for a new IP.
  16. King_Angusii
    Feb 26, 2014
    5
    I was disappointed to be honest. This game is nothing more than a button masher. The storyline is definitely original but not captivating, it's easy to forget about. It's a good game if you've had a hard day and feel like sitting down and mashing some buttons, but there's little skill involved in it. Zero replay value.
  17. the_blueprint
    Dec 17, 2013
    4
    I didn't care for this game. The graphics are decent, nothing more. The world didn't feel engaging and never felt "real". The combat is restricted to one button and that gets repetitive. The platforming was and puzzles are less then standard. The game never seems to have a face either. It looks and feels like there's 13 in a dozen of these games.
  18. janeausten69
    May 3, 2013
    10
    I have just recently come back to gaming after a 10 year hiatus. I was always a Nintendo kid growing up, but I'm not a fan of the Wii so I got a PS3. This game is the closest thing to a Zelda game that I have been able to find. I absolutely loved it! I thought the story was good and the ending leaves itself open to sequels. I hope they make a game for each horseman. The puzzles wereI have just recently come back to gaming after a 10 year hiatus. I was always a Nintendo kid growing up, but I'm not a fan of the Wii so I got a PS3. This game is the closest thing to a Zelda game that I have been able to find. I absolutely loved it! I thought the story was good and the ending leaves itself open to sequels. I hope they make a game for each horseman. The puzzles were fun, if not a little too easy, and the fighting is amazing!… Expand
  19. Syriamn
    Oct 25, 2012
    7
    This game is a lot of fun. Only lacks originality because it's a copy of what is the Zelda and God of War combined. And both of these (especially Zelda) are way better. Never the less it's fun to play. Money and time well spent in my opinion.
  20. EphemSyn
    Oct 3, 2012
    7
    Darksiders is just like any other God of War knock off, poorly done. Darksiders is without a doubt a repetitive game that you might not even come back for a third, or maybe even second, time to play. One great thing about Darksiders is the story. The story isn't much to begin with but once you meet other characters you'll learn more about Darksiders story and what it has to offer.Darksiders is just like any other God of War knock off, poorly done. Darksiders is without a doubt a repetitive game that you might not even come back for a third, or maybe even second, time to play. One great thing about Darksiders is the story. The story isn't much to begin with but once you meet other characters you'll learn more about Darksiders story and what it has to offer. Darksiders does a good time the first time around but after awhile is stalls and you start to realize it's faults. Darksiders doesn't fail as a clone of LoZ or GoW but it still has much to learn if it wishes to be like it's inspirations.… Expand
  21. hollowfication
    Aug 24, 2012
    10
    i bought this game its not bad i thought all time it was out it be crap game but it best game i ever played stories got me sucked into it like other game before
  22. zamieo
    Jul 1, 2012
    6
    The game is pretty decent. The graphics are decent, the gameplay is decent, the story is decent, the voice acting is decent. Overall it's a decent game. But the game just doesn't give me anything. I play for long stretches at a time, not feeling anything in particular. It's a game that can kill time, but not much more than that. War feels kinda clunky and slow (which is reasonable, seeingThe game is pretty decent. The graphics are decent, the gameplay is decent, the story is decent, the voice acting is decent. Overall it's a decent game. But the game just doesn't give me anything. I play for long stretches at a time, not feeling anything in particular. It's a game that can kill time, but not much more than that. War feels kinda clunky and slow (which is reasonable, seeing as he weighs a couple hundred pounds at least) and running around feels annoying because of that slowness (I also don't understand the fact that you have to wait for half-a-second to use the R1 Charge...). As usual in these hack-and-slash games, you aren't awarded nearly as many souls (the currency in the game) or weapon experience (you can level the weapons up) that you should.

    Overall, as I've said before, it's a decent game, but I think it lacks the small details that make a great, or even a good game, like War's speed and mobility, the amount of souls and experience received, the fact that in reality, you only really need to use the sword and that the rest of the weapons are pretty useless, also it could've probably gotten a 7 if the music was decent or made it's present heard because you can play for hours with there being close to no music at all, which is a strange decision since it would have added to the atmosphere.    … Expand
  23. NickGillen
    Jun 10, 2012
    3
    This has to be one of the most overhyped games of recent times. Combat is restricted to one button, with a minimum amount of combos achieved by pressing square (or x) one, two, three or four times. Enemies are extremely repetitive and boss fights completely unspectacular. The main character War is lacking personality and the environment is both graphically poor and not fun to traverse. TheThis has to be one of the most overhyped games of recent times. Combat is restricted to one button, with a minimum amount of combos achieved by pressing square (or x) one, two, three or four times. Enemies are extremely repetitive and boss fights completely unspectacular. The main character War is lacking personality and the environment is both graphically poor and not fun to traverse. The only redeeming quality of this game is the somewhat enjoyable story, but it is not enough to warrant a purchase, let alone a rent.… Expand
  24. selkies
    Apr 23, 2012
    10
    The more one plays this game, the more they will realize that it is a molding of games that were fantastic on their own, and in turn make this game fantastic. Most notable influences are games like Zelda, Devil May Cry, and God of War. The game is extremely fun and addicting, with amazing visuals. The game never gets boring; each boss killed yields a new awesome execution kill move thatThe more one plays this game, the more they will realize that it is a molding of games that were fantastic on their own, and in turn make this game fantastic. Most notable influences are games like Zelda, Devil May Cry, and God of War. The game is extremely fun and addicting, with amazing visuals. The game never gets boring; each boss killed yields a new awesome execution kill move that you've never seen before. I literally said "Holy **** out loud every time War completely obliterated something. There are only a couple of very small things I found wrong with this game, but they are minute and don't negatively affect gameplay. Amazing game, must-play.… Expand
  25. Tokyochuchu
    Apr 1, 2012
    6
    On the surface, Darksiders is an excellent game. It has good graphics, phenomenal art design, a well scripted and acted plot, descent combat, memorable bosses and some fiendish puzzles. Why then only a 6, I hear you cry... Despite all these attributes, Darksiders just didn't float my boat. I think, ultimately, it was the fact that the game is, from start to finish, one LONG dungeon crawl.On the surface, Darksiders is an excellent game. It has good graphics, phenomenal art design, a well scripted and acted plot, descent combat, memorable bosses and some fiendish puzzles. Why then only a 6, I hear you cry... Despite all these attributes, Darksiders just didn't float my boat. I think, ultimately, it was the fact that the game is, from start to finish, one LONG dungeon crawl. You can argue that the overworld isn't a dungeon and changes up things a bit... But that's just a disguise. You still fight your way through the overworld in exactly the same way as you do in the dungeons. There are no towns or NPC's to randomly chat with. Only the dungeon. Lot's of fingers point towards the likes of Metroid and Zelda as inspirations, and whilst this is undoubtedly true, the sad fact is that Darksiders isn't as well designed or made as either of those franchises. That said, if you can bear the idea of an endless dungeon slog, or the notion of a solid-yet-inferior Metroid / Zelda hybrid truly appeals to you... Darksiders might well be the game for you.… Expand
  26. One_SIC_Ma666ot
    Mar 24, 2012
    10
    Flawless tale. Awaiting theFlawless tale. Awaiting the sequel.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------… Expand
  27. VaderHater01
    Mar 13, 2012
    10
    This is an all out wonderful game. I remembering the trailers on online and thinking this game is gonna be badass and it was. I had no prior knowledge of the game and bought it based off what looked to be good. I fell in love with the game the moment i started playing, amazing story, beautiful graphics, great game play and great acting. Mark Hamill as the watcher only made love the gameThis is an all out wonderful game. I remembering the trailers on online and thinking this game is gonna be badass and it was. I had no prior knowledge of the game and bought it based off what looked to be good. I fell in love with the game the moment i started playing, amazing story, beautiful graphics, great game play and great acting. Mark Hamill as the watcher only made love the game even more. The dungeons in this game a pretty impressive on their own, but puzzle are just mind boggling and make the player want to work harder. The hack and slash combat is so none less then that off God of War. So in a nutshell it's like Legend of zelda and God of War had sex and their baby was Darksiders… Expand
  28. AwesomeGamer
    Mar 6, 2012
    10
    MOST UNDERRATED GAME EVER!!!!!!

    One of the BEST games ever.. Simply AMAZING! The story is really, the characters are really likeable, and the game is FUN,, i recommend this game to EVERYONE!
  29. Mohammad22
    Feb 12, 2012
    10
    Hands down! One of the best games this gen.. The Story is AMAZING!! the main protagonist is badass... I liked this game more than bayonetta and God of War 3 Darksiders is soooo much better than those games The gameplay and the story makes it one of the best games this gen... It a very long game too.. I finished it in 22 hours and the game is semi-open world so it will take you even longerHands down! One of the best games this gen.. The Story is AMAZING!! the main protagonist is badass... I liked this game more than bayonetta and God of War 3 Darksiders is soooo much better than those games The gameplay and the story makes it one of the best games this gen... It a very long game too.. I finished it in 22 hours and the game is semi-open world so it will take you even longer if you looked for collectables and tried to platinum it… Expand
  30. Ps3blaze22
    Feb 12, 2012
    10
    Hands down! One of the best games this gen.. The Story is AMAZING!! the main protagonist is badass... I liked this game more than Devil may cry 4 and God of War 3 !! I dont know why people are saying that Darksiders is a **** game and God of War 3 is better!! To be honest i liked God of War 3 , but Darksiders is soooo much better!! The gameplay and the story makes it one of the best gamesHands down! One of the best games this gen.. The Story is AMAZING!! the main protagonist is badass... I liked this game more than Devil may cry 4 and God of War 3 !! I dont know why people are saying that Darksiders is a **** game and God of War 3 is better!! To be honest i liked God of War 3 , but Darksiders is soooo much better!! The gameplay and the story makes it one of the best games this gen... It a very long game too.. I finished it in 27 hours it will take you less if you didnt explore enough (the game is semi-open world ) it will take you even longer if tried to platinum it… Expand
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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 73 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 73
  3. Negative: 0 out of 73
  1. Play Magazine
    100
    If ever there was a pure gamer’s game, Darksiders is it.
  2. Gamers' Temple
    98
    When viewed as a whole, it is clear that Darksiders was made by skilled developers who truly love video games. If there ever was a game that could be all things to all people and tastes, Darksiders is it.
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  3. IGN AU
    90
    A great action RPG. Solid, ever-evolving combat meets solid, ever-evolving puzzles in some really evocative environments.
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