Darksiders Genesis

 Switch
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. Universo Nintendo
    Mar 5, 2020
    90
    Darksiders Genesis is an awesome introduction to the franchise, with a fluid gameplay, well-drawn stages, great replayability, awesome soundtrack and voice acting that help to build characters full of personality. It has a few flaws but they aren't enough to hinder the gaming experience.
  2. Switch Player
    Feb 27, 2020
    80
    Darksiders Genesis is a wildly different game to Darksiders I and II, and is nowhere near as competent with its design. It is, however, a hell of a lot of fun, with the inclusion of co-op being a standout feature. Paying £350 for the Nephilim Edition is a massive stretch, though.
  3. NintendoWorldReport
    Feb 24, 2020
    80
    Darksiders Genesis takes most of what you love about the Darksiders games and gives them a fresh spin. While I do wish that it had maintained the unified world of its mainline brethren, the adventure is thrilling from beginning to end. The Switch port itself certainly has some rough spots, but is overall still a solid way to experience Darksiders Genesis. An oddly hidden mission reward system and horrible map may cause some confusion, but the music and character dialogue are all superb. Fans of the Darksiders franchise will almost certainly find enjoyment here and newcomers can feel at ease knowing that they don’t need to play the previous entries to enjoy this one.
  5. Jeuxvideo.com
    Feb 20, 2020
    80
    Darksiders Genesis perfectly mixes Action-RPG and puzzle platformer mechanics, delivering an experience closer to Darksiders 1 than Diablo, and doubles the fun featuring a local/online coop mode.
  6. Hobby Consolas
    Feb 17, 2020
    80
    It looks like Diablo, it plays like God of War, what Darksiders do we have? An original and enjoyable one, with some attractive ideas that now arrive to consoles with a good port, event if it has with some problems (on Switch runs at 30 fps, some problems loading textures...). Regardless, it's an enjoyable hack'n slash playing alone or coop.
  7. God is a Geek
    Feb 16, 2020
    80
    Despite losing a little of the polish the other console versions enjoy, Darksiders: Genesis on the Switch feels just as satisfying to play.
  8. Gameplanet
    Feb 24, 2020
    75
    Darksiders Genesis is a welcome addition to a solid franchise and does a good job at expanding on the universe. Despite the shift in camera perspective, the game retains its signature blend of combat, puzzles and platforming and is a joy to play. Small issues like a woeful map and occasional bugs get in the way of the action a little, but the addition of co-op and the excellent gameplay more than makes up for any shortfalls. Genesis is a must-play for fans of the series and those looking for some solid action on the Switch.
  9. Nintenderos
    Feb 24, 2020
    75
    Despite being a spin-off and switching to an isometric view, this game maintains the essence of the main saga by combining its great artistic design and its action, platforms, puzzles and exploration. It is a very fun and replayable title.

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 45 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 45
  3. Negative: 7 out of 45
  1. StrikerXL
    Feb 16, 2020
    5
    I bought the game physically for 34,99 euro and it’s just ok. If you are expecting the quality of the first remastered game in combinationI bought the game physically for 34,99 euro and it’s just ok. If you are expecting the quality of the first remastered game in combination with some Diablo 3 gameplay, you’re in for a disappointing experience!

    The gameplay lacks depth and you don’t feel your making any impact when slaying monster and demons. Shooting and melee attacks just feel hollow. Boss fights are just boring.

    The level are cosmetically big and only extend the playtime. Also the map is really cumbersome and the interface just plain boring the too look at!

    The overall look and feel of the game is mediocre/dull. The game graphics on the Switch are just passable. The voice-acting is well done and the cutscenes have refined comic-book feel to it.

    My advice spend your money on something else!    … Full Review »
  2. duedelhausen
    Feb 15, 2020
    8
    I am satisfied with the implementation. The game is fun, runs smoothly and the price / performance ratio is good.
  3. Xs
    Feb 15, 2020
    10
    I bought Darksiders yesterday. It is amazing. It is so good I created an account on here just to spread the word. It reminds me of God of WarI bought Darksiders yesterday. It is amazing. It is so good I created an account on here just to spread the word. It reminds me of God of War one and two the most. It has a fixed camera like this games. It is nothing like Diablo though it looks like it. The combat system is deep. The puzzles are fun.… Full Review »
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