Dark Void

 Xbox 360
Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 58 out of 69
  3. Negative: 7 out of 69
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  1. Game Revolution
    42
    Dark Void may be the most aptly named game to ever be released - with a half-dozen good concepts sucked in, alas, never to be seen again. It ranks even lower than last year's Bionic Commando in Capcom's list of franchises that had promise but turned out to be no fun to play. A little more fluidity, polish and thought would have made a big difference for this game, as it stands though, Dark aVoid this one.
  2. Gamer Limit
    45
    Dark Void suffers from poor execution that prevents its interesting blend of unique gameplay styles from ever forming anything cohesive enough to be considered an enjoyable experience. It’s truly the first big flop of 2010.
  3. GameShark
    42
    From glitches to repetitive dog-fights and long stretches sans jet-pack, there is always something to ruin your fun as you trudge toward a wholly disappointing boss-battle and an inconclusive, patchwork ending.
  5. Gaming Age
    42
    Overall, Dark Void was a definite disappointment, but at the same time it's completely playable.
  6. ActionTrip
    39
    In the end, it's not a question of taste or player skill. Dark Void is filled from top to bottom with lousy design choices, technical flaws and overall crappy and uninteresting gameplay mechanics.
  7. Destructoid
    35
    Dreary and annoying in equal parts, this is a game best left avoided.
  8. Wired
    40
    Even though some stages (like the penultimate aerial battle) felt like they lasted forever and ever, Dark Void is a pretty short game with an anticlimactic ending that does little more than set up a sequel.

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#76 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2010

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User Score
5.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 74 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 74
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 74
  3. Negative: 25 out of 74
  1. JorgW.
    Jan 27, 2010
    8
    This game has taken a beating in critic's reviews; a bunch of little problems can add up to be sure but the game has been judged against This game has taken a beating in critic's reviews; a bunch of little problems can add up to be sure but the game has been judged against some incredibly tough standards like AC II and Uncharted II. When you get down to it, the jetpack is fun...lots of fun. The ground levels are dull but get fun once you realize that cover is not always the best, or most satisfying, way to fight. Baseline: It has problems, it's fun. Rent it.… Full Review »
  2. FatherDoom
    Aug 20, 2012
    8
    Wow this game got robbed in reviews. I was really hesitant about getting this game because of the rating. I gotta tell I was pleasantlyWow this game got robbed in reviews. I was really hesitant about getting this game because of the rating. I gotta tell I was pleasantly surprised. It has GOW third person cover system and familiar sounds. Spec Ops voice actor, and its combat is three dimensional. It has flying too. Sure its not a perfect game but what is.… Full Review »
  3. ValerieB
    Jan 20, 2010
    10
    Best sci-fi game that I have played in a while. Hi-jacking the UFO feels and looks awesome. I am buying a copy for my friends and would Best sci-fi game that I have played in a while. Hi-jacking the UFO feels and looks awesome. I am buying a copy for my friends and would recommend it to anyone! Best money spent in a while!!!… Full Review »
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