Darksiders Genesis

 Xbox One
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
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  1. Cheat Code Central
    Feb 14, 2020
    74
    Darksiders Genesis isn’t a bad game. It has a lot of potential to it and there are some things it does well. I especially liked the twists to its story. The problem is that it is pretty clear it didn’t get the same level of attention as its predecessors. Elements of its design makes it feel like corners were cut in an effort to get things done as efficiently as possible. This can mean some platforming segments are difficult to get past and a little perhaps the puzzles could have actually been challenging.
  2. MondoXbox
    Feb 13, 2020
    72
    Darksiders: Genesis delivers a varied and entertaining action-RPG experience, with good gameplay and longevity. Some design choices and technical problems keep it from reaching its full potential though, making the experience a bit frustrating and chaotic.
  3. Xbox Achievements
    Feb 18, 2020
    65
    Darksiders: Genesis is a neat concept with a frankly bizarre execution. While the isometric viewpoint is cool during certain scenarios – namely Strife’s twin-stick shooter gameplay – everything else doesn’t really fit, especially the awful platforming. It’s not a bad game, it’s just not a very good one.
  5. New York Daily News
    Mar 10, 2020
    60
    Darksiders Genesis shows us another side of the Darksiders franchise. And even if that side isn’t perfect, it’s definitely good early-2020 fun.

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#53 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2020

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User Score
6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 63 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 63
  3. Negative: 16 out of 63
  1. Xbox_Alive
    Feb 19, 2020
    8
    Darksiders Genesis is an Isometric Hack-and-Slash Twin-Stick Action Adventure. Taking place Before the Events of the other titles Genesis willDarksiders Genesis is an Isometric Hack-and-Slash Twin-Stick Action Adventure. Taking place Before the Events of the other titles Genesis will take you to Hell and back, literally and metaphorically. The story tells the tale of the Seven Seals, and how we got to the events of the first Darksiders. Introducing the Horseman Strife (My favorite of the series) and bringing back the Horseman War in frenetic single-player action allowing the near seamless transition between the two. Summon stones scattered throughout the stages allow you to summon a friend that is also playing to take control of one of the Horsemen in intense Co-Op play. As you progress and explore you'll obtain powerful upgrades and items that are used to both dispatch enemies, and solve puzzles. Blending an isometric twin-stick with the hectic action of the former hack-and-slash titles could not have been an easy task, but the end result is incredible! Fast paced combat with the freedom to explore creates a dual sided experience that shifts semlessly from one to the other. The bosses as always are bigger than life and will crush you fast if you aren't careful! If you lose one Horseman you are instantly reverted to the other, and after a short wait, the other will return with a bit of their life back, but lose both before then and it's lights out, back to the last checkpoint. Easily one of my favorite entries to the aeries Darksiders Genesis is a wonderous treat to behold.… Full Review »
  2. kefka2589
    Dec 25, 2020
    7
    Not great, not bad. Runs great on my XSX. I like the isometric style better than the typical Darksiders gameplay. Good Game Pass game, but notNot great, not bad. Runs great on my XSX. I like the isometric style better than the typical Darksiders gameplay. Good Game Pass game, but not sure how happy I'd be if I had paid $60 for it.… Full Review »
  3. MOLEX3000
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    A continuation to the franchise I love! Great game ! And change of genre! Looking forward to more from darksiders!
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