Dark Cards

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Dark Cards is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Pixel Cattle Games and was released on September 9, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Dark Cards" is a card game where you battle opponents by building a deck. In this game you are a debt collector, and face a strange race in the universe and start a crazy adventure.

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

story3 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a unique mechanic where players can flip cards from both their own and their opponent's decks, adding an interesting tactical element.
There is potential for fun and engaging gameplay, especially for those who enjoy card battlers with a story focus.
The developers have a history of creating enjoyable games, and this one has a silly, surreal vibe that may appeal to fans of their previous titles.

The game suffers from slow pacing and tedious battles, making it feel boring and drawn out.
There are significant balance issues, with some cards being overpowered, and the game feels unfinished with poor performance and bugs.
The tutorial is lacking, making it difficult for players to understand the mechanics, and the overall aesthetic and story may not resonate with everyone.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a silly, surreal sci-fi vibe and is notably more story-driven than previous titles in the series, appealing to those interested in lore. However, some players found the aesthetic and narrative unappealing, viewing it as a matter of personal preference. Overall, the humorous storyline crafted from the game's visuals received positive recognition.
- “Major kudos to them for crafting a funny storyline out of the visual assets; it was awesome!”
- “The game has a bit of a silly, surreal, sci-fi vibe and it is much more story-focused than their other games. I always wanted the story and lore for their blood card games, and if you are down for the more strange and silly approach, it may be for you.”
- “The game has a bit of a silly, surreal, sci-fi vibe and it is much more story-focused than their other games. If you enjoy a quirky narrative, this might be the game for you.”
- “The game has a bit of a silly, surreal, sci-fi vibe and it is much more story-focused than their other games. I always wanted the story and lore for their blood card games; however, I did not really like this one's aesthetic or story. That is purely personal preference, but if you are down for the more strange and silly approach, it may be for you.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is engaging and features a unique twist with face-down card play, making it a solid card battler. However, the presence of overpowered cards, such as "mask," can disrupt balance and lead to unchallenging victories. Overall, while the mechanics are enjoyable, they may require adjustments to enhance competitive fairness.
- “It is a decent card battler with a fun twist on the mechanics, featuring a board where both players' decks are played face down.”
- “The mechanics are pretty fun and solid, although there are some blatantly broken cards like 'Mask' that can easily carry you through a whole game or run with almost no effort.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are described as having a silly, surreal, and sci-fi vibe, which aligns with its story-focused approach. However, opinions on the aesthetic are mixed, with some players finding it unappealing and not resonating with their personal preferences. Overall, while the visuals may appeal to those who enjoy a quirky style, they may not satisfy everyone.
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the funny storyline crafted from its visual assets, others find the reliance on juvenile jokes—such as the main character being labeled a 'pervert'—to be overused and lacking originality. Overall, the comedic elements may appeal to some, but they also risk feeling outdated and unfunny to others.
- “Major kudos though for them crafting a funny storyline out of the visual assets, it was awesome lol”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often exacerbated by poor performance issues like delayed dialogue and unresponsive scrolling. This leads to a frustrating experience where repetitive tasks feel unnecessarily prolonged.
- “The performance of the game is generally poor, with dialogue having odd delays and not scrolling fluidly. Other choices feel tedious and time-wasting, such as resetting a board by turning over one piece.”
- “Grinding in this game is a chore; it feels like I'm just going through the motions without any real progress.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is criticized for its poor performance, characterized by delayed dialogue and unresponsive scrolling, which detracts from the overall experience and makes certain actions feel tedious and time-consuming.
- “The performance of the game is generally poor, with dialogue having odd delays and not scrolling fluidly. Other choices feel tedious and time-wasting, such as resetting a board by turning over just one piece.”
- “The optimization in this game is lacking, leading to frustrating delays and a lack of fluidity in dialogue and interactions.”
- “Overall, the game's performance suffers from significant optimization issues, making simple tasks feel unnecessarily cumbersome.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been consistently described as annoying by users, indicating a negative reception in this aspect.
- “The music was really annoying.”
- “The music was really annoying.”