Dark Fable

About

Dark Fable is a single-player fantasy sports game with approximately 2 hours of playtime. Explore five unique islands, valleys, magical forests, and glassy seas as you battle bright sorceresses, free your friends, and seek revenge against Tir-na-Nog for the evil desecration of your father's house. Defeat the four sorceresses to restore peace and justice to your world.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

story5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique air hockey adaptation with magical elements, providing a different gameplay experience.
The artwork and graphics are visually appealing, with some nice character designs and animations.
The game can be entertaining for those looking to kill time, especially with its adult content and humorous elements.

Gameplay is frustrating due to unresponsive controls, poor hit detection, and a reliance on luck rather than skill.
Many players experience technical issues, including the game failing to launch or freezing during setup.
The writing and voice acting are criticized for being repetitive and lacking depth, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The gameplay is described as a mix of enjoyable and frustrating elements; while some players appreciate its humor and variety, others find it overly reliant on luck and lacking in depth, particularly criticizing the underutilization of the clothing damage mechanic. Overall, it offers a fun experience for casual play but can be frustrating for those seeking more skill-based challenges.
- “A cool and funny game for your genre, played a couple of hours, a great time killer. The variety of the game is pleasing, and the gameplay is great. I advise everyone to try it!”
- “Cool gameplay”
- “Gameplay is seriously frustrating, mostly based on luck rather than good reaction.”
- “The gameplay, even on easy mode, is frustrating.”
- “The clothing damage mechanic is completely underutilized.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
50%
The game's story is generally perceived as weak and lacking depth, with some players noting it only engages for a short time. While there are humorous elements and amusing endings, the overall narrative is considered simplistic and not particularly immersive. However, the diverse locations and missions provide some entertainment value.
- “Very interesting game, funny endings with villains, cool story.”
- “Well, for the rest, cartoon islands, funny trolls and a simple, but cute story can help pass the couple of hours.”
- “Very interesting locations, many different missions and the whole game is very interesting.”
- “Hmm... there is somewhat of a story, but it is rather weak.”
- “The plot feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving the story feeling flat and uninteresting.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of funny storylines, jokes, and amusing characters, such as goblins and trolls, which contribute to an entertaining experience. Players appreciate the comedic elements woven into the gameplay, including humorous endings and lighthearted interactions, making it a fun choice for those looking to enjoy a whimsical adventure. Overall, the game successfully blends adult content with humor, providing a unique and enjoyable experience.
- “A cool and funny game for your genre, played a couple of hours, a great time killing, pleases the variety of the game, great gameplay, the girls in the game also pleased. I advise everyone!”
- “Very interesting game, funny endings with villains, cool story.”
- “Well, for the rest, cartoon islands, funny trolls and a simple, but cute story can help pass a couple of hours.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the visuals and find them appealing, others express disappointment with the artwork and consider it average. Overall, the consensus suggests that the graphics are decent but not exceptional.
- “Pretty game, the graphics are good.”
- “The artwork is disappointing and the gameplay isn't very good.”
- “I'm not quite fond of the artwork either, even if it has been patched.”
- “The graphics are just normal.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is generally considered average, with some reviewers noting it as surprisingly good and contributing to a pleasant atmosphere. While it may be described as budget-level, it effectively complements the game's setting, enhancing the overall experience.
- “However, the art is nice, although the animation is not, and the music is surprisingly good.”
- “There is also a very pleasant unobtrusive musical arrangement, and a wonderful atmosphere of a dark tower, oh, sorry, the castle.”
- “Music is pretty average.”
- “To summarize, a fairly good budget air hockey-like game with some budget anime art, budget music, and budget controls.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a captivating blend of a dark castle setting and a subtle, pleasant musical arrangement that enhances the overall experience.
- “There is also a very pleasant, unobtrusive musical arrangement, and a wonderful atmosphere of a dark tower—oh, sorry, the castle.”