Dark Honor™

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Dark Honor™ is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by MordeSu studio and was released on November 20, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Dark Honor immerses you in a dark fantasy world where you play as a lone warrior seeking vengeance against a brutal Samurai tribe. Master an advanced combat system in intense battles and epic boss fights that demand precision and strategy. Explore haunting environments filled with secrets and face challenges that test your skills.

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Single-Player

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65%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features high-quality graphics and an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
The combat system is engaging and challenging, providing a rewarding experience for players who enjoy Souls-like games.
The story is compelling, with well-developed characters and a rich narrative that draws players into the game's world.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, including issues with keybinding and character movement.
Many players find the level design lacking, with maps feeling linear and devoid of exploration opportunities.
The AI and enemy mechanics are poorly implemented, leading to frustrating encounters and unbalanced boss fights.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay received mixed reviews, with some players praising its intricate mechanics and rewarding combat system, while others criticized it for being rough, featuring poorly designed levels, and having frustrating bugs, particularly with the flying mechanic.
- “The gameplay is a masterpiece in itself.”
- “From sword strikes to dodging mechanics and intense boss fights, every element is crafted to deliver a sense of accomplishment after each victory.”
- “The gameplay was terrible and rough; the enemies were either way too easy or just flat-out annoying, and the level design overall was some of the worst I've ever seen.”
- “Lastly, the flying mechanic is extremely bugged. If you try to draw your sword while flying, it prevents all movements, which was awful timing as I was floating next to an enemy who got to kill me without any struggle.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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The story is highlighted as a standout feature of the game, with users praising the remarkable attention to detail in the lore, where every ruin and battlefield contributes to a rich narrative experience. However, some players noted the absence of a traditional story.
- “The story is one of the game’s standout features.”
- “☐ no story”
- “Story and lore”
- “The attention to detail is astounding—every ruin, every blood-stained battlefield tells a story of its own.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by its dark, immersive lighting and shadow effects, complemented by evocative sound design. Players appreciate the rich storytelling conveyed through cryptic NPCs, atmospheric environments, and detailed item descriptions, all contributing to a sense of betrayal and hope in a crumbling world. Overall, the combination of graphics, sound, and narrative elements creates a highly engaging and atmospheric experience.
- “The lighting and shadows amplify the game’s dark, immersive atmosphere.”
- “Through cryptic NPCs, atmospheric environments, and detailed item descriptions, the game weaves a tale of betrayal, redemption, and a crumbling world grasping for hope.”
- “The sound design elevates the atmosphere even further.”
- “The graphics and atmosphere feel underwhelming and fail to immerse the player.”
- “The sound design elevates the atmosphere even further, but it still lacks depth.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are consistently praised for their high quality, contributing significantly to the overall atmosphere of the game.
- “The graphics are of high quality, creating a stunning visual experience.”
- “The graphics and atmosphere work together beautifully to immerse players in the game world.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its significant stability issues, with players reporting numerous bugs that hinder gameplay, particularly after the tutorial. Many users find it unplayable due to these persistent glitches, especially in the early chapters.
- “And how does this buggy mess qualify as a game of 'treacherous environments'?”
- “The game is so buggy you can't play the first chapter after the tutorial if you die (souls experience )”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game excels in its emotional impact through well-developed characters, particularly the protagonist, whose compelling backstories resonate with players. Additionally, the epic soundtrack enhances the overall emotional experience, further immersing players in the narrative.
- “The characters, especially the protagonist, are deeply fleshed out with compelling backstories that draw you in emotionally.”
- “The soundtrack is nothing short of epic, adding an emotional depth to your experience.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its epic quality, enhancing emotional depth and tension throughout the experience. The haunting soundtrack intensifies during key moments, while subtle ambient sounds contribute to a constant sense of unease.
- “The soundtrack is nothing short of epic, adding an emotional depth to your experience.”
- “The haunting soundtrack swells during climactic moments, and the subtle ambient noises, like the distant clank of armor or the whispers of unseen foes, keep you constantly on edge.”