Dark Maidens

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Dark Maidens is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by ARCHWITCH GAMES LLC and was released on November 2, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Dark Maidens is a side scrolling action game where you fight through hordes of enemies to test your metal against the strongest of foes. It has an advanced combat system in which you can light attack, heavy attack, block, fake out, and dodge. Don't expect an easy win as the enemies fight back!

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Single-Player

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features decent voice acting that adds an edge over other indie titles.
Some players appreciate the character designs and the visual style, especially in the intro screen.
The gameplay is described as fun and challenging, particularly during boss fights.

The combat system is criticized for being one-dimensional and lacking depth.
Graphics are considered poor, with many reviews describing them as amateurish and unappealing.
The game has a dismal public reception, with very low player counts and a lack of compelling reasons to play.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as poorly executed and reminiscent of amateur art, while others praise the visuals for their impressive detail and quality. This stark contrast highlights a significant divide in player perception regarding the game's artistic execution.
- “The graphics are amazing.”
- “Great detail on the artwork.”
- “Great graphics.”
- “In terms of visuals, this features really godawful 'babby's first Wacom tablet' tier art instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “The deplorably bad visuals here come across as an insult to gamers.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players praising the mechanics as great and awesome, while others found them unenjoyable. Overall, the experience varies significantly among players.
- “Great gameplay.”
- “The game mechanics are great.”
- “Awesome gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music aspect of the game has received criticism for its monetization strategy, as players feel pressured to purchase soundtrack DLC on Steam under the guise of supporting the developer, which some describe as digital panhandling.
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack is underwhelming and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- “The music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the overall experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as hit-or-miss, with some moments eliciting genuine laughter, while the pricing strategy is viewed as absurdly comical. Overall, while the game has its funny moments, the pricing has overshadowed the humor for some players.
- “It is also kind of funny at times.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, with users reporting no performance issues during loading, menu navigation, or gameplay.
- “There is no issue with performance when loading the game, navigating the menu, or during gameplay.”