Dark Riddle: Classic

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Dark Riddle: Classic is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by PAGA GAMES and was released on November 25, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Dark Riddle: Classic is a free first-person adventure thriller featuring an interactive environment and intriguing puzzles. Explore a peculiar city, sneak into a suspicious neighbor's house, and uncover secrets by outsmarting opponents and unlocking doors. Additional items and abilities can be purchased to enhance gameplay and provide new experiences. Support is available for questions and suggestions.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,312 reviews

graphics13 positive mentions

monetization17 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience, reminiscent of the classic version, which many players appreciate.
Graphics and gameplay mechanics are praised for being fantastic and engaging.
Players find the game addictive and fun, with many expressing a desire for more chapters and updates.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with AI behavior and item interactions.
Many players report frustration with the game's difficulty, particularly with puzzles and the AI's ability to detect them.
There are complaints about excessive ads and the need to restart progress after being caught, which detracts from the overall experience.

graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise, with many users noting significant improvements over previous versions and comparing them favorably to other titles like "Hello Neighbor." While some players appreciate the realistic and engaging visuals, a few have pointed out glitches and limitations that detract from the experience. Despite these criticisms, the consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature, contributing to the game's overall enjoyment.
- “The graphics, movements, and everything is just fantastic.”
- “Its amazing game and the graphics are too much real thank you to make this game.”
- “Best game ever played and especially graphics were the best of this game. I am thanking you a lot for making this game.”
- “Boring and graphics are bad.”
- “Not best but graphics is bad.”
- “Dirtiest game in the world, zero graphics quality.”
monetization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized due to an overwhelming number of ads, which detracts from the overall experience. Many users express frustration that ads interrupt gameplay and that removing them requires payment, leading to a negative perception of the game's value. While some players still enjoy the game, the frequent ads significantly impact their enjoyment and willingness to recommend it.
- “This game is really full of ads when I am playing, then also ads come, and if we have to remove ads we just have to top up. Really, if there was an option, I would give it 0 stars. Shame on you, really, it's a shame.”
- “Horrible game, not interactive for my child or me, and why? Because of so many ads. My child came crying to me and said, 'Mom, I have played ten times but I lose.'”
- “Why so many ads and lags and bugs?”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently highlight the humor in the game, noting its funny character designs and comedic elements, particularly involving the neighbor and police. Many reviews express enjoyment of the game's lightheartedness, with frequent mentions of laughter and amusing situations, although some players wish for more gameplay features to enhance their experience. Overall, the humor is a standout aspect that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The game is funny but can you put like difficulty easy, normal, hard, hardcore so people can challenge themselves and let us go inside our house.”
- “Scary but so funny; the humor in the game comes from the police and Mr. Neighbor.”
- “This game is very, very funny and awesome! ”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong appreciation for the game's story, highlighting its engaging plot and the desire for more chapters and updates to enhance the narrative experience. Many users suggest incorporating player choices into the storyline, particularly in a horror context, and they are eager for future games that build on these storytelling elements. Overall, the community is enthusiastic about the potential for deeper and more interactive narratives in upcoming titles.
- “I really love your games... they are so good... and the fact that you guys reply to people and their suggestions is really nice. I am in love with your games... can you make a horror game with a storyline and options where the story changes based on our choices? I would love if you take my suggestion and make more games. By the way, I am looking forward to your upcoming game.”
- “I love this game's plot too!!!”
- “Great job to the development team! I hope you can create a nice storyline in this game. This game is like Hello Neighbor on smartphones... nice job!”
- “But you should add more chapters to continue the game story.”
- “Super offline game and please make more updates and set the story because why go and go to the neighbor's house why?”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches reported by users, including disappearing items, control malfunctions, and frequent crashes. While some players enjoy the gameplay, the persistent technical problems detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction.
- “The game is very good, but there are a lot of bugs and glitches.”
- “Pretty good for a Hello Neighbor ripoff, but the controls can sometimes be buggy, and sometimes your items will just disappear.”
- “It is the worst game I ever played; it has a lot of glitches and doesn't work when it catches me.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for being enjoyable and accessible, with users highlighting its beauty and a desire for a more authentic experience.
- “Good gameplay and easy to pick up.”
- “Beautiful gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as beautiful, enhancing the overall experience despite some gameplay frustrations. However, some players feel that the music's abrupt stop when the character is caught detracts from the immersion. Overall, while the music is appreciated, it is overshadowed by other gameplay issues.
- “The music in this game is incredibly beautiful and adds a captivating layer to the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is engaging and perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel more immersive.”
- “I love how the music enhances the atmosphere of the game, creating an emotional connection with the story.”
- “The music stops when you get caught, which is incredibly frustrating and takes away from the tension of the game.”
- “The overall sound design is lacking; the music feels repetitive and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “When the music fades to black, it feels like a cheap way to signal danger rather than creating an immersive atmosphere.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its engaging gameplay and controls, but it struggles to run smoothly on lower-end devices, which may hinder the experience for some players.
- “Wonderful, interesting, and a good choice, but it doesn't run smoothly on very weak devices. Exciting game with good controls; I like it very much! ”