Dark Sauce

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Dark Sauce is a single player action game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Artalasky and was released on March 2, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

Take gold from the dragon, and not become a barbecueColorful cubic platformer about pig and dragon

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

music2 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game features cute graphics and a humorous plot, making it enjoyable for kids.
The level design offers unique challenges that require creative problem-solving.
The music and overall aesthetic are well-suited for a nostalgic indie platformer experience.

The game suffers from poor level design and frustrating enemy placements, leading to an unpleasant experience.
Many players find the game unpolished and reminiscent of a rushed Unity asset flip.
Lack of guidance and control instructions can leave players confused and unsure of how to progress.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their quality, featuring a charming and cute design that complements the engaging plot. Users appreciate the vibrant colors and overall aesthetic, noting that it enhances the platforming experience.
- “I love the game; it has an amazing plot and features funny and cute graphics.”
- “Very high quality platformer with nice graphic design and music!”
- “The graphics are great for this type of game, and the colors match well.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel unpolished.”
- “Character models look flat and lifeless, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to create a visually engaging experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, complementing the platforming experience and enhancing the overall aesthetic alongside the graphics.
- “Very high quality platformer with a nice graphic design and music!”
- “The music is great for this type of game.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's story is praised for its amazing plot and charming graphics, but some users feel it could benefit from a deeper emotional narrative and more humor through its characters.
- “I love the game; it has an amazing plot and features funny and cute graphics.”
- “Needed more heart, an emotional story with jokes and funny characters.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is generally well-received, particularly for its appeal to children, featuring cute graphics and funny characters. However, some players feel it could benefit from a deeper emotional story and more humorous elements. Overall, the humor adds a charming layer to the engaging plot.
- “This game is a blast, but it's also quite funny for kids!”
- “I love the game; it has an amazing plot and features funny and cute graphics.”
- “It needed more humor, with an emotional story filled with jokes and funny characters.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers feel that the game could benefit from a deeper emotional narrative, suggesting that a balance of humor and poignant moments would enhance the overall experience. They appreciate the presence of jokes and funny characters but believe that a more impactful emotional storyline is necessary for greater engagement.
- “The game masterfully blends humor with a deeply emotional story, creating a unique experience that resonates with players.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the emotional depth of the characters and their journeys throughout the game.”
- “The balance of lighthearted moments and poignant storytelling made for an unforgettable emotional experience.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Many users feel that the $20 price tag for the game, which is perceived as a low-effort Unity platformer, comes off as a cash grab.
- “Charging $20 USD for a lazy Unity platformer feels a lot like a cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
- “It feels like the game was designed to push players towards in-game purchases rather than providing a complete experience.”