Dark Scavenger

71%
Game Brain Score Based on 125 reviews
  • story
  • humor
  • gameplay
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Dark Scavenger lacks on the technical side but its quirky writing and interesting mechanics make it a unique experience where your choices matter.
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Dark Scavenger is a humorous point-and-click RPG adventure where you are stranded on a planet amidst a massive conflict. Your choices drive the dark comedy sci-fi narrative, and you can earn lots of loot to convert into unique equipment. Deep turn-based combat, epic boss battles, and New Game Plus mode are also featured, with tons of secrets to discover.

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Reviews

71%
Audience ScoreBased on 125 reviews
story21 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique crafting system that allows players to create weapons, items, and allies from scavenged loot, enhancing replayability.
  • The writing is humorous and engaging, with quirky characters and a well-constructed story that keeps players entertained throughout.
  • Despite its simplistic graphics, the game offers a fun and creative gameplay experience that combines elements of RPG, adventure, and interactive fiction.
  • The graphics and overall presentation feel outdated and may not appeal to players looking for modern visuals.
  • The game can feel short, with some players wishing for more content and depth in the story and gameplay.
  • The combat mechanics can be simplistic and may not provide enough challenge for players seeking a more traditional RPG experience.
  • story53 mentions

    The game's story is a standout feature, blending humor, creativity, and depth, with players appreciating its engaging narrative and memorable characters. While some found the plot to be initially confusing or linear, many praised its twists, emotional investment, and the ability to influence outcomes through choices. Overall, the storytelling is described as well-written, immersive, and capable of evoking a range of emotions, making it a compelling experience despite its simplistic visuals and design.

    • “Absolutely loved the game, incredibly captivating story and unique gameplay.”
    • “The story and characters are extremely well written, and the hand-drawn art style is a refreshing change of pace.”
    • “There are constant twists in the story, characters that you get emotionally invested in, and even extremely interesting concepts that get explored.”
    • “This game has cheap design, cheap visuals, cheap soundtrack, cheap effects, cheap story, cheap characters, cheap universe, and cheap price as well.”
    • “You can always try to do better to collect all items and solve all the puzzles, but apart from this, the story is very much linear.”
    • “Choices that you make impact the game in small ways but never really diverge from the main linear plot line of the game.”
  • humor36 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever writing, absurd scenarios, and memorable characters, creating a lighthearted yet immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to blend dark humor with quirky, wacky elements, making it both entertaining and engaging. Overall, the humor is described as refreshing, not forced, and reminiscent of classic adventure games, ensuring players will find themselves laughing throughout their journey.

    • “It's difficult to describe, but it has wonderful characters and a great sense of humor.”
    • “It made me laugh several times with its absurd scenarios, witty lines, and silly graphics.”
    • “The characters you encounter are funny as hell and have great (in a writing sense) personalities.”
  • gameplay35 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its unique blend of point-and-click mechanics, RPG elements, and crafting systems, which provide engaging and humorous experiences. While the visuals may not impress, the core mechanics are easy to learn and offer depth, making for a captivating and replayable adventure. However, some players found the gameplay less enjoyable due to technical shortcomings and annoying background music.

    • “Absolutely loved the game, incredibly captivating story and unique gameplay.”
    • “The item-crafting mechanic does wonders for replayability.”
    • “The gameplay is point and click with RPG elements; meaning you can choose navigation, find clues to defeat enemies/bosses, and whatever loot you find can be shaped into a weapon, item, or ally (each with its own quirky title and definition).”
    • “Gameplay is also not enjoyable and background music is annoying.”
    • “For example, nowhere in the game explains how the save mechanics work.”
    • “After each room, you will typically be brought back to your hub to make the scavenged pickings into either a weapon, item, or ally – this is the prize mechanic of the game, though it comes dangerously close to being a gimmick at times.”
  • graphics25 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally described as low-budget and simplistic, often resembling hand-drawn or MS Paint visuals. While they may lack polish, many players appreciate the unique art style and how it complements the game's humor and storytelling, creating a charming and memorable atmosphere. Overall, the visuals are seen as a quirky and nostalgic element that enhances the gameplay experience rather than detracting from it.

    • “A hidden gem on Steam; the art style is unique, and the characters are charming and memorable.”
    • “The story and characters are extremely well written, and the hand-drawn art style is a refreshing change of pace.”
    • “All the artwork in the game looks like it was hand-drawn, and the developers use the minimalist static character design in a great and often fantastically funny way.”
    • “No one is going to be getting this game for its graphics, that's for sure, but what it lacks in visual appeal, it more than makes up for with humor, creativity, and a pretty interesting story.”
    • “Very basic graphics.”
    • “This game has cheap design, cheap visuals, cheap soundtrack, cheap effects, cheap story, cheap characters, cheap universe, and cheap price as well.”
  • music14 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it catchy and fitting for the game's atmosphere, particularly during combat, while others describe it as annoying and repetitive. Despite its unique qualities, the soundtrack is often criticized for its cheapness and lack of variety, leading to an overall perception of inconsistency in quality.

    • “A point & click/RPG hybrid with a bizarre story and world, expressive art, absurd weapons/items, memorable characters, dark humor, and great music.”
    • “The combat music I found unusual at first with its rapid pace and use of electric guitar in comparison to the melancholic opening theme.”
    • “The music is quite fitting with the battle scenes and the game itself.”
    • “This game has cheap design, cheap visuals, cheap soundtrack, cheap effects, cheap story, cheap characters, cheap universe, and cheap price as well.”
    • “Gameplay is also not enjoyable and background music is annoying.”
    • “Annoying music.”
  • replayability7 mentions

    Overall, the game offers significant replayability due to its item-crafting mechanics and the inclusion of a new game plus mode, allowing players to experience different strategies and outcomes. While the initial playthrough is relatively short, many players find themselves compelled to replay the game multiple times, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The item-crafting mechanic does wonders for replayability.”
    • “This adds quite a bit of replayability to the game, especially with the new game plus that allows you to keep all your items from your previous run.”
    • “The only problem is it's too short (you finish one playthrough in about 5 hours, taking your time), but thanks to the replayability, you can triple it.”
    • “It's short (took me about 4 hours to beat), but has enough replay value for you to want to play it at least 3 times over.”
    • “Tons of options for dealing with every situation, and a unique item crafting system provide ample replayability.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development in the game is highlighted by its creative and hand-drawn character designs, which effectively complement the minimalist static style. The artwork enhances the overall experience, often adding a humorous touch to the characters and their interactions within the game’s environments.

    • “The character designs are creative, and the areas you visit are perfectly suited for their intended purpose.”
    • “All the artwork in the game looks like it was hand-drawn, and the developers use the minimalist static character design in a great and often fantastically funny way.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
    • “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices that impact character growth throughout the game.”
    • “The characters seem to follow predictable arcs, leaving little room for surprise or genuine evolution.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's low-budget graphics surprisingly enhance its atmosphere, evoking a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic LucasArts titles, which contributes to an engaging and immersive experience.

    • “The graphics are 'low budget,' but if anything, they help add to the atmosphere.”
    • “The humor was reminiscent of the old LucasArts games, and I felt completely immersed in the atmosphere.”
    • “The graphics are low budget, but if anything, they help add to the atmosphere.”
    • “The humor was reminiscent of the old LucasArts games, and I felt wrapped in the atmosphere.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that "grinding" in this game is minimal, as it emphasizes strategic use of collected items rather than traditional grinding and looting. Players appreciate the streamlined approach, which focuses on core RPG mechanics without the typical fluff associated with the genre.

    • “Approaching the game objectively as possible, dark scavengers is a good turn-based RPG that feels as if it was designed to give you the meat-and-potatoes of its genre while forgoing a lot of the fluff turn-based RPGs are known for (grinding, turning in quests, messing around with level progression and so on).”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its engaging story filled with unexpected twists, well-developed characters that foster deep investment, and thought-provoking concepts. Players report a range of feelings, from laughter to introspection, complemented by visually appealing art that enhances the overall experience.

    • “There are constant twists in the story, characters that you get emotionally invested in, and even extremely interesting concepts that get explored.”
    • “The story made me feel, the encounters made me laugh and think, and all of the art was visually appealing.”
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