- March 11, 2004
- Burian Media Enterprises
- 1h median play time
Dark Shadows - Army of Evil
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About
In Dark Shadows - Army of Evil, players embark on a classic Medieval Fantasy Hack and Slash journey to save their loved one from a monstrous army. With an old-school look, players fight through 19 levels, discovering various weapons and facing increasing challenges. The game's story takes place in 1362, where an evil force has ravaged the land, kidnapped the player's loved one, and stolen resources, leaving the player as the realm's only hope for salvation.











- Some players found the game to be a source of unexpected joy during tough times, providing a brief escape from reality.
- A few reviews mentioned that the game has a certain charm and originality, appreciating the effort put in by the developers.
- The music was noted by some as being enjoyable, adding a bit of atmosphere to the experience.
- The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including crashes, poor graphics, and unresponsive controls, making it nearly unplayable.
- Gameplay is criticized for being tedious and repetitive, with a convoluted quest structure that often requires players to search for keys and items without clear guidance.
- Many players expressed disappointment with the overall design, describing it as a poorly executed project that feels unfinished and lacks basic game mechanics.
graphics
43 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe graphics of the game have been widely criticized, with many reviewers describing them as outdated, reminiscent of early 90s titles, and poorly executed. Common complaints include low resolution, janky visuals, and a lack of polish that detracts from the overall experience, often leaving players feeling physically ill. While a few users noted that the graphics could be somewhat acceptable at maximum settings, the overwhelming consensus is that they are substandard and contribute significantly to the game's shortcomings.
“The only positive thing I noticed was the seemingly enhanced graphics.”
“Although the graphics are weak, the overall levels are well made and give the game its atmosphere.”
“Though the graphics are old school, this was and is no problem to me.”
“Gameplay issues aside, this game has some of the worst graphics I have ever seen.”
“The graphics hold up worse than Pong, and this was released last year.”
“I was appalled by the graphics, repulsed by the godawful movement controls, terrified by the worst first level in any game I've ever played, and the sheer fact you had the temerity to charge money for this waste of time is a disgrace.”