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Dark Threads

43%Game Brain Score
story
graphics, replayability
63% User Score Based on 19 reviews

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PCPCVirtual RealityVirtual RealityWindowsWindowsOculus RiftOculus Rift
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Dark Threads is an interactive Drama and sci-fi VR adventure. You play as Dominic Monaghan in this immersive experience where every person you encounter may be an ally or enemy. This cinematic psychedelic experience explores the ideas of consciousness and Artificial Intelligence.

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63%
Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews
story6 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The story is intriguing and well-voiced, drawing players into the narrative.
  • The game features good production values and immersive environments, making it feel like a cinematic experience.
  • It offers multiple endings and replay value, which adds to the overall experience.
  • The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making interactions with objects frustrating.
  • Many players experienced technical issues, including crashes and movement glitches.
  • The game is very short, leaving some players feeling underwhelmed and wanting more content.
  • story
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as intriguing yet flawed, with many players finding it lacking in depth and character development. While some enjoyed the narrative and its interactive elements, others criticized the gameplay mechanics that hindered story progression and the limited choices available. Overall, the potential for a compelling story is recognized, but it requires better execution and expansion to truly resonate with players.

    • “I enjoyed the story a lot.”
    • “It is very story-driven, but I was super drawn to the narrative.”
    • “The threads you follow will either weave a story where you triumph… or forever unravel your entire consciousness.”
    • “Maybe there are more endings than the two obvious ones, but I tried multiple times to branch the story, and it refused, so I'm not sure what that scene is about.”
    • “But my decision at the end to deactivate the AI got completely ignored by the story.”
    • “However, I thought the story lacked depth: there wasn't enough world-building and the characters were not fully developed.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are generally considered average, with some areas exhibiting noticeable quality issues, particularly with reflections and distant objects. While players report a smooth performance on high settings, initial low settings can be blurry and difficult to navigate. Overall, despite some bugs and graphical inconsistencies, the visuals are deemed satisfactory for the game's price point.

    • “On my RTX 3080, I was getting a steady 90 frames per second, with only a frame drop here and there on high graphical settings.”
    • “This game is graphically well done and has good voice acting.”
    • “First thing you need to do when you start the game is set the game's graphic setting to high to be able to read anything you may need in the game.”
    • “There were a few bugs, but they were easy to overcome, and some places the graphics were considerably worse than others, with reflections and distant objects being the most obvious.”
    • “Beware though: the game starts out on low graphical settings, and the screen is so blurry it's almost impossible to read.”
    • “The graphics are average.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers at least one alternate ending, providing some replay value for players looking to explore different outcomes.

    • “It does have at least one alternate ending that I have not experienced, so it definitely has some replay value.”
    • “The game offers multiple paths and choices, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
    • “With various character builds and strategies to explore, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics are repetitive, which diminishes the desire to replay.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is generally enjoyable, but players report experiencing numerous bugs that affect stability.

    • “The game is incredibly buggy, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “Frequent crashes make it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
    • “I encountered numerous glitches that interrupted my progress.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally engaging and well-received, with players appreciating its mechanics and overall design. However, some users have noted areas for improvement, particularly in terms of pacing and difficulty balance. Overall, it offers a solid experience that keeps players invested.

  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally considered average; it neither stands out as exceptional nor detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The soundtrack is average; nothing special, but nothing bad.”
    • “The music lacks variety and fails to create an engaging atmosphere.”
    • “The audio design feels uninspired and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”

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