Dark Threads

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Dark Threads is a single player casual role playing game with comedy and science fiction themes. It was developed by Cream Digital Inc. and was released on August 13, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features an interesting story and immersive environment, enhanced by good voice acting, particularly from Dominic Monaghan.
Despite being short, the game offers multiple endings and replay value, making it a unique interactive experience.
The production values are commendable for the price, with many players appreciating the effort put into the game's design and atmosphere.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including crashes, clunky controls, and poor object interaction, which detracts from the overall experience.
Many players found the story lacking depth and the gameplay too simplistic, often feeling more like a guided experience than a true game.
The movement mechanics are frustrating, with slow walking speeds and awkward interactions that can lead to disorientation and glitches.

story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as intriguing but ultimately lacking depth and coherence, with players noting issues such as broken narrative progression and insufficient character development. While some appreciate the interactive elements and potential for multiple endings, many feel the overall execution is rushed and could benefit from more fleshed-out storytelling and world-building. Despite its flaws, the premise involving near-future AI themes and a real actor adds a layer of interest for some players.
- “The threads you follow will either weave a story where you triumph… or forever unravel your entire consciousness.”
- “Story-wise, I think this game could become pretty good, especially if you like some near-future AI stuff; there's even a real actor for storytelling.”
- “Fun little interactive story.”
- “However, I thought the story lacked depth: there wasn't enough world-building and the characters were not fully developed.”
- “Honestly, the story seemed rushed.”
- “But my decision at the end to deactivate the AI got completely ignored by the story.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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43%
The graphics in the game are generally considered average, with some notable inconsistencies such as poor reflections and distant object rendering. While players report smooth performance on high settings, initial low settings can be blurry and difficult to read. Overall, despite some bugs and graphical shortcomings, many users feel the visuals are commendable 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.”
- “There were a few bugs, but they were easy to overcome, and some places the graphics were considerably worse than others (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.”
- “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.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 offers some replay value.”
- “The game features 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.”
- “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 don't change enough to warrant multiple playthroughs.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is generally enjoyable, but players report experiencing various bugs that affect stability.
- “The game is buggy but still fun.”
- “Frequent crashes make it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted gameplay.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging mechanics and fluid controls. Many highlight the balance between challenge and accessibility, making it enjoyable for both newcomers and veterans. Overall, the gameplay experience is described as immersive and rewarding.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”