Darkanoid

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Darkanoid is a single player casual platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Shezogames and was released on November 30, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

optimization1 negative mentions

Engaging and challenging gameplay with many levels, power-ups, and bosses that keep the experience fresh and exciting.
Excellent graphics, sound design, and sci-fi atmosphere providing a nostalgic yet modernized take on the classic Arkanoid formula.
Two distinct game modes (classic and survival) offer variety and long-term motivation with tactical and reflexive gameplay.

Menu navigation and some control options, especially gamepad support and orientation switching, are confusing or poorly implemented.
Difficulty can be very high, which might frustrate some players and requires patience and skill to master.
Some minor bugs and optimization issues persist, but are expected to be addressed in future updates.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay combines classic mechanics with a variety of new power-ups and features, creating dynamic and engaging levels that remain fresh and challenging. While generally praised for its addictiveness and excitement, minor issues like a faulty rotation option slightly affect controls but do not hinder the overall experience. The inclusion of unique mechanics and upgrades adds depth, making the gameplay enjoyable and varied.
- “Starts out fairly calm and adds a lot of cool extra mechanics and power-ups as you go.”
- “The gameplay is enhanced by various goodies that, for example, lengthen or shrink the racket or accelerate the ball.”
- “Menu option to rotate game orientation from horizontal to vertical was busted, only rotates menus, not gameplay, which in turn muddles the controls.”
- “The familiar gameplay here is diluted with just a ton of different mechanics and chips that make each new level something interesting and exciting, and most importantly, not like the past.”
- “The gameplay is not unusual: you go through simple levels, sometimes you get bosses as a bonus.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The graphics are widely praised for being colorful, detailed, and visually appealing, successfully blending classic charm with modern enhancements. Users appreciate the nostalgic yet improved visuals that complement the gameplay without demanding high system requirements. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong aspect that enhances the gaming experience.
- “Darkanoid is a remake of the classic Arkanoid, only with improved, colorful, and detailed graphics.”
- “Darkanoid is the same Arkanoid, only with much better graphics.”
- “Classic with modern graphics; I think that there will be no better versions, except maybe some kind of 3D mod, but still I think the limit has been reached and there is no better option than this one.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality and nostalgic feel, often described as fitting well with the gameplay and enhancing the overall experience. Notably, the soundtrack by Martin Galway is highlighted as exceptional and a key positive aspect. Overall, the music complements the graphics and gameplay, contributing to the game's addictiveness and charm.
- “An really addicting game with the amazing music of one of the best game music makers Martin Galway.”
- “Wonderful graphics, amazing music, many upgrades, nice gaming mechanics and 2 game modes for many hours of fun.”
- “The usual, but appropriate graphics, soundtrack throughout the game and a bit of nostalgia for old games.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users praise the game’s atmosphere for its nostalgic childhood vibes combined with engaging sci-fi elements, complemented by appealing graphics that keep players entertained.
- “Nice graphics and childhood atmosphere will not let you get bored.”
- “Playing this, I plunged into the atmosphere of childhood.”
- “+ sci-fi atmosphere.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect is minimally addressed, with users providing little detail beyond a combined mention alongside gameplay, indicating that the narrative may not be a standout or heavily discussed feature.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the humor in the game to be light and amusing, contributing to its charm despite its difficulty. The humor adds a fun layer to the challenging Arkanoid-style gameplay.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is poor, leading to performance issues, alongside other technical shortcomings such as inconsistent sound quality.