Darkarta: A Broken Heart's Quest

91%
Game Brain Score Based on 345 reviews
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  • graphics
  • music
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In Darkarta: A Broken Heart's Quest, players assume the role of a heroine on a mission to save children who have been kidnapped by the dark sorcerer Darkarta. The game is a hidden object puzzle adventure, where players must search for items, solve puzzles, and unlock secrets to progress through the story. With stunning graphics and immersive gameplay, Darkarta offers a captivating experience as players race against time to rescue the children and defeat the evil sorcerer.

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91%
Audience ScoreBased on 345 reviews
story155 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Beautiful graphics and artwork that enhance the immersive experience.
  • Engaging storyline that intertwines modern and ancient themes, drawing from Indian mythology.
  • Variety of puzzles and hidden object scenes that are both challenging and enjoyable.
  • Some voice acting, particularly for the child character, can be annoying and detracts from the experience.
  • The story can feel disjointed at times, leading to confusion about character motivations.
  • Technical issues such as crashes and bugs that can disrupt gameplay.
  • story350 mentions

    The story of "Darkarta: A Broken Heart's Quest" is a blend of emotional themes, including love, loss, and the supernatural, set against a backdrop of Indian mythology. While many players found the narrative engaging and well-crafted, some criticized it for being predictable or lacking depth in character development. Overall, the game offers a captivating storyline that intertwines past and present, though opinions vary on its execution and complexity.

    • “The story is well written and the art is nice.”
    • “The story tells a tragic tale of two lovers from ancient India who got separated by jealousy and plotting of their kin, and intertwines with the present where a mother searches for her abducted daughter.”
    • “An intriguing storyline, a different mythology, and innovative puzzles make this game a cut above the rest.”
    • “Somehow, though, the story never really gripped me.”
    • “The story is a bit repetitive with the mother constantly falling into one accident after another, a bit unrealistic.”
    • “I can't remember when I've hated the story in a hidden object game as much as I hated this one.”
  • graphics162 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their beauty and detail, with many reviewers highlighting the stunning artwork, vibrant colors, and immersive animations that enhance the overall experience. While some noted minor issues with character designs or cutscene clarity, the majority found the visuals to be exceptional, contributing significantly to the game's engaging storyline and atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, elevating the game within the hidden object genre.

    • “The graphics, vocal response, and beyond all, the theme, and message have made this game unique.”
    • “The visuals are extraordinary, the quality of the graphics is impressive, the special effects are superb, all with appropriate and lyrical musical scores.”
    • “Beautiful graphics which reflect the rich Indian heritage, wonderful music and interesting characters, make this a game you will want to replay.”
    • “The graphics and plot cannot be too demanding, as it is an old game with age.”
    • “The voices and graphics, however, could be cleaner in cutscenes, but they are still good enough.”
    • “The story is a bit vague, graphics are not so fresh, but the hog parts are decent and it is not too buggy overall.”
  • music96 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread praise for its beauty and fittingness, enhancing the overall experience with calming and evocative soundtracks that complement the visuals and storyline. Many players noted that the soundtrack is both captivating and cinematic, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere, although some mentioned occasional repetitiveness. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, adding depth and enjoyment to the gameplay.

    • “The music is magnificent and many extras in the collector's edition.”
    • “The developers deeply cared about the game and made everything look gorgeous; the music is beautiful and you even learn about the characters!”
    • “The music in the game was so peaceful... it truly was beautiful to listen to.”
    • “The music is, at times, repetitive.”
    • “Music is unremarkable but also unobtrusive and relaxing.”
    • “Lavani or simple Bollywood movie music.”
  • gameplay38 mentions

    The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring a solid blend of mechanics typical of the hidden object genre, with varied puzzles and user-friendly controls. While some players found the story less engaging, the game excels in its puzzle-solving elements and visual aesthetics, offering a satisfying experience with a casual vibe. Overall, it combines innovative mechanics with enjoyable gameplay, making it a recommended choice for fans of the genre.

    • “Where the game really shines is in the gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is challenging without being borderline impossible.”
    • “Great gameplay with innovative and challenging puzzles, unusual and fun hidden object scenes, and some clever adventure steps.”
    • “An adventure/hidden object game with passable gameplay and 'uncanny valley' characters that I found it very hard to care about.”
    • “It's either an anti-spam mechanic against clicking too many times in a row or this game just has such janky controls that it won't register over half of my mouse clicks.”
    • “I'm all for having to figure things out (and stubborn as heck, of course), but in a number of cases the hardest and longest part was trying to figure out the mini-game mechanics (not the puzzle).”
  • emotional13 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching narrative centered around a mother's desperate quest to rescue her kidnapped daughter, resonating deeply with players, especially parents. While the story is beautifully illustrated and enriched with cultural elements, some reviews note that character motivations could be better developed, leading to moments of emotional confusion. Overall, the game successfully evokes strong feelings through its heartfelt storyline and stunning visuals.

    • “The story tugs at parental emotional strings too.”
    • “This is a very touching story.”
    • “The story behind the game is an emotional adventure - a heart-wrenching trek for a mother who overcomes all obstacles to locate her kidnapped daughter.”
    • “I play a lot of hidden object games, but this one has a very boring story from my point of view.”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters felt flat and unengaging.”
    • “I expected a heartfelt experience, but the narrative left me feeling disconnected.”
  • atmosphere8 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its emotional depth and beautiful artwork, which enhances the overall enjoyment of the experience. Users highlight the effective use of atmospheric music and well-timed cliffhangers that contribute to a fantastical and immersive environment, despite some minor issues with animations. Overall, the combination of compelling storytelling and atmospheric elements creates an engaging adventure.

    • “Beautiful story with an emotional atmosphere.”
    • “The art and atmosphere heightened the enjoyment I would have gotten from simple non-puzzles.”
    • “Fantastical atmosphere.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    The game offers minimal replayability, with some players noting the presence of collectibles and hidden statues that may appeal to achievement hunters. However, overall, the consensus is that the game lacks significant incentives for replaying.

    • “There are a ton of random collectibles called memories of the main character's kid, and hidden 'shapeshifting' statues to look out for, which gives a little replay value if you're an achievement hunter.”
    • “Minimal replay value.”
    • “As far as replayability, there really isn't much of any.”
    • “The replay value for the game is low.”
  • stability3 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report a smooth experience with minimal bugs, others have encountered game-breaking glitches and crashes, particularly during save loading.

    • “The game runs smoothly with minimal bugs, providing a stable experience throughout.”
    • “Despite some minor graphical issues, the gameplay remains stable and enjoyable.”
    • “Overall, the game is quite stable, allowing players to focus on the fun without frequent interruptions.”
    • “The game has bugs and glitches, so if you're impatient or just fast, be ready to encounter game-breaking bugs or crashes when loading saves.”
    • “Other than that, the game ran smoothly without any other glitches, so overall I did enjoy the game.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as inconsistent, with some players finding it hilariously absurd while others criticize it as cringe-worthy and poorly written. The voice acting adds an unintentional comedic element, contributing to a mixed reception regarding the overall comedic quality.

    • “I don't expect too much realism in hogs, but this was getting hilarious by the third time or so.”
    • “The writing seemed like it was done by an 11-year-old girl, and the voice acting, well, it just made me laugh sometimes.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Reviews indicate that while the main game is excellent, the bonus game is considered tedious and unsatisfactory. Voiceovers and some puzzles, particularly pair matching games, are also described as tedious, though players can skip through them, making the experience more tolerable. Overall, the grinding aspects detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “Falls short of giving it a top rating because the bonus game was truly awful, tedious, and short. Don't bother with that and enjoy the main game for its excellence alone.”
    • “The voiceovers were tedious, as with most of the hidden object puzzles, but you can click through, so it's tolerable.”
    • “The puzzles are challenging and interesting, except for a few of the pair matching games, which were a bit tedious.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Reviewers praise the character development in "Darkarta" for its impressive and detailed art, highlighting the quality of character designs and concept art as standout features that enhance the overall visual experience.

    • “The art of Darkarta is detailed, and the character designs are all awesome.”
    • “The character design, concept art, and graphics are clearly created with great attention to detail.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with 99% of gameplay running smoothly and impressive graphics in many areas. Some users noted slight lags in mini-games and a minor bug during the end credits, but these issues do not significantly detract from the overall experience.

    • “Very nice action and movie scenes, slight lags in some of the mini games but nothing that will stop me from playing. I love the variety of the mini games and search areas; the graphics are cool as heck in some areas. Definitely worth the money; 99 percent of the game runs smoothly. I love it.”
    • “I only saw a bug at the end credits; otherwise, the game runs smoothly.”
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7hMedian play time
11hAverage play time
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*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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