DarkenDerek The last Fallen
- October 20, 2022
- ActionGames.c.l.r.
Get on SteamIn "DarkenDerek The Last Fallen," you play as a powerful, ape-like being fighting to save kidnapped women and prevent alien invasion across 15 levels. Customize your game with extra contents and upload your photos to become an outlaw in the galaxy. Engage in frantic jetpack-fueled fights, interact with characters, explore the game's maps, and resist hordes of enemies in the arena map.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features enjoyable gunplay reminiscent of classic 90s shooters, making combat fun and engaging.
- The music, composed by Davide Capello, enhances the gameplay experience with chill tracks that complement the action.
- Despite its flaws, the game is described as a rough gem that can provide entertainment and joy for players who appreciate its style.
- The game suffers from poor level design, particularly in the second chapter, leading to confusion and tedious gameplay.
- There are significant issues with the game's controls and settings, including a lack of basic FPS options and unresponsive menus.
- The humor and presentation are criticized as being in poor taste, with some players finding the overall experience disappointing.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its significant aesthetic evolution, transitioning from a Duke Nukem style to a Serious Sam vibe, which some players found surprising yet refreshing. The integration of chill music enhances the experience, and recent updates have improved performance, making the already smooth gameplay even more optimized. Overall, players are increasingly impressed with the gameplay as they progress.
“I didn't even expect that the chill vibes of the music in the game would mesh so well with the gameplay as an active improvement, but it did.”
“That was from 30 minutes of gameplay; after 90 minutes more, I am more impressed. The game has even been updated to run better than before, which is great since it was already buttery smooth and is now wickedly optimized.”
“It's a huge jump in the gameplay aesthetic, almost like whiplash - we jump from Duke Nukem tier to Serious Sam right there at the end of the game.”
“That was from 30 minutes of gameplay; after 90 minutes more, I am more impressed, and the game has even been updated to run better than before, which is great since it was already buttery smooth and is now wickedly optimized.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its chill vibes that enhance the gameplay experience, particularly in the initial levels. However, the enjoyment is somewhat diminished in later stages due to the overwhelming sound of enemy gunfire muffling the music. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant positive aspect of the game.
“I didn't even expect that the chill vibes of the music in the game would mesh so well with the gameplay as an active improvement, but it did.”
“It sure made it worth it for me to soldier on to the end, where the fact that the arena is constantly muffling the music with enemy gunfire hurts this point a bit, but hey, the first 14 levels of the game backed that up pretty good.”
“It sure made it worth it for me to soldier on to the end, where the fact that the arena is constantly muffling the music with enemy gunfire hurts this point a bit.”
“The chill vibes of the music in the game would mesh so well with the gameplay as an active improvement, but it did not meet my expectations.”
“The music in the game is often overshadowed by the chaos of gameplay, making it difficult to appreciate.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is polarizing, with some players finding it reminiscent of classic "Duke" style and genuinely funny, while others criticize it as being in poor taste and poorly executed. The intro cinematic has also been noted for its length and lack of quality, contributing to mixed feelings about the overall comedic elements.
“Classic Duke-style humor and a nice visual style, but it's absolutely not possible to play it for me!”
“I never lie, if you do not agree, you either are not into this type of shooter, dislike the humor, which yeah frat boy, but hello that is really funny sometimes!”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect to be somewhat manageable due to the limited levels available, but they still consider it tedious.
“It's not too bad given you have only so much level to explore here, but it is tedious.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics showcase a significant leap in quality, transitioning from a lower-tier aesthetic reminiscent of Duke Nukem to a more polished and dynamic style akin to Serious Sam, particularly noticeable towards the end of the game. This shift creates a jarring but impressive visual experience.
“It's a huge jump in the gameplay aesthetic, almost like whiplash - we jump from Duke Nukem tier to Serious Sam right there at the end of the game.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by long, vibrant levels that create an immersive experience for players.
“The levels are long, atmospheric, and vibrant.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is described as minimalistic yet unexpectedly charming, offering a unique appeal despite its simplicity.
“The story is bare bones, but also charming in a very unexpected way.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players have noted significant improvements in optimization, with updates enhancing performance to an already smooth experience, making the game feel exceptionally well-optimized.
“After 30 minutes of gameplay, I was already impressed, but after another 90 minutes, I am even more amazed. The game has been updated to run better than before, which is great since it was already buttery smooth and is now wickedly optimized.”
