Darkness and Flame 1
- September 28, 2021
- FIVE-BN GAMES
Darkness and Flame 1 is an adventure game with a captivating story of a young girl drawn into the struggle between Darkness and Flame. The game boasts fantastic gameplay, stellar visuals, and stunning music, but is unfortunately also plagued by numerous bugs. Experience a tale of courage and magic as you navigate through this immersive world.
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and an engaging storyline that keeps players hooked.
- Puzzles are challenging but not overly difficult, providing a satisfying gameplay experience.
- The game allows for free hints through watching ads, making it accessible without mandatory purchases.
- There are several glitches, particularly with puzzles not registering as completed, which can halt progress.
- Voice acting and some character expressions are criticized as being subpar, detracting from the overall experience.
- The hint system can be frustrating, as players may need to purchase coins to continue if they run out of free hints.
- story427 mentions
- 76 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally praised for its engaging and captivating narrative, with many players appreciating the beautiful graphics that complement the storyline. While some reviews mention abrupt endings or cheesy elements, the overall consensus highlights the story's ability to keep players invested, with a variety of puzzles that enhance the gameplay experience. However, a few critiques point out issues with voice acting and the occasional lack of coherence in the plot progression.
“Thoroughly enjoying the story and the beautiful graphics.”
“The storyline keeps you engaged, the puzzles are challenging enough to keep you wanting to beat it without being frustratingly difficult.”
“Great story, beautiful graphics, fun puzzles.”
“A good way to pass the time, nothing to spend money on and nothing very well made in terms of the voice acting or storyline.”
“But it had a very abrupt ending; the story seemed unfinished and didn't continue in the bonus.”
“Lastly, the story is not compelling.”
- graphics297 mentions
- 87 % positive mentions
- 12 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their beauty, detail, and overall quality. While some players noted minor issues such as aspect ratio problems or occasional glitches, the majority found the visuals to be stunning and a significant highlight of the gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the engaging storylines and challenging puzzles, making for an enjoyable gaming experience.
“The graphics are amazing, the storyline is great, and I love the extra challenge of finding all collectibles/morphing objects.”
“No matter how many of their games I've completed, each one is always new and interesting, has incredible graphics, has hundreds of different puzzles (some challenging, some easy), has countless new places to explore, and is just visually stunning and well made.”
“The graphics are phenomenal and breathtaking.”
“If the games had better graphics and more time was put into them, they could be really good.”
“I don't see how any of you say you like these games... they're all glitched in some way preventing you from moving on. Once a game starts experiencing difficulties, the graphics, storyline, and overall everything about the game goes out the window. The game is bad and needs work.”
“The graphics are on par with a PS3 game.”
- monetization47 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 6 % neutral mentions
- 64 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is largely praised, with players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and the option to watch ads for hints or coins instead of facing paywalls. Many users highlight that the game allows for enjoyable gameplay without constant interruptions from ads, making it a refreshing experience. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as fair and non-intrusive, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
“Doesn't force you to pay for anything and there's no ads!”
“I really love the fact that there aren't ads every few minutes in the game - very important feature.”
“Challenging without costing a fortune to complete with in-app purchases.”
“It's not that good of an app and should rely on ads.”
“The ads to get free coins don't work; it always says there are no suitable advertisements at this time.”
“However, unlike other games, hints after watching ads are rarely available.”
- gameplay33 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, characterized as smooth and engaging, with a mix of challenging puzzles and well-crafted mini-games. While some players find it average or typical of the point-and-click genre, many appreciate the lack of intrusive ads and the balance of difficulty. Overall, the combination of great graphics, compelling storylines, and enjoyable mechanics contributes to a positive gaming experience.
“The gameplay was excellent.”
“The gameplays including the minigames are well crafted and the hidden clues are just right, not too easy nor extremely hard to find.”
“Fantastic graphics, storyline, characters, and gameplay.”
“The gameplay in itself is nothing special; it's a point-and-click puzzle game in the typical 'find the thing' style.”
“A decent game with average mechanics.”
“If you don't mind the obviously stretched-out gameplay, I would recommend it.”
- stability16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 81 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frustrating glitches that hinder gameplay, such as freezing during puzzles and items not being registered. While some users praise the game's graphics and support for addressing issues, the prevalence of bugs has led to significant dissatisfaction, with several players uninstalling the game due to these problems. Overall, while the game has potential, its stability issues detract from the overall experience.
“No glitches.”
“No glitches 😊 great story, beautiful graphics, I was able to do all but one of the puzzles, love the hops and no glitches!”
“Exceptional gameplay, smooth and easy for me with no glitches.”
“Some of them have glitches, and they caused me to uninstall the game at first.”
“Game is buggy and a waste of time!”
“I love the game itself, but I'm giving it 2 stars because of the glitches. There are several puzzles that, even though I completed them, did not open. Fix the issues and this game will be amazing.”
- music13 mentions
- 85 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many users highlighting its relaxing and engaging qualities. While some players find the music too loud or distracting, the majority appreciate how it complements the graphics and storyline, contributing to an immersive atmosphere. Overall, the combination of music and visuals is frequently described as superb and captivating.
“The music and the interaction are so much fun.”
“It's so relaxing, engaging, and has beautiful ambient music; the graphic design is very pretty.”
“Intriguing story, great graphics and acting, fantastic music.”
“I don't listen to the music because it's off; I don't enjoy music playing while I play games. Most of it irritates me, along with the voices and environment.”
“Sometimes I don't like the music because it's too loud, but here it makes the game interesting.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game can become tedious at times, though the inclusion of hints helps maintain progress. Despite the occasional monotony, there is a sense of satisfaction when successfully solving puzzles.
“Can get a little tedious, but the hints keep things moving along.”
“A lot of satisfaction when you solve puzzles, but it gets a bit tedious in spots.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development for its integration with the overall narrative, highlighting the quality of the story, character design, and voiceovers as key elements that enhance the gaming experience.
“The character development is incredibly rich, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, their backstories are well-crafted and engaging.”
“The depth of the characters adds so much to the overall experience, I found myself truly invested in their journeys.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding the voice acting to be charming and occasionally hilarious, though it doesn't significantly affect the overall gameplay experience.
“The voice acting is at times hilarious and has a certain charm that adds to the overall experience.”
“The humor in the game is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
“I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and clever puns throughout the game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its engaging atmosphere, characterized by a collection of mini-games and puzzles that enhance the overall experience.
“A beautifully atmospheric game filled with engaging mini-games and challenging puzzles.”
“The atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into a world rich with detail and intrigue.”
“Each puzzle is set against a backdrop that enhances the overall mood, making the experience truly captivating.”