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Darksiders: Warmastered Edition

Darksiders is a fantastic game that successfully merges elements from Zelda and God of War to make a gritty classic all its own.
78%Game Brain Score
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Critic Score 78%Based on 27 reviews

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Darksiders: Warmastered Edition is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Vigil Games and was released on November 22, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from critics.

In Darksiders: Warmastered Edition, War, the first Horseman of the Apocalypse, is accused of starting a war between Heaven and Hell, leading to the demonic forces' victory and domination of Earth. Stripped of his powers, War returns to Earth, seeking the truth, vengeance, and vindication while navigating uneasy alliances with demons and evading vengeful angels. The game features improved graphics and performance, allowing players to fully immersive themselves in this post-apocalyptic world.

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character development1 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Darksiders: Warmastered Edition features impressive visual upgrades and maintains the charm of the original game, making it a great entry point for newcomers.
  • The game offers satisfying combat, engaging puzzles, and a richly designed world that enhances the overall experience.
  • It successfully merges elements from classic games like Zelda and God of War, providing a unique and enjoyable hack-and-slash adventure.
  • Despite the upgrades, some gameplay elements from the original remain unaddressed, leading to a feeling of something missing.
  • There are minor technical issues, including glitches and control problems, that can detract from the overall experience.
  • The story and some mechanics feel dated, and the game lacks new content for returning players.
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its engaging and fast-paced action, complemented by a compelling story and a richly designed world. While some lingering issues from the previous version remain, the overall experience is enhanced by visual upgrades and a satisfying combat system, making it a worthwhile addition for fans of the genre. Despite being a remake, it successfully retains its appeal with varied gameplay and an immersive campaign.

    • “A fantasy world that retains its wonder and gracefully aged gameplay easily ensures that this game's horseman can confidently cometh again.”
    • “Its visual upgrades and smoother gameplay experience make for a fun time at a very reasonable asking price.”
    • “It's a remarkably solid experience that combines a distinct aesthetic with varied gameplay, satisfying combat, and fast-paced exploration, all centered around a story about the apocalypse.”
    • “While the gameplay elements that hindered the previous iteration of the game still haven't been fixed, this is still a great game to own.”
    • “Just prepare for some mechanical rust.”
    • “Even though this is a remake of a six-year-old game, it still holds up pretty well as far as gameplay is concerned.”
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as a mix of over-the-top elements and a grim aesthetic, focusing on themes of war, balance between heaven and hell, and the apocalypse. While some reviews note a lackluster narrative in comparison to other entries in the series, others praise it for its epic scope and engaging characters, contributing to a rewarding campaign experience. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop for satisfying gameplay and exploration.

    • “A masterful re-up with a great story, a beautifully grim world, and exciting, fast-paced gameplay.”
    • “An incredibly rewarding campaign featuring tight, action-intense gameplay, an epic story, memorable characters, and an impressive amount of variety throughout.”
    • “The story is lackluster.”
    • “While still the inferior entry in the Darksiders trilogy, this first outing is still a robust action-platformer full of satisfying melee combos, open-ended levels, and a suitably over-the-top story.”
    • “It's a remarkably solid experience that combines a distinct aesthetic with varied gameplay, satisfying combat, and fast-paced exploration, all centered around a story about the apocalypse.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised, showcasing an outstanding visual experience whether in graphics or performance mode, both docked and handheld. Darksiders: Warmastered Edition benefits from upscaled visuals that enhance its timeless aesthetic, delivering a solid performance with minor conversion issues. Overall, the game combines distinct visuals with engaging gameplay, making it a visually appealing experience.

    • “Whether played in graphics or performance mode, docked or handheld, it’s still an outstanding version of an already outstanding game.”
    • “Darksiders: Warmastered Edition sees a refresher on the famed franchise, which upscales the visuals to look right at home on the PlayStation 4.”
    • “Minor conversion issues aside that can likely be solved, Darksiders: Warmastered Edition has the intrinsic fortune of being a timeless looker with its distinct visuals, which benefits from appropriate resolution and performance buffs that bring it up to speed.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the optimization of the game is praised, with players noting that it performs well in both graphics and performance modes, whether docked or handheld. While there are minor conversion issues, the game's distinct visuals and enhanced resolution contribute to a positive experience, complemented by excellent dungeon design and fun combat mechanics.

    • “[Excellent dungeon design, extra performance options, fun combat]”
    • “Whether played in graphics or performance mode, docked or handheld, it’s still an outstanding version of an already outstanding game.”
    • “Minor conversion issues aside that can likely be solved, Darksiders: Warmastered Edition has the intrinsic fortune of being a timeless looker with its distinct visuals, which benefits from appropriate resolution and performance buffs that bring it up to speed.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted through impressive weapon and character designs, suggesting a strong visual representation that enhances the overall experience. However, specific details on character arcs or growth are not mentioned, indicating a potential area for deeper exploration.

  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Despite its last-gen origins, the game successfully creates an impressive atmosphere that captivates players.

    • “While its last-gen roots are clearly showing, this game still showcases an impressive atmosphere.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Darksiders is often seen as entertaining, but it struggles to create a strong emotional connection with players, as it tends to take itself too seriously.

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Darksiders: Warmastered Edition is a role playing game.

Darksiders: Warmastered Edition is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Darksiders: Warmastered Edition was released on November 22, 2016.

Darksiders: Warmastered Edition was developed by Vigil Games.

Darksiders: Warmastered Edition has received mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its character development but disliked it for its gameplay.

Darksiders: Warmastered Edition is a single player game.

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