Darwin's Test

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Darwin's Test is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by Wolfalone Studio and was released on December 7, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

Darwin’s Test is a first-person action and puzzle game that immerses you into a futuristic universe. You play as an amnesic patient following an experimental care protocol. Who are you ? Where are you ? So many questions to solve to discover the truth !

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story3 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game offers a substantial single-player experience with engaging puzzles and a decent storyline, making it feel complete despite being free.
The atmosphere is well-crafted, with minimalistic graphics that effectively enhance the psychological thriller elements of the game.
The gameplay includes intuitive puzzles reminiscent of Portal, providing a fun challenge for players who enjoy thinking games.

The game suffers from a lack of language options, with voiceovers only available in French, which can alienate non-French speaking players.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as moving boxes and the controls, can be frustrating and lead to unintended issues during puzzles.
The story can be convoluted at times, leaving players with unanswered questions and a sense of confusion by the end.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed feedback; while some players found it engaging and well-integrated with the puzzles, others described it as simplistic and reminiscent of Portal, lacking its humor. Additionally, language barriers may hinder the experience for non-French speakers, though some still appreciate the effort put into the narrative. Overall, the storyline is considered decent, with a blend of interesting gameplay elements.
- “I played through the entire single-player campaign, and I was impressed by the good story and engaging puzzles.”
- “I usually don't really like it, but the storyline is pretty good here and the gameplay is interesting.”
- “There's also plenty of story.”
- “There is a storyline, but it's fairly barebones.”
- “The story is very similar to Portal, but without the humor.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally enjoyable, particularly in co-op mode, which lasts about 45 minutes, while single-player can extend to 1-2 hours. Although the mechanics, such as grabbing and dropping objects, can be frustrating and detract from the experience, the linear design and engaging storyline contribute positively to the overall fun. However, the gameplay lacks uniqueness, making it feel somewhat conventional.
- “Overall, the co-op experience is good and solid, with around 45 minutes of gameplay on the standard map.”
- “However, overall, the gameplay was fun, and the linear design worked well.”
- “I usually don't really like it, but the storyline is pretty good here and the gameplay is interesting.”
- “The mechanic of grabbing and dropping the box leaves much to be desired, as grabbing may not work. If you move too fast, you may drop it, causing it to roll over when it shouldn't. All of this has nothing to do with puzzles; the puzzle should be the challenge, not whether the game decides that the box should roll into the water even if it is square.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally regarded as good and acceptable, with some users noting that they exceed expectations despite appearing to utilize assets from external sources. While the visuals are described as simple, they are effective, especially considering they were created by a single developer.
- “Graphically and visually, however, it's quite good and acceptable.”
- “The game graphics look better than you might expect, but that's just because it looks like some or all of them are 'borrowed' from asset stores or wherever.”
- “The graphics are simple, yet effective, considering that they were done by one person.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find that the grinding aspect of the game often stems from lengthy and tedious puzzles rather than challenging or clever design, leading to a sense of frustration rather than satisfaction.
- “The more difficult puzzles are only difficult in that they're long and tedious, not due to any ingenuity.”
- “Grinding feels like a chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
- “The repetitive tasks required to progress make the experience feel monotonous and uninspired.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is notably lacking, with comparisons made to Portal highlighting its absence. Players feel that the comedic elements are insufficient, detracting from the overall experience.