Diamond Dan

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Diamond Dan is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by Grendel Games and was released on October 8, 2010. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Dragged into Archeology by his uncle, Dan decides to take matters into his own hands. He discovers ancient temples with long lost treasures and menacing traps. Dan follows the clues found in the temples which leads him on a trip across the world, bringing him ever closer to making a sensational discovery. You will help Dan navigate past the traps, collect treasure and reach the bottom of the templ…

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

Engaging and challenging gameplay with a steady difficulty ramp introducing new traps and clever AI, offering a rewarding puzzle-platformer experience.
Distinct characters with unique abilities add strategic depth, combined with fast-paced action, procedural level generation, and checkpoints for improved playability.
Strong achievement system and leaderboards motivate replayability, complemented by a charming, simple control scheme and a distinctive menu design.

Visuals and sound design are underwhelming, with outdated graphics, repetitive music loops, and lack of polish in character models.
Lacks gamepad and Steam Deck support, leading to input issues and reduced accessibility for some players.
Gameplay can become repetitive with limited content variety and procedural generation sometimes causing pacing issues, resulting in boredom for some players.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay offers a simple yet engaging mix of puzzle and action-platformer elements, with procedurally generated towers and dynamic block movements creating a challenging experience. While some find it tight and satisfying, others view it as lackluster or suitable only for casual play without deep complexity or story.
- “I love the pace, the gameplay, the traps, the fact that every tower is randomly generated.”
- “I think what I like the most is that the gameplay is very simple (move, jump, push, use), but as the blocks of the tower are always moving and changing, the playground is modified every couple of seconds and it forces the player to be watchful.”
- “This transforms the game into something that is not only a puzzle game, but also an action/platformer game, and if everything is ruled by simple mechanics, all things piled together makes for something complex and satisfactory for the player.”
- “I found the gameplay to be somewhat lackluster and wouldn't recommend it wholeheartedly.”
- “Swipe the escape scroll at the bottom of each temple and get out before it collapses is the core gameplay loop.”
- “I'd only recommend this if you just want a simple game with no complex story or gameplay, just something to pass the time.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are generally considered good and fitting for a small puzzle game, with an interesting and comfortable visual style. While some find the character models and visuals a bit dated or unappealing, the overall in-game aesthetic and fast-paced action are positively received.
- “The controls are comfortable and the visuals are pretty nice for a small game like that.”
- “Fast action (on later levels), good graphics and music.”
- “Genially idea, good playable, interesting graphics, only I can recommend this mini puzzle game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is highly praised, with users describing it as a great theme and giving it a perfect score. It complements the fast-paced action and overall gameplay despite some visual criticisms.
- “Music 10/10 great theme.”
- “Fast action (on later levels), good graphics (in my opinion), and music.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game’s varied achievements, from initial playthroughs to completing difficult levels flawlessly, enhance its replayability by encouraging players to revisit and improve their performance.
- “The achievements range from starting the game for the first time to completing one of the harder levels without dying or triggering any traps, which adds to the replay value.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game’s optimization allows players to focus on collecting jewels and coins without time pressure, enabling a performance-based scoring system that rewards thorough exploration and efficiency.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is subtle and minimalist, relying on quirky and unexpected references that create a unique and amusing experience. Its understated style adds charm without overwhelming the gameplay.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is simple and lacks complexity, making it suitable for players seeking a casual, easy-to-follow experience without deep narrative elements.