DooM in the Dark

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DooM in the Dark is a single player simulation game. It was developed by VikTor and was released on March 8, 2019. It received negative reviews from players.

The space station has undergone an unknown contamination from space, the previously unknown X virus mutates, almost the entire station crew is infected, you need to stop the army of mutants before they break through to Earth and doomsday began!

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Single-Player

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33%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

gameplay1 negative mentions

The game features decent gunplay and a shop system that allows for weapon purchases.
Some players enjoyed the silly ragdoll physics and creepy atmosphere.
The graphics and sound effects are considered acceptable by some reviewers.

The game lacks a map, making navigation difficult and frustrating, often leading to players getting lost.
There are significant issues with enemy health scaling, making combat feel inconsistent and tedious.
The game is buggy, unpolished, and lacks a save feature, forcing players to restart from the beginning upon death.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
The gameplay has been criticized for lacking enjoyment, with users expressing disappointment in the overall experience. Some have shared gameplay videos to illustrate their points.
- “The game simply has no enjoyable gameplay whatsoever.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics of the game are generally considered decent, with some users appreciating their quality, while others criticize them for being unpolished and lacking depth, leading to a quick loss of interest.
- “The game has decent gunplay, and the graphics and sounds are all right too.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks a coherent story, presenting itself primarily as a first-person shooter with a focus on combat against zombie cosmonauts. While it offers a creepy atmosphere and music, it is criticized for feeling hastily assembled and devoid of narrative depth, earning a low rating of 4 out of 10.
- “If you're looking for a creepy vibe, creepy music, and zombies in space, this game is recommended, especially if you can get it for around $2. I would give it a 4 out of 10 due to the lack of story.”
- “Just a first-person shooter cobbled together quickly, it seems, pitting you against zombie cosmonauts with no story or point at all.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game contributes to a creepy atmosphere, enhancing the experience of navigating a zombie-infested space setting. However, some players feel that the lack of a story detracts from the overall enjoyment, leading to mixed reviews, with ratings around 4 out of 10.
- “If you're looking for a creepy vibe, the music fits well with the theme of zombies in space. However, I would only recommend this game if you can get it for around $2. I would give it a 4 out of 10 due to the lack of story.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for being highly unstable, with numerous bugs and a lack of polish, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
- “Buggy as hell, unpolished, dark and boring.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game often stems from its frustrating controls, with players finding the inability to strafe and lack of key binding amusingly exasperating.
- “The controls are so annoying that it's actually funny; you can't even strafe, and I couldn't find any key binding options.”
- “The game's humor is spot on, with witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game embraces its absurdity, making even the most frustrating moments feel comically entertaining.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is noted for its creepiness, effectively enhancing the overall experience alongside engaging gunplay.
- “The atmosphere was incredibly immersive, creating a sense of tension and unease throughout the game.”
- “I loved how the eerie sound design and haunting visuals combined to create a truly chilling atmosphere.”
- “The game's atmosphere was so rich and detailed, it felt like I was stepping into a living, breathing world.”