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Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon

40%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
gameplay, music
32% User Score Based on 150 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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In Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon, players assume the role of a priest-detective investigating a series of strange occurrences in a small Romanian village. The game combines elements of adventure and puzzle-solving with a deep, philosophical narrative that explores themes of faith, morality, and the nature of good and evil. Players will uncover dark secrets, confront supernatural creatures, and ultimately face off against the legendary Count Dracula himself.

Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon screenshot
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32%
Audience ScoreBased on 150 reviews
story23 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions

  • The game features improved graphics and visual effects compared to the previous installments, enhancing the overall aesthetic.
  • The storyline is engaging and offers a different perspective within the Dracula series, providing some interesting twists.
  • Despite being a streamlined version, it still retains some enjoyable elements and can be a quick play for those looking for a less challenging experience.
  • The game is a heavily cut-down version of the original, missing critical puzzles and content, making it difficult to progress without a walkthrough.
  • Many players found the gameplay confusing and frustrating due to the removal of essential items and mechanics from the original game.
  • The port suffers from numerous bugs and awkward controls, leading to a less enjoyable experience overall.
  • story
    61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the third game of the Dracula series is described as interesting and thrilling, though it suffers from being short and plagued by plot holes and confusing time shifts. While some players appreciate the shift towards a supernatural investigation, others criticize the narrative for being convoluted and lacking coherence, especially towards the end where significant content appears to be cut. Overall, the game shows improvement in voice acting and visual presentation, but many feel it does not fully deliver on its storytelling potential.

    • “At its core, a pretty good game and a notable improvement over the previous two games in every way, especially the story and the voice overs which manage to keep things serious this time, even if not every actor hits the right tone.”
    • “I'm starting to warm up to these; the atmosphere, the art, voice acting, and music are actually pretty good, and the story keeps me invested.”
    • “This shift from a romantic and adventure story in the first two games to an investigation of the supernatural seemed to be a good change for the series.”
    • “The already hokey and convoluted story is reduced to bizarre time shifts and plot holes galore.”
    • “I first started with a lot of hype, but by the middle of the game, I was already burnt out. The game was heavily cut, I was lost so many times, confused, and the story didn't make sense. The original game was way better; I'm sad because I liked the first two, which were already shortened. What a shame...”
    • “First of all, it is not the full version -- parts of the story as well as the character animations are missing.”
  • graphics
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in this game have received positive feedback, with many reviewers noting significant improvements over the first two titles in the series. While some players appreciate the visual upgrades that maintain a retro aesthetic, others have experienced glitches and issues, particularly with the Steam mobile port. Overall, the game is considered the best in the trilogy in terms of graphics and playability, despite some criticisms regarding its simplified gameplay.

    • “Improved graphics compared to the previous two games in the series, and after seeing the third installment, I was blown away by how much better the graphics are!”
    • “This version has the best graphics in the trilogy, enhancing both playability and visual appeal.”
    • “The game features gorgeous 3D artwork that truly enhances the overall experience.”
    • “Improved graphics to the previous two games in the series, but after almost 5 hours of playing the game while referring to a walkthrough every 2 seconds, it makes no sense because this version is watered down. I have no idea what this was about other than vampires.”
    • “Well, for me, this version was even more glitchy; the graphics would stop while the voice parts would continue.”
    • “Takes away almost 70% of the puzzles along with getting rid of the cool inventory system, and then downgrading graphics.”
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has been criticized for being overly streamlined, resulting in puzzles that are more confusing and mechanics that have been altered or removed, making it difficult to navigate without a walkthrough. While the game features beautiful visuals, players have noted issues with character quality and sound design, leading to a frustrating experience overall.

    • “The game is beautiful despite an old gameplay that can be a little difficult at the beginning.”
    • “Gameplay: 9”
    • “While this streamlines the gameplay, most puzzles end up even more obtuse than before.”
    • “Menus like inventory and whole mechanics are removed and/or changed.”
    • “Reiterating that this isn't the original version of the game - it's been watered down and rendered pretty much unplayable without following a walkthrough, as the gameplay is jumbled and event triggers are unclear.”
  • atmosphere
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the art, voice acting, and music, others feel it lacks the depth of the original. The point-and-click format poses challenges in creating a rich atmosphere, with criticisms aimed at low-resolution character models and repetitive soundtracks. Overall, the atmosphere is seen as decent but inconsistent, with some players finding it engaging despite its limitations.

    • “I'm starting to warm up to these; the atmosphere, the art, voice acting, and music are actually pretty good, and the story keeps me invested.”
    • “I honestly found it different, and I liked the atmosphere.”
    • “Yes, it's a point-and-click, which makes it hard to build atmosphere, but still.”
    • “Yes, it's a point-and-click game, which makes it hard to build atmosphere, but still.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the atmospheric quality and find it engaging, others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking in sound quality. The voice acting is generally well-received, but the overall audio experience suffers from technical limitations. Despite these issues, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.

    • “I'm starting to warm up to these; the atmosphere, the art, voice acting, and music are actually pretty good, and the story keeps me invested.”
    • “The gameplay was a real pain to get used to and not get dizzy, the backgrounds were pretty decent but the characters were extremely low-res with no lip movement. Voice performances were pretty good, but they lacked sound quality and the sound was like a 5-second atmospheric music that looped again and again.”
    • “(The archaeologist talks like he's having trouble getting his Siri to play his house cleaning music list. The others are fine enough.) Since so much has been deleted from the game, it's somewhat short, but better than overstaying its welcome.”
  • stability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is criticized for its significant bugs, which detract from the overall experience, despite the inclusion of a hint system that offers some assistance. Reviewers generally rate the stability poorly, indicating that the issues are not adequately addressed.

    • “It implements a slight hint system, which helps offset how buggy the game is, but it's not enough.”
    • “Overall: 5/10 -1 story, -1 buggy = 3/10”
    • “Buggy”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization for PC from its original tablet version has resulted in mixed reviews; while the backgrounds are decent, character graphics are notably low-resolution and lack lip movement. Additionally, although voice performances are commendable, they suffer from poor sound quality, and the repetitive atmospheric music detracts from the overall experience. Overall, players find the gameplay challenging to adapt to, contributing to a less than satisfactory optimization experience.

    • “This is not the original disk version of the game that was released by other publishers; instead, it's been optimized for tablets and ported over to the PC.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect tedious due to the removal of puzzles, which allows them to retain nearly all items collected. This results in an overwhelming inventory filled with items that should have been discarded, leading to a frustrating experience.

    • “The removal of puzzles allows you to keep almost everything you pick up, which becomes tedious as many items that should have been removed previously remain.”
    • “Grinding feels excessively repetitive and lacks meaningful rewards, making it a chore rather than an engaging experience.”
    • “The amount of time required to grind for resources is frustrating, as it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”

80%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

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