Hazen: The Dark Whispers

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"Hazen: The Dark Whispers" is a first-person action-adventure game set in a dark fantasy world. Players unravel the mystery of Hazen's past while battling creatures and solving puzzles. The game features a unique dagger combat system and a rich, immersive storyline.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+12

24%

Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

music3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a nostalgic feel and can be enjoyable for those who love ARPGs.
Some players found the graphics to be acceptable for a low-end spec PC.
The gameplay can provide a basic hack-and-slash experience for those willing to overlook its flaws.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, crashes, and poor performance, making it frustrating to play.
Graphics, sound, and overall design are considered mediocre to bad, with a lack of character customization and a generic storyline.
The controls and gameplay mechanics are clunky and unresponsive, leading to a tedious and unenjoyable experience.

story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
74%
16%
The story in this game is widely criticized for being minimal and poorly executed, with many players describing it as a "bunch of cheap nonsense" that lacks depth and coherence. Players note that the narrative begins abruptly with little context, and the quests feel uninspired and disconnected from any meaningful plot progression, culminating in a cliffhanger that leaves much unresolved. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a significant weakness, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Also, there is a story mode if your IQ is high enough to figure out at the start of the game... the story just starts when you talk to the first villager (small story but a story).”
- “The quest is to find Malestos, which I did; however, he just stands there with a big monster beside him and tells his minions to kill me.”
- “We have only five small maps here and the story (if we can call this bunch of cheap nonsense a story) ends with a cliffhanger.”
- “Game starts with no story, no reason why you are there, just begins with you holding an axe outside of town with skeletons coming to attack you.”
- “Plus, it's a short 'episode 1' of an episodic thing that never came about, so the plot basically doesn't go anywhere.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The graphics of the game receive mixed to negative feedback, with many users describing them as mediocre, outdated, and plagued by graphical glitches. While some appreciate the art style as slightly updated compared to older titles, others find it clunky and reminiscent of lower-quality games. Overall, the visuals fail to impress, contributing to a lackluster gaming experience.
- “The art style is not bad for the time it was made and the mechanics work... to some extent.”
- “It has graphics that are cartoony (similar to Torchlight) and somewhat realistic.”
- “This game's graphics aren't too bad; they're slightly updated compared to the Fate series graphics.”
- “Weak graphics, unstable - has crash issues; plot, characters & dialog don't really exist.”
- “Graphical glitches are frequent.”
- “The gameplay is slow, unresponsive and clunky; the 3D graphics look like they were pulled from a GameCube.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The gameplay is generally considered simplistic and lacking depth, with a short completion time of around 7 hours if players focus solely on the main quest. While the mechanics function adequately, many reviewers find the experience frustrating and boring, with little enjoyment derived from combat and quest-solving elements typical of action RPGs. Overall, the game fails to deliver a compelling gameplay experience, leaving players disappointed.
- “Looking at core gameplay here, you'll thank god for this game being too short.”
- “Gameplay is like any other action RPG, so, lots of combat and a bit of quest solving while doing that.”
- “So you could finish it in 7 hours or even less if you don't waste time in optional dungeons and follow the main quest; all bosses (even the final one) have simple mechanics, you won't miss 1 level or 2 to beat them.”
- “Isn't one of those games that were supposed to look okay on screens but were never supposed to be a real deal, to provide you any real gameplay.”
- “Graphics are nice, but the gameplay is really boring.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent glitches, crashes to desktop, and interface problems. Users have reported bugs such as misspelled text and graphical errors, leading to a frustrating experience overall. Many reviewers strongly advise against purchasing due to these persistent issues.
- “A lot of glitches, some bugs (lost interface a couple of times), crashed three times to desktop, you can't alt-tab, misspelled words (e.g. the archangel's name in quest announcing you defeated the final boss is Gabriel but text says 'garbriel').”
- “Graphical glitches are frequent.”
- “This game is horrible, I'm not kidding, don't buy this buggy piece of crap!!!!!”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow-paced, primarily involving repetitive clicking to defeat uninspired skeleton enemies, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “The game boils down to a tedious, slow-paced clicker where you dispatch uninspired skeletons that you can aggro one by one.”
- “Grinding feels like an endless chore, with repetitive tasks that offer little reward or excitement.”
- “The constant need to grind for resources makes the gameplay feel monotonous and unengaging.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game evokes a nostalgic RPG atmosphere, providing a relaxing experience that encourages players to take their time and enjoy the journey.
- “I love the music; it gives me the feeling of an old RPG and helps me relax. There's no need to rush anything.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly captures the essence of the game, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The music is incredibly immersive, drawing me deeper into the game's world and story.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is largely negative, with users expressing frustration and disappointment, particularly due to technical issues that detract from the overall experience. Many feel that the emotional investment in the game is overshadowed by its failures, leading to feelings of regret and dissatisfaction.