It's Dark

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It's Dark is a multiplayer action game with a horror theme. It was developed by James-Martin and was released on July 15, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

It's Dark is an asymmetrical multiplayer (3 vs 1) survival horror game that takes place in a lab on lockdown. One player plays as the monster, who must track and kill the other players to escape the lab. Up to three other players can play as scientists, who are tasked with exploring the lab and finding a way to subdue the monster. Features: -The Lab is procedurally generated so each game will…

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game is fun to play with friends, providing a good time for small groups.
It has a unique asymmetrical PvP concept that can be engaging when played with others.
The game is free to play, which is a positive aspect for those looking for no-cost entertainment.

There is no meaningful single player content, and the game suffers from a lack of player population.
The graphics and overall execution are poor, contributing to a negative reception.
The game has balancing issues, making it frustrating for players, especially when playing as the monster.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are considered subpar, which has deterred many gamers and contributed to the game's inability to attract a larger audience, despite its lack of upfront cost.
- “The graphics aren't great... that will understandably be a turn-off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract players despite having no up-front cost.”
- “The visuals feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games, making it hard to immerse myself in the experience.”
- “Character models and environments look bland and uninspired, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is highly praised for its exceptional visual cinematics and engaging narrative, setting a high standard that other games struggle to meet. However, some players feel that the reliance on multiplayer interactions may detract from traditional storytelling and level design elements.
- “It's a shame that all other games I now play will fall short to the visual cinematics, storytelling, and absolutely stellar gameplay that this game has.”
- “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game resonates widely with players, as it taps into shared experiences that many can relate to, prompting laughter and a sense of camaraderie. Overall, the comedic elements are well-received and contribute to the game's enjoyable atmosphere.
- “Everyone's laughing, and it's true because everyone has played it too. Everyone played it right?”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its exceptional quality, with users noting that it sets a high standard for visual cinematics and storytelling, making it difficult for other games to compare.
- “It's a shame that all other games I now play will fall short to the visual cinematics, storytelling, and absolutely stellar gameplay that this game has.”