Last Half of Darkness: Society of the Serpent Moon
- August 3, 2015
- WRF Studios
Get on Steam"Last Half of Darkness: Society of the Serpent Moon" is a horror-adventure game where you investigate a series of vampire-like murders in a small European town. You follow clues left behind by your fiancé, who was sent to cover the story, and uncover an ancient mystery involving a source of evil causing the townsfolk to turn into night-thirsty murderers. This package also includes three additional Last Half games. The game is presented in third-person point-and-click perspective.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic classic point-and-click experience with a spooky atmosphere and engaging storyline.
- Players appreciate the inclusion of multiple games in one package, providing good value for fans of the genre.
- The puzzles, while sometimes challenging, are generally enjoyable and contribute to the overall mystery and suspense of the game.
- The voice acting is often criticized as poor, with some characters delivering lines in a slow and unengaging manner.
- Gameplay can be frustrating due to clunky controls, lack of intuitive design, and the potential to miss important items without guidance.
- The graphics and animations feel outdated, especially for a game released in 2011, leading to a less immersive experience.
- story12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its engaging and thrilling narrative, complemented by a spooky atmosphere and complex mystery elements that keep players invested. While some users noted issues with the user interface and sound mixing, the overall plot and suspense were deemed strong enough to maintain interest. The game is part of a larger saga, encouraging players to explore previous installments for a fuller understanding of the storyline.
“Horribly spooky atmosphere, thrilling storyline, and relatively easy puzzles will surely bring you some positive vibes and experience.”
“The mystery is engaging and makes you want to solve it (a crucial part of any mystery game), and the storyline is surprisingly complex.”
“Excellent story-rich game with an exciting and thrilling plot and puzzles.”
“Installments 1-3 reference one another and have very similar feels while this game seems to be a completely different story.”
“No previous knowledge of prior 'Last Half of Darkness' games is required to play or to understand the storyline.”
“Being 'Last Half of Darkness' a saga, if you want to have the whole picture of its story, you have to start from 'Shadows of the Servant', then 'Beyond the Spirit’s Eye', 'Tomb of Zojir', and 'Society of the Serpent Moon'.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a mix of dated mechanics and some polished elements, including protagonist commentary during item interactions, which enhances engagement. While the graphics may feel outdated, the game offers a fun storyline and comprehensible puzzles, making for an overall enjoyable experience despite some shortcomings in voice acting.
“A notable addition to the gameplay includes the protagonist offering commentary when interacting with items, which previous games lacked.”
“Apart from the graphical overhaul, the gameplay has also been polished more and employs better game design solutions.”
“I like these games because their plots are good and engaging; the puzzles and riddles are comprehensible and the gameplay is easy and neat.”
“Gameplay-wise, there's not too much going on.”
“Maybe the game is okay, but the mechanics are really dated.”
“The graphics are for Windows 7, but my Windows 11 had no issues with gameplay.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players noting a lack of options and a dated 4:3 aspect ratio, while others appreciate the improved visuals and artistic style. Despite the low-quality graphics and issues with voice acting, some users find the overall design and artwork to have a certain charm. However, inconsistent controls and frustrating gameplay elements detract from the overall experience.
“Apart from the graphical overhaul, the gameplay has also been polished more and employs better game design solutions.”
“The captioning is done much better than the previous two, and the graphics are noticeably better.”
“The graphics are for Windows 7, but my Windows 11 had no issues with gameplay.”
“There’s virtually no graphic options and the game only runs in a 4:3 aspect ratio.”
“Frustrating game design, bad voice acting, annoying puzzles, horrible visuals… yeah.”
“The graphics are for Windows 7 but my Windows 11 had no issues with gameplay.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its spookiness and engaging storytelling, creating a thrilling experience for players. Many reviewers highlight the combination of intriguing puzzles, quirky characters, and a captivating mystery that enhances the overall ambiance. Overall, the game's atmosphere is a standout feature, contributing significantly to its positive reception.
“Horribly spooky atmosphere, thrilling storyline, and relatively easy puzzles will surely bring you some positive vibes and experience.”
“I finished this game a few months ago and recall enjoying the puzzles and atmosphere.”
“I loved the atmosphere and mostly puzzle, no combat style.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by the main character's voice, which some find amusingly bad, contributing to a blend of spooky and comedic elements. Overall, players appreciate the unintentional humor that enhances the gaming experience.
“The main character's voice is hilarious; I'm not sure if it's intentional or just bad voice acting.”
“This game is spooky and hilarious!”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a generally stable experience with no significant glitches, although some have encountered inconsistent and buggy controls that detract from gameplay.
“The game runs smoothly without any glitches, which is always a plus.”
“I appreciate the consistent performance; it rarely crashes or freezes.”
“The stability of the game allows for an immersive experience without interruptions.”
“I can deal with low-quality graphics and terrible voice acting and the awkward, tacky clichés; what really broke the game for me was the inconsistent and buggy controls.”
