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Shot In The Dark

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45%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
45% User Score Based on 87 reviews

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About Shot In The Dark

Shot In The Dark is a multiplayer shooter game. It was developed by Technomancy Studios and was released on June 10, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

Shot in the Dark is a multiplayer arena FPS that takes place in a dystopian future where multiple factions have sent their agents to kill for sensitive government information. You take control of one of these agents in an attempt to survive this low-light arena skirmish... in the dark.

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45%Audience ScoreBased on 87 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Engaging gameplay with tactical elements and a unique atmosphere in low visibility settings.
  • Fun to play with friends, providing a social experience despite the lack of a player base.
  • The game has potential with a cool aesthetic and interesting mechanics, especially for fans of stealth shooters.
  • The game is essentially abandoned, with no active player base or servers, making it unplayable.
  • Many mechanics feel repetitive, and some levels are overly difficult, leading to frustration.
  • Numerous bugs and broken achievements detract from the overall experience, leaving players disappointed.

  • gameplay

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 60% negative mentions

    The gameplay has been criticized for being lackluster and unengaging, with users noting a lack of online players and poor settings that contribute to a feeling of emptiness. Overall, the experience is described as chaotic and not enjoyable.

    • “I think gameplay-wise it could be an okay game, but there is literally nothing to do with no one online.”
    • “There's not a single person playing, the settings are crap, and gameplay is non-existent.”
    • “As for gameplay, it's spastic and not really fun.”

  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics are noted for their potential and unique aesthetic, suggesting a visually appealing style that could be further developed.

    • “The game has great potential with its cool aesthetic.”
    • “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
    • “The visual design is breathtaking, making every scene a work of art.”

  • humor

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, particularly in multiplayer mode, where players find it to be entertaining and engaging. Overall, the comedic elements contribute positively to the gaming experience.

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  • stability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game exhibits stability issues, including glitches and startup problems in fullscreen mode, but overall, it offers an enjoyable experience, especially when played with friends.

    • “It has its flaws and glitches; the game wouldn't start up on my PC in fullscreen.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
    • “I encountered several bugs that disrupted gameplay and caused frustration.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered mediocre, with some users describing it as bland and accompanied by cheap sound effects, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “The music is bland and forgettable, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The sound effects feel cheap and detract from the overall experience.”
    • “The soundtrack lacks variety and fails to enhance the gameplay.”

  • story

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The reviews for the "story" aspect are minimal and lack detail, with one user simply questioning the presence of a story. Overall, there is insufficient information to provide a comprehensive assessment of the game's narrative.

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Reviewers note that as an indie game, it is expected to be optimized for low-spec computers, suggesting that performance on less powerful hardware is a key consideration for players.

    • “As an indie game, it should be optimized for low-spec computers.”
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Shot In The Dark is a shooter game. Common tags for Shot In The Dark include free to play, indie, trading, early access and dark.

Shot In The Dark is available on PC and Windows.

Shot In The Dark was released on June 10, 2015.

Shot In The Dark was developed by Technomancy Studios.

Shot In The Dark has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked Shot In The Dark for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Shot In The Dark is a multiplayer game.

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