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An obscure old-school rpg - Single player offline with a skeleton warrior

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

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The Dark Book screenshot

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The Dark Book screenshot

The Dark Book screenshot

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+10

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

music3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Engaging story that immerses players in a dark and mysterious world.
Atmospheric world with richly detailed environments that enhance the experience.
Diverse combat system that allows for various playstyles and keeps combat exciting.

Repetitive quests that can become monotonous over time.
Basic graphics that could benefit from modernization to attract a wider audience.
Occasional bugs and limited character customization detract from the overall experience.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
64%
21%
The graphics of the game are generally described as basic and outdated, reminiscent of 90s visuals, which may deter some players. While they contribute to a nostalgic charm for fans of older games, many reviewers suggest that modernizing the graphics could enhance the overall aesthetic appeal and attract a broader audience. Overall, the visuals are atmospheric but lack the quality expected from contemporary titles.
- “This is a solid game, the graphics may not be AAA quality but it's a very enjoyable experience.”
- “The nostalgia it brings and its older graphics add to its charm.”
- “The repetitive quests and basic graphics might deter some players, and occasional bugs can be frustrating.”
- “Good thing this game is free because it's pretty bad with terribly outdated graphics from the 90s and combat that feels like swishing the air.”
- “Modernizing the visuals could enhance the overall aesthetic appeal and attract a wider audience.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The story of "The Dark Book" is praised for its engaging and atmospheric narrative that immerses players in a dark fantasy world. However, the experience can be marred by repetitive quest structures and a lack of replay incentive after completing the main storyline. Some players also noted that the overall coherence of the story can be lacking, particularly in relation to the quests.
- “I think The Dark Book offers an engaging story that pulls you into its dark and mysterious world.”
- “The Dark Book is an engaging and atmospheric game that draws you into its dark fantasy world with a compelling story and immersive soundtrack.”
- “The quests make sense as much as they can for a legion of undead.”
- “Many quests follow a similar structure, which can become monotonous after a while.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there isn't much incentive to replay it unless you're a completionist.”
- “The repetitive quests and basic graphics might deter some players, and occasional bugs can be frustrating.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The gameplay offers a seamless experience with opportunities for leveling up, grinding for gear, and completing quests, adding depth to the overall experience. However, players have reported occasional bugs that can disrupt gameplay, and some criticize the combat and mechanics as bland, with a focus on progression and microtransactions detracting from skill-based play.
- “This ensures a seamless gameplay experience, allowing you to fully enjoy the game without technical issues.”
- “You can level up, grind for better gear, and complete quests, which adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “Personally, I've encountered occasional bugs that can disrupt the gameplay.”
- “Bland combat, bland mechanics, focus on progression over skill, and microtransactions?”
- “Gameplay is nothing new.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The music in the game is praised for its immersive soundtrack that enhances the dark fantasy atmosphere, drawing players deeper into the experience. However, some users express frustration over the inability to disable the music, alongside other gameplay limitations such as poor controls and lack of manual saves.
- “The immersive soundtrack perfectly complements the dark fantasy theme.”
- “The music adds depth to the game's atmosphere and makes the adventure more immersive.”
- “The dark book is an engaging and atmospheric game that draws you into its dark fantasy world with a compelling story and immersive soundtrack.”
- “A pretty bad game in general, but a mobile port with microtransactions for a single-player game (lol). Can't turn off the music, no remapping controls, no manual saves, bad controls.”
- “Music also cannot be disabled, you cannot remap the controls, and you cannot manually save.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive world and engaging soundtrack, which enhance the overall experience. However, some users note that the graphics, while contributing to the atmosphere, are somewhat basic. Overall, the combination of music and storytelling effectively draws players into its dark fantasy setting.
- “The music adds depth to the game's atmosphere and makes the adventure more immersive.”
- “The dark book is an engaging and atmospheric game that draws you into its dark fantasy world with a compelling story and immersive soundtrack.”
- “Personally, I love the atmospheric world.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and responsive controls, with minimal lag reported by users. While some suggest that further optimization could enhance the experience, it is generally considered a solid choice for fans of the genre.
- “The game runs smoothly, with responsive controls and minimal lag.”
- “The diverse combat system and smooth performance add to the enjoyment, making it a solid choice for fans of the genre.”
- “Additionally, it runs smoothly on my computer.”
- “The combat could be better, but I don't have any major complaints. I could see some optimization would benefit the game, but it's not necessary in my opinion.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game is criticized for its lack of replayability, with users highlighting the need for more endgame content and branching paths to enhance its value. Additionally, limited character customization further contributes to the overall feeling of repetitiveness.
- “The game lacks replayability.”
- “Adding more endgame content or branching paths could enhance its replay value.”
- “The limited character customization and lack of replayability are also worth noting.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers express frustration with the game's monetization strategy, criticizing the inclusion of in-app purchases despite its lackluster combat and mechanics. The focus on progression over skill raises concerns about the necessity of microtransactions, leading to a perception that the game prioritizes profit over player experience.
- “Bland combat, bland mechanics, focus on progression over skill, and microtransactions?”
- “Why does such a game include in-app purchases?”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”

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