The Dark Method

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 27 reviews
  • story
  • atmosphere
  • gameplay
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"The Dark Method" is a horror-themed, puzzle-based survival game. Players must navigate through a dark and ominous mansion while avoiding terrifying creatures and solving intricate puzzles to uncover the dark secrets within. With a focus on strategy and resource management, players must carefully plan their movements and conserve resources to survive. The game features a unique analog stick control system that adds an extra layer of challenge and tension to the gameplay.

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

73%
Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews
story8 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features an engaging mix of story, puzzles, and combat, providing a satisfying experience for players.
  • The atmosphere and graphics are highly praised, creating an immersive VR experience that feels unique and captivating.
  • The developer is responsive and communicative with the community, showing dedication to improving the game based on player feedback.
  • Movement speed is reported to be slow, which can affect the overall pacing of the game.
  • There are issues with controls and compatibility, particularly for Oculus Quest 2 users, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • The game lacks a proper save system and has some minor bugs, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • story29 mentions

    The game's story is praised for its engaging narrative that intertwines exploration, puzzles, and combat, creating an immersive experience reminiscent of classic horror games. Players appreciate the atmospheric graphics, voice acting, and soundtrack, which enhance the storytelling, making it a standout in the VR genre. Overall, the story mode is seen as a labor of love, with potential for becoming a top-tier single-player adventure as it continues to develop.

    • “It took me about 15 hours to complete the main story; a majority of this time was enjoying all the sights (some puzzles or what to do/where to go had me scratching my head at times too).”
    • “The game's story was enjoyed so much that I wrote a walkthrough with puzzle solutions guide for the community.”
    • “This game flows very well; graphics are very nice and though I played only a few hours to date, it has a story that builds as you proceed.”
    • “☐ no story”
    • “The new mansion is scary, not like the story mode which feels more like a Resident Evil game; this new haunted mansion is like the original Slender Man game chase to collect pages combined with some Phasmophobia-like ghost hunt.”
    • “I’ve beaten the story mode twice but now the dev gave us a randomly generated haunted mansion to play with.”
  • atmosphere12 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and engaging qualities, featuring beautifully crafted environments that evoke a sense of tension and exploration. Players appreciate the attention to detail, the haunting soundtrack, and the blend of horror elements that create a captivating experience, despite some repetitiveness in the level design. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a labor of love, enhancing the gameplay with its rich visuals and compelling storytelling.

    • “The gameplay is good, the atmosphere is on point, and the voice acting is awesome.”
    • “Amazing atmosphere; you’re constantly on edge but still want to explore the gorgeous haunted mansion.”
    • “The horror elements are mainly a set piece, and the game is fairly tame in horror, relying on a creepy atmosphere and environments more than anything else.”
    • “The environments, the atmosphere, the puzzles, the story, the voice acting, the soundtrack, the visuals, the weapons... so much to love in this game.”
    • “It's a game that wears its love for its genre on its sleeve, with environments filled with such atmosphere and attention to detail that I'm frequently amazed that just one person did all this.”
  • gameplay7 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness and engaging mechanics that encourage thoughtful interaction. Players appreciate the atmospheric elements and high-quality voice acting, which enhance the overall experience. Additionally, the game features captivating puzzles that contribute to its appeal.

    • “The gameplay is good, the atmosphere is on point, and the voice acting is awesome.”
    • “Most of them play off the same few mechanical tricks, but in interesting ways that require you to stop and think about what you're trying to accomplish.”
    • “This game is a marvel, with beautiful graphics, voice acting, stories, music, special effects, and an excellent gameplay with captivating puzzles.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics in the game are praised for their exceptional quality, contributing to an immersive atmosphere and engaging environments. However, some users noted that the visuals appear outdated and washed out, despite the game's large file size and lack of graphical options. Overall, while the graphics enhance the gameplay experience, there are mixed opinions regarding their modernity and vibrancy.

    • “Story mode, which has you on an adventure exploring, fighting, solving puzzles, and seeing some amazing graphics along the way.”
    • “The environments, the atmosphere, the puzzles, the story, the voice acting, the soundtrack, the visuals, the weapons... so much to love in this game.”
    • “The audio/music, gameplay, and graphics are exceptional throughout the entire game.”
    • “There are no graphical options and no way to save the game.”
    • “The graphics also seemed outdated and washed out, and still the game somehow takes up almost 25 GB of hard drive space.”
  • music5 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its engaging and atmospheric qualities, reminiscent of classic video game soundtracks. Reviewers highlight the exceptional audio as a key component that enhances the overall experience, complementing the game's visuals, story, and gameplay.

    • “Engaging puzzles, sprawling, varied, atmospheric environments populated by enemies that you won’t have to waggle a sword at, and a soundtrack that evokes classic video games.”
    • “The audio/music, gameplay, and graphics are exceptional throughout the entire game.”
    • “Wonderful graphics, story, voices, music, special effects, amazing enemies, captivating puzzles, and extra gameplay – all is incredible.”
    • “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks the depth needed to enhance the overall experience.”
    • “While the game has many strengths, the music fails to leave a lasting impression and often feels out of place.”
    • “The audio design is disappointing; the music doesn't match the game's atmosphere and can be quite jarring.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game, currently in early access, exhibits several bugs and glitches, particularly with the teleportation feature, which can lead to frustrating experiences and force players to use less comfortable movement options.

    • “Yes, it is early access and there are some bugs and glitches.”
    • “Teleportation seemed buggy, and I had to resort to nausea-inducing free locomotion to get me out of some strange places.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing visuals, such as the minions wearing pumpkins on their heads, which elicited laughter from players.

    • “I was laughing at the minions when I saw they had pumpkins over their heads.”
    • “The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me chuckling throughout the game.”
    • “The absurd situations and quirky characters made for some genuinely hilarious moments.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is well-optimized, running smoothly and visually appealing even on gaming laptops with medium specifications.

    • “It runs smoothly and looks great on a gaming laptop with medium specs.”
    • “The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains high performance without sacrificing visual quality.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization of the game is viewed negatively, as it is overshadowed by numerous low-quality titles in the market, leading to a lack of recognition for its quality and potential.

    • “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more than they should just to enjoy the game fully.”
    • “It's frustrating that the game locks essential features behind a paywall, making it hard to progress without spending extra money.”
    • “The constant barrage of in-game ads and prompts to purchase items detracts from the overall experience and enjoyment of the game.”
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