Wave of Darkness

The developers are already working hard to patch Wave of Darkness and fix the issues reported by players. There’s still a long way to go, however, and some problems run pretty deep into the game’s core gameplay. As long as you realize that there are going to be annoyances that are out of your control, you can still have a blast with the game. The character progression system is very intriguing and rewarding, since there are many options at your disposal, especially in the spell department. Still, the developers have a monumental task ahead. Most players will most likely get frustrated on the tutorial island, and things don’t get much easier to deal with after that either. Hence, you are advised to wait for more patches and improvements from the developer.

56%Game Brain Score

story, music

graphics, gameplay

57% User Score Based on 65 reviews

Critic Score 55%Based on 2 reviews

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Wave of Darkness is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Dreamatrix and was released on November 5, 2015. It received neutral reviews from both critics and players.

Wave of Darkness invites you to a huge dark and gritty fantasy world which can be explored the way you want and whenever you want. The world of Narr is corrupted by the mysterious and bloodthirsty cults, and you will have to do your best to free land from this malicious deviance.

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57%Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

story5 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game offers a unique spell crafting system that allows players to create personalized spells, adding depth to the gameplay.
There is a large open world to explore, filled with loot, quests, and secrets, providing a sense of adventure and discovery.
The developers are responsive to player feedback and are actively working on updates and improvements, showing commitment to enhancing the game.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes, unresponsive controls, and poorly designed inventory management.
The tutorial is lacking and can be confusing, leaving players unsure of how to progress or complete quests effectively.
Graphics and animations are dated, which detracts from the overall experience and immersion in the game world.

story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as having potential with a unique premise involving a monster invasion, but it suffers from poor quest design and unclear objectives, leading to player frustration. Many quests are either bugged or poorly marked, making it difficult to follow the narrative or feel engaged with the world. While there are interesting elements and a vast world to explore, the execution leaves much to be desired, resulting in a lack of immersion in the story.
- “Absolutely unique story: waves of monsters suddenly invade the land and people are in desperate search of a hero.”
- “Although I'm not a big fan of RPG games, I actually quite enjoyed, and I still am, playing this game on account of its really versatile game mechanics (especially creating complex spells) and interesting quests/storyline.”
- “The focus of the game is on story and exploration.”
- “The quest directions are usually pretty terrible and wrong.”
- “A lot of the quest texts are unclearly written, which can lead you to attempt the wrong thing (or go the wrong place) which gets frustrating fast.”
- “Apparently other people have this problem too as quests are given to the wrong location, some items are missing and quests are bugged, and it's just not worth it.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
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The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated and subpar for a 2015 title, often comparing them to visuals from much earlier years. While some players appreciate certain aesthetic elements and find the interface logical, the overall consensus is that the graphics are mediocre, poorly optimized, and do not match the promotional materials. Despite these shortcomings, a few users still find the game enjoyable, highlighting solid mechanics beneath the visual flaws.
- “What I was given was a visual delight with some of the most genuinely pleasing aesthetics I have seen in an indie title.”
- “Good game and nice graphics.”
- “Just so involved to do so but the music is really good, the graphics are nice, the interfaces are logical and the little icons up left are nice to get at all the info you want.”
- “This game runs poorly on any machine... the graphics are not the same compared to the screenshots of the store page!!!!”
- “I'll also say that I do agree that the graphics are definitely dated and the voice acting can be a bit spotty at times, but if you're willing to give it a chance, you'll find a well-made and feature-packed RPG underneath.”
- “Quality is missing in every dimension: control, animation of the main character, graphics quality, and basic quest chains.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding it lacking and uninstalling after a short time, while others appreciate the depth and variety, noting a solid 20-70+ hours of engaging RPG content. The rune mechanic adds a fresh puzzle element, though combat can feel clunky at times. Overall, the game offers familiar mechanics for RPG fans, with enjoyable spell creation and interesting quests.
- “The rune mechanic is also fresh as unlocking chests requires some kind of puzzle.”
- “70+ hours of good, above-average RPG gameplay is nothing to scoff at.”
- “Although I'm not a big fan of RPG games, I actually quite enjoyed playing this game due to its versatile game mechanics (especially creating complex spells) and interesting quests/storyline.”
- “The gameplay lasted about an hour until I decided to uninstall.”
- “The fighting mechanics are a little clunky now and then.”
- “The gameplay is very familiar for most RPG players.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting significant bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, particularly with skill and quest mechanics. However, others have noted improvements and fixes implemented by the developers, leading to a smoother experience without crashes during their playthroughs. Overall, while initial issues were prevalent, ongoing updates have helped enhance stability for some users.
- “This game has buggy skills and quests.”
- “I rather enjoyed my time with the game, but ultimately stopped playing because of the glitches.”
- “A lot of bugs; the spell dynamics in this game are horrible, and the spellcasting makes your character freeze until the spell is cast. I don't think that was intended, and the spell animation is the same no matter what you choose.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes and significant performance issues, even on high-end PC builds. Overall, the optimization is considered poor, detracting from the overall gaming experience.
- “The biggest issue for me was the optimization.”
- “The bad optimization and crashes did not really speed up my progress.”
- “This game offers bad optimization, possible crashes, and performance issues.”
- “I have a very decent PC build and can run anything new with high specs... the optimization of this game is horrid.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its smoothness and ability to enhance the overall experience without being distracting. While it may not be groundbreaking, the soundtrack effectively complements the game's atmosphere, contributing to an engaging and immersive environment.
- “The soothing music in the background made me last longer with this game while the battle sounds were not too disturbing or clunky as the rest of the game.”
- “This coupled with a soundtrack that helps to build on the feeling of the game makes for a truly inspiring gaming experience.”
- “Just so involved to do so, but the music is really good; the graphics are nice, the interfaces are logical, and the little icons in the top left are nice to access all the info you want.”
- “The graphics are not going to blow you away and neither is the music.”
- “The smoothing music in the background made me last longer with this game while the battle sounds were not too disturbing or clunky as the rest of the game.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted for its flexibility, allowing players to engage with it at their own pace. However, some players find certain elements, like the "hedgehog walls," to be confusing or illogical, detracting from the overall comedic experience.
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, especially when you encounter those ridiculous hedgehog walls that any functional being could easily climb over or around!”
- “I love how the game allows for exploration in any way and at any time, but the funny moments really shine through with the absurdity of certain obstacles!”
- “The witty dialogue and hilarious scenarios keep me laughing, especially when I find myself questioning the logic behind the game's quirky design choices!”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight the strong character development in the game, making it a recommended choice for fans of hack 'n slash action.
- “I would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes hack ‘n’ slash action with strong character development.”