The Darkness Getting Good Reviews

[gEEzER]

First two reviews are a 90 and 91.

Link:

http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ps3/darkness

[Dcontrol]

You seem to like that site don't you? :)

It may have had good reviews but it could always be rubbish. I remember PDZ had good reviews but I really didn't like that game. I'll wait for a demo or a full video review to appear on the net first before I make my mind up though.

[Raisedbyflames]

yeah looks the dogs bolloxs im getting this for the pc if they bring it out for the pc if not 360 all the way

as for a dirty comment i once pooh wanked i had diretic ---- in my hand and used it as lubricant to get my self off whilst watching pigeons eat bread that an old lady had throwen on the ground in the park fun times

[gEEzER]

You seem to like that site don't you? :)

It may have had good reviews but it could always be rubbish. I remember PDZ had good reviews but I really didn't like that game. I'll wait for a demo or a full video review to appear on the net first before I make my mind up though.

I haven't found a better one yet that lits as many reviews.

[Raisedbyflames]

it seems like a good game its not getting the attention it deserves im buyign it 100percent

[Master gamer]

Its made by starbreze studios there very good development team, yes it has a score of 91 in play magazine, really looking forward to the darkness can't wait.

[gEEzER]

They made Riddick which also scored well.

[bingo83]

Its also getting delayed on the PS3.

2K Games has confirmed to our sister site, Eurogamer.net, that the PlayStation 3 version of The Darkness has been delayed until July in Europe.

Retailers are reporting that the game will arrive on July 20 but 2K has simply stated that the current target is "July".

The Xbox 360 version of The Darkness is due out on June 29 as originally planned.

The game will be published by Take-Two and is being developed by Starbreeze, the studio who produced hit Xbox title The Chronicles of Riddick.

[HotFish]

Its also getting delayed on the PS3.

yep i have mentioned this before..bit of a shame why they keep pushing games back for no apparent reason lately on the ps3. Im still waiting for my answer from here (CM) from Codemasters as to why push CM Dirt back to September on the PS3 don't they realise Liar, Heavenly Sword and GTA just around the corner.

But as for The Darkness i will prob end up with it as it looks great

[gEEzER]

It's absurd that North america gets the game on time and the Uk gets the 360 version on time as well.

It appears that the game will be worth waiting for. IGN gave the 360 version an 8.5. The PS3 version is probably very similar.

Link to IGN review:

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/798/798765p2.html


The Darkness UK Review

The game as a whole is riddled with strange attempts at comedy, which are sometimes incongruous given the underlying themes of demonic possession and eternal damnation. Even weirder are the almost Shenmue-like levels of irrelevance, particularly as regards television. There's an early sequence where Jackie visits his girlfriend's flat, and they both sit on the sofa and start watching telly. She refuses to let him have the remote control and unless you storm out immediately you are forced to watch the best part of the opening hour of seminal racial drama To Kill A Mocking Bird, starring Gregory Peck. While it's undeniably a moving film, you have to question whether this is the time and the place, particularly as once it's started you can't get up, and have no choice but to restart from the previous checkpoint. On the plus side, it's probably the ten easiest Achievement Points you'll ever earn.


http://xbox360media.ign.com/xbox360/image/article/798/798765/the-darkness-20070622065739604-000.jpg (http://media.xbox360.ign.com/media/720/720416/img_4645900.html) One minute you're in Noo Yoik, the next you're in the trenches of World War One...



The madness continues when you slaughter a roomful of mob guys using your tentacles and pet goblins, then calmly sit down and watch the original black & white version of Flash Gordon. You can also pick up a phone, dial a random number and get an earful of abuse. This sort of thing suggest either that Starbreeze has an eye for detail, or that they finished the bulk of the game some time ago and have been desperately passing the time. Either way, it gives the game a near unprecedented level of quirkiness.

As for the main action, visually and stylistically, the closest comparison on 360 is probably Condemned, although The Darkness (http://xbox360.ign.com/objects/720/720416.html) is nowhere as psychologically terrifying. Perhaps due to the ludicrous scenario and over-the-top voice acting it simply isn't scary, and the main sensation it induces is panic as you desperately try to run for cover with your ridiculous tentacles flapping all over the place.

In fact it's actually as much a love story as a horror story, although this rapidly changes when you get shot and wake up in the trenches of World War I. No kidding, one minute you're having a stand-off with your uncle Paulie, the next you're chasing a Nazi with a nasty case of trench foot. This sizeable twist is apparently in the comics, and is supposed to represent hell on earth, enabling you to come closer to the mystery of just why you have half an octopus on your back.


http://xbox360media.ign.com/xbox360/image/article/798/798765/the-darkness-20070622065738229-000.jpg (http://media.xbox360.ign.com/media/720/720416/img_4645898.html) The Gunner Darkling can mow down the enemy but keep him away from the light.



It's admittedly a seismic shift of events, but one that is in keeping with the overriding strangeness of the game. As well as being a unique mix of shooting and demonology, by this stage you're actually interested in the story, not least to see what madness it throws up next.



Closing Comments
After all the hype you’d be forgiven for thinking there were no more surprises left, but The Darkness throws up a few treats. The inclusion of The Darkness powers and the ability to summon Darklings adds a fresh dimension to the shooter genre, plus the tempo of the action is fast enough to keep you hooked all the way through. It’s a shame the multiplayer games feels so tacked on – although the option to play as a Darkling is neat. Despite this The Darkness is one of the more original shooters of this or indeed any year.

IGN UK Ratings for The Darkness (X360)

8.5 Presentation
High production values means The Darkness is at times almost movie-like. No visible interface is a nice touch too.

8.0 Graphics
It looks state-of-the art, but not quite as gory as you might imagine - apart from the heart-devouring, that is.

7.5 Sound
Yadda-yadda New Yoik accents can grate a bit, but the hilariously over-the-top voice of The Darkness adds to the atmosphere.

8.5 Gameplay
The controls are somewhat unwieldy at first but not so much as they break the game. Darkness powers provide a fresh angle on a tired genre.

8.0 Lasting Appeal
You could probably tear though it in a couple of days, plus multiplayer adds longevity.

8.5
Great OVERALL
(out of 10 / not an average)

[gEEzER]

gamesrader gives The Darkness a 9\10.

Link:

http://www.gamesradar.com/us/xbox360/game/reviews/article.jsp?articleId=20070625145339808081&releaseId=20060303131525831098&sectionId=1000&pageId=20070625145931993063


Arrrgh. One save system. (N)

[gEEzER]

Just got the game. The graphics are ----ING awesome. There are automatic Save points throughout the game. Checkpoints basically so no worries.

[mitchw01]

Yeah ive been interested in this game for a while now. But will wait a bit for it. As Ive No Money!