Now i've never read the comics, so i bought The Darkness because it looked cool. And i was right, the game is really cool, and also pretty different from other FPS games. What sets it apart, is the settings, the story and of course the massive appendages coming out of the protagonist's body. The story is about Jackie Estacado, a mafia hitman, who is in the process of being rubbed out. The game is set in modern times, and in modern America. What makes the game good is it does have some subtle RPG elements to eat, such as the more hearts you eat leads to 'the darkness' leveling up, giving you new abilities. The menus in the game however, are the opposite from the gameplay. They are hard to use and navigate, and unless you have a HDTV, chances are you won't be able to read or use the map, or anything else really in the menu. Sometimes the gameplay gets confusing, such as not much explanation on what to do, where to go etc. although its usually straight forward, sometimes it can annoy you, and with the lack of a HUD, makes it even worse sometimes. Luckily, the game is left open for a possible sequel, and with online play the fun continues (although anybody is rarely on the online servers). So if you like FPS and dark, gruesome, gory, compelling and fun, then pick up The Darkness. I paid $63 for it, and although i beat it in around a week, it was still worth the experience. Go for it!
This, at its core is a first person shooter that plays exactly like other shooters, except you are the darkness. This game lets you be the horror, instead of facing it. You will strike fear in hearts. Here is a few ex... Read Full Review
THE GOOD: Impressive graphics, engrossing story, well-developed characters, excellent voice acting, insane violence and gore. THE BAD: Too easy, tedious traveling, and little replay value. The Darkness is full of g... Read Full Review
