Darksiders Genesis Reviews

Darksiders Genesis is ranked in the 75th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
4.8 / 5.0
Mar 3, 2020

I definitely recommend this game for anyone who wants something that is story driven but wants something to play casually without having to commit to a 1000-hour saga.

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3.2 / 5.0
Feb 25, 2020

If you're a Darksiders diehard, consider picking up Daksiders Genesis on a different platform. It's near unplayable on the Switch, but has the seeming makings of a better outcome, elsewhere.

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3.7 / 5.0
Feb 14, 2020

It is pretty clear [Darksiders Genesis] didn’t get the same level of attention as its predecessors.

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Spaziogames
DottorKillex
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Feb 13, 2020

We really liked the new direction Airship Syndicate gave the IP and we hope that the next title in the series will be quite similar to Darksiders Genesis.

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Ben Dye
Top Critic
9 / 10
Dec 30, 2019

THQ has just declared open warfare on the likes of Blizzard, Runic Games, and the other ARPG big dogs.

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Impulsegamer
Jeremy Carr
Top Critic
4.5 / 5.0
Dec 25, 2019

A prequel to the incredible Darksiders franchise.

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KeenGamer
Hrvoje Smoljic
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Dec 24, 2019

After a field trip into Dark Souls land, Darksiders Genesis is a triumphant comeback of the beloved franchise to its true self. While it might not be the most important entry in the franchise story-wise, it's by far the most ambitious one in terms of gameplay. Despite some small issues, it manages to be a fun, straightforward action experience that has us quivering in anticipation for the future of the franchise.

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9 / 10.0
Dec 14, 2019

Literal moves you performed as War in the original game are transferred to perfection here -- Darksiders Genesis is simply <b>Honey I Shrunk the Horseman</b>, but that's okay.

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8 / 10.0
Dec 4, 2019

Thanks to the passage from the action-adventure genre to the hack 'n' slash with isometric view, Darksiders Genesis demonstrates how the series can evolve without losing its core.

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Gamersky
棘皮动物的野望
Top Critic
8.3 / 10.0
Dec 11, 2019

Despite the story of Darksider Genesis is pretty mediocre, the combat system and puzzle-solving design are impressive. With a beautiful Diablo-like aesthetic, it also presents us a fascinated world.

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8.7 / 10.0
Dec 6, 2019

Darksiders Genesis translates everything from its 3rd person predecessors perfectly, I have zero complaints about the gameplay itself. The additional core system and the myriad of upgrades ensures boredom never sets in and I highly recommend anyone who's got an even passing interest in this gives it a go.

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9 / 10.0
Dec 5, 2019

Despite the drastically different change in perspective, the game feels quintessentially Darksiders. For fans, it is a must-play. For anyone with even a passing interest, it is also a must-play.

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8 / 10.0
Dec 4, 2019

Airship Syndicate has created a game that both fans and those new to the series can jump into and have a great deal of fun. And thanks to co-op, it no longer has to be a solitary affair.

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Dec 4, 2019

Darksiders Genesis is an incredibly solid adaptation of the IP that brings both War and Strife into a new genre without losing the heart of the franchise.

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7 / 10.0
Dec 18, 2019

With a little bit of refinement, and by committing wholly to the notion of adopting a new identity, Darksiders could definitely make itself a staple of the genre.

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7 / 10.0
Dec 9, 2019

Darksiders Genesis delivers a nice installment to the Darksiders series by sporting a different look while playing it safe.

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8.3 / 10.0
Mar 9, 2020

A true return to form, this is a prequel that gives audiences the chance to once again bask in the wonderful hack and slash glory, this time with a friend and a whole new perspective. Topping it all off with an intriguing story that acts as a cardinal chapter in the story’s canon, Darksiders Genesis completes the tetralogy with Horseman Strife, style, and substance.

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7 / 10.0
Mar 1, 2020

Darksiders Genesis is a decent yet confused game. It provides enjoyable combat and boss fights, but ruins their potential with excessive emphasis on puzzle and platformer sections of the game. The problem is that this section has been poorly designed. The story and the narrative are acceptable, but on the other hand, the environments are lifeless. Despite all of this, Darksiders Genesis can be an enjoyable title for the fans of the series or those who want something to keep them occupied while they wait for Diablo

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9 / 10
Mar 4, 2020

The first 15 minutes of Darksiders Genesis is enough to prove that it's far better than Darksiders 3, and shows why Airship Syndicate should continue to work on the series. If you are a fan of the genre, Genesis is definitely one of your top choices.

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8.8 / 10.0
Feb 23, 2020

Without a doubt Darksiders Genesis is one of the best isometric action-RPGs of all time. Almos everything in this game is amazing and well placed. It takes you to a journey with 2 cool brothers War and Strife and either you play it co-op or single player, this journey is fantastic. Action, puzzles and platforming parts are completely balanced and with so many collectible,challenges and secrets in the world, replay value is high. Unlike previous games, Darksiders Genesis has isometric camera, but other than that it is a complete Darksiders in every aspects. Of course the game has issues like some weird technical problems, various types of bugs and not so efficient map, but these are nothing compare to beautiful art style, deep balanced gameplay, high replay value, high quality upgrade system, amazing boss fights, 2 cool protagonists with completely diffrent gameplay style and also nice co-op mode. Darksiders Genesis is a must buy for fans of series or if you are looking for amzing action-RPGs like Diablo. it's 30 $ but it has much more high quality contents than many 60 $ games. Now we want next Darksiders Genesis with Death and Fury!

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