The Darkness PlayStation 3
User Score
7.6 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 63 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 47 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 63
  3. Negative: 9 out of 63

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  1. DavisP.
    Jun 27, 2007
    10
    Amazing game! The best game to come out this year so far. The storyline is engaging, the atmosphere is wounderful, the voiceacting flawless and the graphics stunning. Starbreeze has done it again, The Darkness is a masterpice, so get ready to embrace the darkness!
  2. Alan
    Jul 14, 2007
    9
    If you like fps games(which i don't) you won't like this. It is really more of a 3rd person shooter from the 1st person view if that makes any sense. instead of running in and shooting everything you have to think a little first about what you are going to do. really an 8 overall, but i give a 9 for the demon that says 'i like penguins'.
  3. JeffA.
    Jun 26, 2007
    10
    From the opening sequence to the action to the gripping storyline, The Darkness is a heart pounding thrillride that grabs you from beginning to end. Embrace the darkness with it's twisted humor, lifelike characters, gore, adventure and truly next gen graphics. A smash hit that could easily be a blockbuster movie.
  4. BrianH.
    Jun 30, 2007
    9
    Stellar game. The joy of pulling of execution moves, eating enemies hearts, and hurling their dead bodies 70ft into the night's sky is unmatched by anything I've played. Trying to juggle dead enemies with the demon claw kept me busy for hours! Unfortunately, I've been experiencing lag on both my PS3 version and my mate's 360 version during on-line play.
  5. TuomasK.
    Jul 25, 2007
    9
    One of the best games in PS3 right now.It has extra content against it's XO counterpart and plays and looks tid bit better.Story is awesome and this first game that gives u the sense of being dominating over opponents,but don't worry this game isin't easy.One of the best I have played.There is also patch coming that will fix multiplayer issues and i think everryone should get this.Don't listen to those whiners,they own Xbox and just bitching because of that.… Expand
  6. GabrielM.
    Jun 27, 2007
    10
    An extraordinary storytelling masterpiece. Starbreeze studios has done it again, With references to Riddick (i.e. Ciggarette packs resembling the collectibles) this game deserves way more than an 85. P.S., IGN, this game's AI is remarkable and very challlenging, and the gameplay is magnificent.) The only real problem with this game is that it is so good, that it feels shorter than it really is. the open world city is a plus for me, exploring wherever you want is fun. one time someone tried to rob me (Jackie) and i laughed my ass off as i killed him with an execution, which never really do get old.… Expand
  7. fouSieva
    Sep 6, 2010
    9
    Great Game with one of my favorite moments in Videogame History.
    Gameplay and Graphics arent perfect but pendling between good/average and awesome!
    But the Story, is the reason for this game, to make it a must have (and the grad mike patton syncrho).
  8. Vixremento
    Jun 7, 2011
    9
    I've just started re-playing this again after watching the review for the second game (it's been three years already...wowzers!) and I forgot how much I enjoyed it. I guess it's like a lot of things in life - it's an acquired taste that you have to have for it. It was one of the first games I bought for my PS3 and I was a little worried that I wouldn't enjoy it because of the FPS gameplay but I was wrong (I actually can't stand FPS games on a console...especially games like COD - strange huh?). The graphics were seriously awesome and the exploration and side quests were fun too (sure a bit slow sometimes but I was enjoying it so who cares). I remember playing it initially and thinking "damn it's not over yet - YES!" and then when it ended I was upset and cursed at how short it was. Tonight through till Friday I'll be replaying this fantastic little gem that I'll never get rid of (unless the second one is better :p) so let's see if I can finish it again before inFamous 2 comes along.… Collapse

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Metascore
80 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 35 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 35
  3. Negative: 1 out of 35
  1. Play UK
    91
    The Darkness combines the best bits of mafia and war films, producing one complete, intriguing experience...Few licensed games go beyond the realms of their source material, but The Darkness does it in a fun, gritty and engaging way. [Issue#154, p.62]
  2. 1UP
    90
    It also feels like a more polished game, and the base mechanics work extremely well by the time you reach the end of the single-player campaign. It doesn't quite have "Riddick's" pacing, due to the open city that asks you to find your own way through, but it presents a better feeling of accomplishment and familiarity by the end.
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  3. Game Informer
    88
    Interactive storytelling is rarely this good, and there are few game endings that make you sit back and think, “Man, what if I did this instead?” like this one does. For its amazing narrative and believability of characters, and the twisted joys that come from being a slave of a demon, The Darkness will keep you enthralled, even when the gameplay lags a little behind.
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