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Dark Messiah of Might and Magic (PC)

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Developer: Arkane Studios
Publisher: Ubisoft
Game Details: Dark Messiah of Might & Magic puts players in a first-person perspective, allowing them to immerse
Dark Messiah of Might & Magic puts players in a first-person perspective, allowing them to immerse themselves in the legendary Might and Magic universe as never before. It is also the world's first fantasy action game to feature a complete first-person combat system. It takes full advantage of the Source Engine's exceptional technological enhancements in areas such as character animation, advanced AI, real-world physics and shader-based rendering. [Ubisoft]
Developer: Arkane Studios
Publisher: Ubisoft
Genre(s): Action Shooter Shooter First-Person Fantasy Fantasy Arcade
Number of players: 32 Online
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Rating: M
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Metascore Mixed or average reviews
21 Positive Ratings 47%
21 Mixed Ratings 47%
2 Negative Ratings 4%
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"The core first-person melee combat is incredibly solid and the exploration, storytelling, and character growth are integrated brilliantly to create a unique and compelling experience." ... Read full review
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Play Magazine
"While a bit unbalanced in its current incarnation, the MP Crusade mode is a nice bonus that should improve over time. [Dec. 2006, p.100]"
80
"You won't remember Dark Messiah's busty-woman character guide, but you will remember the sheer joy of mutilating the orcish, undead and assorted monstrous hordes in a variety of imaginative ways. When mass slaughter is as imaginative as this, it can't help but be memorable." ... Read full review
70
"Far from perfect but Dark Messiah has entertaining fantasy action. Dispatching foes in imaginative ways is the highlight." ... Read full review
70
"Though the first-person combat isn't as precise as it could be, this one's still a good choice for some online magic blasting fun. Just don't expect a memorable story or characters if you're more interested in the single player content." ... Read full review
67
"A let down; not a terrible game, but disappointingly short of its potential." ... Read full review
40
"It's quickly clear that Dark Messiah is a "Half-Life 2"-style rail ride, but with "Deus Ex"-style character development." ... Read full review
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User Score Generally favorable reviews
982 Positive Ratings 85%
98 Mixed Ratings 8%
66 Negative Ratings 5%
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stu_collier
Mar 3, 2011
This is possibly the funnest game i have ever played due the casual violence, hilarious AI and brilliant one liners the enemies come out withThis is possibly the funnest game i have ever played due the casual violence, hilarious AI and brilliant one liners the enemies come out with the best being "HEY PAL!" Black guard "DEFILLER" Necromancer and "ABOMINATION" Orc when you get the game or if you have it you will know why it is so funny. Other hilarious components include spazzing corpes, people slipping on ice (especially off cliffs) and of course pinning a orc to a swinging ham if you find this it will make your day (i was in stiches). The AI on this game is incredible if you kick a enemy down the stairs he runs straight back up for more! oh yes and this game has a rich combat and skill upgrade system (btw avoid poison resistance) a very good game buy it now! Expand
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ValentineM.
Jun 12, 2007
Wonderful game... And the highest mark is for it! Optimal choice for fanatics of Might&Magic games line.
10
SeanE.
Aug 14, 2008
A brilliant game, some brilliant graphics with the source engine, but which are easily over looked. The story is somewhat short but A brilliant game, some brilliant graphics with the source engine, but which are easily over looked. The story is somewhat short but satisfying, tending to bring out the darker side in people, with awe inspiring game play and none stop action, i would recommend this to anyone with a taste for blood. Expand
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TeodorIkonomov
Dec 3, 2006
The Best Game Ever
9
VictorV.
Jan 2, 2008
Excellent gameplay, very good story, outstanding graphics!
8
ElvenR.
Mar 15, 2007
Being a Hardcore Casual RPG gamer, I am surprised at the very different gameplay of Dark Messiah. The lack of leveling is...not quite irking, Being a Hardcore Casual RPG gamer, I am surprised at the very different gameplay of Dark Messiah. The lack of leveling is...not quite irking, not quite satisfying...definitely intriguing. I like the skill leveling, and it seems to take some time to earn the few skills the game offers. The use of the Rope Bow is repetitive but satisfying, but the thrill of finding new weapons and armor are diminished by little, if any real evidence of significance. I love the Lightning Daggers when used against Orcs, but if you can't see your target for your arms...I also like that arrows are at a certain premium, as well. Annoying, but realistic. And why is there not a place to sell extra items? Why collect all those Orcish Cleavers if not to make a profit, not that collecting them makes any difference. All in all, however, Dark Messiah creates a new and invigorating experience for me, and I continue to go back for more. I am in the process of accessing the Multiplayer addition to try out the Coliseum. Expand
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LukeM.
Oct 31, 2006
Best Game Ever!!!!