Dark Sector

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 149 Ratings

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  • Summary: An all-new and original action-thriller designed exclusively for next-generation consoles, Dark Sector thrusts players into the role of Hayden Tenno, an elite black-ops agent sent on a dangerous mission into a decaying Eastern European city that hides a deadly Cold War secret. Attacked by anAn all-new and original action-thriller designed exclusively for next-generation consoles, Dark Sector thrusts players into the role of Hayden Tenno, an elite black-ops agent sent on a dangerous mission into a decaying Eastern European city that hides a deadly Cold War secret. Attacked by an unknown enemy, he awakens to find part of his body altered by an infection that has granted him inhuman abilities and he must learn to evolve along with his powers, to survive and to become a hero. A dark, gritty experience packed with fast action, incredible superpowers and an engaging story. [D3Publisher of America]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 30 out of 71
  3. Negative: 4 out of 71
  1. Game Chronicles
    91
    This is the surprise action game of the year, not that the arrival is any surprise; D3 has been hyping this title for nearly two years, but the sheer quality and originality of gameplay, mostly thanks to a single little throwing weapon, makes this a must-play title for any action gamer.
  2. Gaming Nexus
    83
    Outside of a few issues Dark Sector does a good job of blending the elements of action, story, and interaction that create a fun, enjoyable gaming experience.
  3. GameZone
    80
    Dark Sector is engaging and addictive, but only the first time through. After beating the game, you will more than likely find yourself searching for a reason to work through the storyline again.
  4. Gaming Age
    75
    While it sure isn't a AAA game, it's hard to fault Dark Sector for anything past the seriously broken melee attack.
  5. Gameplayer
    70
    All the pieces are there, it’s just missing that magic spark that turns a good game into a great one.
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  6. Totally360
    70
    So in essence then, Dark Sector contains some good ideas, some quite obviously stolen ones and for a game that has spent 4 years in development it feels a tiny bit disappointing and seriously lacking in fine tuning or play-testing.
  7. Game Revolution
    33
    Every aspect of this game is horribly average, derivative, unpolished, or worse. Half-assed, floaty, imprecise character movement. Half-assed melee combat. Half-assed cover mechanic. Half-assed weapon upgrade system. Half-assed sound design and mixing. Quarter-assed story. No-assed AI.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 43
  3. Negative: 3 out of 43
  1. AndrewS.
    Apr 2, 2008
    10
    This game is amaaaaaazing, don't waste your time reading the magazine reviews, its kind of messed up to see so many midocre reviews, This game is amaaaaaazing, don't waste your time reading the magazine reviews, its kind of messed up to see so many midocre reviews, when this games production value, and story and graphics ,sound are all so great. I would even make the bold statement that I had more fun playing this, than Gears of War's "single player campaign", I know , some will disagree, but i am not a fan boy , I enjoyed Gears, but this was more entertaining as far as a single player story goes. you can even upgrade your weapons! This game is worth a purchase easily. The only thing lacking is a good multiplayer, but I will gladly take an GREAT single player experience any day of the week.… Expand
  2. Mick
    Mar 28, 2008
    10
    Got this game today and been playing for one hour. I just can't get enough. It's just sad that these type of games don't Got this game today and been playing for one hour. I just can't get enough. It's just sad that these type of games don't entertain everybody. This rocks and hard.… Expand
  4. AbelD.
    May 22, 2008
    9
    While certain things about the game were poorly implemented (no auto aim help, and a lack of any tutorial missions) and the game throwing you While certain things about the game were poorly implemented (no auto aim help, and a lack of any tutorial missions) and the game throwing you right in at the deep end from the beginning. this game was incredibly underrated by the critics, I rented it then loved it so much I bought it. It's a third person shooter with puzzle elements that's actually difficult. That's right a game where you might actually die once in a while, unfortunately recently in gaming there's such a large market for interactive movies where dying is almost non-existant (gears of war, Halo 3) that when a difficult game comes along it scares the critics. Brilliant game and a must have in any collection.… Expand
  5. brandoncogdill
    Apr 12, 2008
    8
    It's better than the a lot of the reviewers said. It does borrow a lot from Gears of War, but that doesn't make it bad; after all,It's better than the a lot of the reviewers said. It does borrow a lot from Gears of War, but that doesn't make it bad; after all, Gerars borrowed from Resident Evil and others. If you know that going in, and you liked Gears or RE4, you'll most likely have fun playing it. The game's play is fun, despite a lackluster plot.… Expand
  6. DeanA.
    May 31, 2008
    8
    It's uniqueness is he glaive. not too many people know about this game, however I think i's worth having a look. The controls and It's uniqueness is he glaive. not too many people know about this game, however I think i's worth having a look. The controls and the puzzles are a bit. It reminds me of RE4 in some ways.… Expand
  7. Homes
    Jul 4, 2008
    7
    Graphics were great. The galive was fun as were the powers. Sadly the repetive levels, i mean every section of every level was the same 8 out Graphics were great. The galive was fun as were the powers. Sadly the repetive levels, i mean every section of every level was the same 8 out of 10 times. You at one end enemies at other, foight to end behind cover. For as long as this game was developed i was disappointed by the fact that the bodies only disconnect at the waist knees and elbows. The story may be the worst video game story this year or even decade. It makes halo 3 and gears look like epics. What cutscenes there were made no sense and seemed to be completely random in plot function. Lastly the subs don't match up with teh dialogue but this is just a minor concern.… Expand
  8. ChrisH.
    Apr 8, 2008
    0
    Absolutely terrible game, if we keep paying for sub-standard products like this they will keep making them, so don't!

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#88 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#32 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2008