Beyond certain similarities, Darq uses several very original and personal mechanics in his proposal, one of the main ones being the possibility of playing with gravity to rotate the scenarios. Thus, in August 2019 it was released for digital download platforms in Pc Darq, a gloomy and ominous title of exploration and lateral development puzzles, in the vein of titles such as Limbo or Inside by Playdead, or Little Nightmares by Tarsier Studios. The doubts about the project were soon cleared up, to the point that the almighty Epic, given the good looks of the project, offered the developer an exclusive contract with its digital store, an offer that he kindly declined.
The fact that the developer behind the project, Unfold Games, is made up of a single person whose first commercial title was going to be the one that concerns us, made us be cautious with our expectations. Relative surprise, because it was already coming off a successful crowdfunding campaign, and the material that was submitted for that campaign was already aiming high. Can you figure out a way to escape, or will your nightmare last forever? Read moreĮxperience DARQ’s amazing lucid dream and brilliantly designed brain teaser.In the summer of 2019, a humble independent development title turned out to be one of the surprises of the year.
Sneak past or bend the laws of physics to get around them.Įxperience DARQ’s amazing lucid dream and brilliantly designed brain teaser. Lloyd is no fighter, just one hit from these enemies and you’re a goner. Nightmarish creatures wait in the shadows to ensnare you. If you’re good, you may even discover a secret or two. Walk on walls and ceilings to reach new areas or cause objects to crash. Turn each room around like a 3D cube to solve challenging puzzles and get around obstacles. Knowing you’re in your own dream gives you some measure of control.
The scary atmosphere, brilliantly rendered environment and spooky sound design will keep you on your toes. With no way to wake up, Lloyd must descend into his subconscious and find a means to escape or end up sleeping forever.Įxplore a black and white world reminiscent of Tim Burton films and classic horror movies. An unusual platform puzzle game, you play Lloyd, a young boy trapped in a dream that's turned into a nightmare. If you’ve ever been trapped in a lucid dream you can’t wake up from, you’ll understand the terror of DARQ.