Recording summary · November 2022
DO NOT BUY Warhammer 40,000： Darktide - BROKEN GAME
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Overview
Daniel evaluated Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, finding it bland, dull, and uninspired in comparison to Warhammer: Vermintide 2 despite preferring the 40K setting.
Severe technical issues disrupted the experience, featuring choppy performance on a gaming laptop and repeated server disconnections every 40 seconds to a minute.
Criticisms targeted the visual design, repetitive combat, uninteresting weaponry, bland enemies, and lack of tension, leading to an overall rating of 6.2 out of 10 and a refund request.
Themes
Warhammer franchise distinctions separating Warhammer Fantasy from the futuristic 40K universe.
Co-op gameplay mechanics comparing Darktide against Left 4 Dead and Vermintide 2.
Hardware and performance issues on an RTX 3060 Razer Blade Pro laptop.
Frequent server disconnections occurring despite the use of a bonded four-SIM internet connection.
Aesthetic contrasts between Darktide environments and Vermintide 2 cityscapes.
Equipment and combat impressions addressing the shovel, laser gun, and button spam.
Critique of enemy variety, special infected designs, and player character choices.
Final score rating of 6.2 out of 10 and the decision to seek a refund.
Developments
Daniel evaluated Warhammer 40,000: Darktide on a gaming laptop.
Daniel assigned the game a 6.2 out of 10 rating and pursued a refund.
Uncertainties & gaps
Whether player grenades inflict friendly fire damage.