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Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals is a multiplayer horror party game with multiple modes where players take on the role of monsters or mortals from Dark Deception's universe (and other universes) and fight for soul shards in nightmarish mazes!
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals is a indie, horror and multiplayer game
developed and published by Glowstick Entertainment.
Released on November 02nd 2020 is available in English only on Windows.
It has received 2,854 reviews of which 2,294 were positive and 560 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 3.99€ on Steam.
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Windows
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8.1, Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5-4330/AMD FX-6300
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 2GB/ AMD Radeon R7 370 2GB
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 3 GB available space
- Additional Notes: 60fps low settings at 1080p
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Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals, developed and published by Glowstick Entertainment, transforms the sinister world of the original Dark Deception into a fast-paced multiplayer experience that mixes horror, strategy, and action. Unlike the original, which focused on a single player trapped in maze-like nightmares, this entry invites players to step into both sides of the conflict—mortals and monsters—across a variety of modes. It’s an ambitious concept that combines the thrill of survival with the chaos of competition, creating a hybrid of maze-chase gameplay and asymmetrical horror combat. Glowstick Entertainment set out to craft a game that balances tension with accessibility, offering both longtime fans of the series and newcomers a chance to experience its twisted charm in a new, social format. At its core, Monsters & Mortals is structured around several distinct game modes that keep the experience varied. Maze Escape is the most recognizable to fans of the franchise: four mortals must collect a set number of soul shards scattered across a maze before escaping, all while being relentlessly hunted by one or more monsters. The tension escalates as players race to complete objectives, triggering traps and power-ups along the way. Shard Mayhem, on the other hand, removes mortals from the equation entirely, pitting monsters against each other in a competitive free-for-all where they fight to gather the most shards. Soul Collection adds another layer of unpredictability—players start as mortals, but the lowest scorer at the end of each round transforms into a monster, shifting the balance of power mid-game. Each mode builds on the same foundation of frantic movement and resource collection but adds just enough variation to keep players on edge. The game’s atmosphere is one of its strongest features. Glowstick Entertainment retains the unsettling visual style that made the original Dark Deception memorable—neon corridors, flickering lights, distorted laughter, and an uneasy sense that danger could be lurking just around the next turn. Every maze is meticulously designed to capture both dread and excitement, and the environments manage to blend horror aesthetics with arcade-like energy. The character designs also deserve praise, particularly the monsters, who are both grotesque and exaggerated in ways that make them stand out. The sound design is equally effective: eerie music cues, sudden roars, and footsteps echoing down corridors all serve to heighten tension. Despite its competitive nature, Monsters & Mortals never loses the sense of dread that defines the Dark Deception series, creating a tone that’s simultaneously creepy and playful. Gameplay mechanics are straightforward but effective, merging the accessibility of a multiplayer arena game with the adrenaline rush of survival horror. Each character—whether mortal or monster—has unique abilities that alter the flow of a match. Mortals tend to rely on agility, traps, and strategy, while monsters boast raw power and specialized attacks. The result is a dynamic interplay between evasion and aggression, where quick thinking often determines victory. Power-ups scattered across the map can grant temporary boosts or devastating abilities, adding another strategic layer to the chase. The controls are intuitive, and matches are short enough to encourage replayability, making it easy to jump in for quick sessions without feeling fatigued. Despite the simplicity of its mechanics, the game can become surprisingly intense, especially when the balance shifts suddenly and players are forced to adapt on the fly. However, while the concept is clever, execution issues hold the experience back from reaching its full potential. One of the most frequent complaints from players concerns the matchmaking system and the difficulty of organizing games with friends. Because there’s no dedicated party system, coordinating matches often requires workarounds or sheer luck to land in the same lobby. Additionally, the relatively small player base can make finding consistent matches difficult, particularly outside peak hours. Balance issues between characters have also been a recurring problem; certain monsters can dominate the field depending on the mode, leading to frustration among players seeking fair competition. The developers have released updates and patches over time to address these concerns, but maintaining equilibrium in an asymmetrical multiplayer game is a constant challenge, and Monsters & Mortals still struggles with consistency in that regard. Despite these shortcomings, the game remains a creative and enjoyable experiment. The core idea—merging a horror maze with competitive multiplayer—works well in concept and often succeeds in practice, especially when playing with friends or in an active community. Each match can swing from comedic chaos to nerve-wracking terror in seconds, capturing the unpredictable spirit of both party games and horror titles. The inclusion of crossover DLCs featuring characters from other indie horror franchises adds novelty and replay value, appealing to genre fans who enjoy seeing familiar faces in new contexts. Even when technical or balance issues arise, there’s a sense of passion behind the project that makes it easy to appreciate what Glowstick Entertainment attempted to achieve. Ultimately, Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals stands as a bold reinterpretation of the series’ formula, transforming its claustrophobic tension into social, competitive fun without losing its macabre charm. It’s a game that thrives on chaos, laughter, and adrenaline rather than sheer fear, offering an experience that’s as much about unpredictable moments as it is about victory. While it may lack the polish and stability of larger multiplayer titles, it compensates with originality, atmosphere, and personality. For fans of asymmetrical horror games or those who simply want something different from traditional shooters or survival titles, Monsters & Mortals delivers a distinct and often thrilling experience that proves horror can be both terrifying and entertaining when shared with others. Rating: 7/10
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This is a very overlooked game. There's so much here but hardly anyone is online these days. Now I do like this game, I like it a lot, but there are some very prevalent issues. I'm not going to just state all the problems I have with this game and leave it at that. Instead, I'm gonna list my positives and negatives and let whomever reads this decide how they feel. Positives: (+) A fun multiplayer battle: This game is a lot of fun with friends or online (if you can find enough people). There is a lot of maps, characters, and game modes to keep the player entertained as long as they have a party to play with. (+) All three gamemodes are equally enjoyable and provide their own unique challenges and gamestyles. This combined with the maps and characters allows for so much strategy and meta development for whatever gameplay the user wants. (+) There is no separation between those who have purchased DLC and those who haven't. If the host has DLC, you can still play on the DLC maps normally even if you don't have that specific dlc, you just won't have the characters. (+) The bosses and traps are unique and add another level of intensity to the game more than just players fighting each other for shards. This forces them to change their tactics to adapt to the map. Neutrals: (/): You can't really choose a map or gamemode, instead it is randomized. To offset not being able to choose, if the host doesn't like the gamemode or map, they can reshuffle the game once. This isn't that fun if it's not the gamemode anyone wants to play, but it does push you out of your comfort zone. Not necessarily a good thing, but not too bad of a thing to put in negative. (/): Some maps are so large that you're probably not really gonna find anyone and can just pick up shards freely and probably win the game because you didn't have any interactions. Negatives: (-) There's practically no one online. Unless you're lucky and play on a day where there are just enough people, your only way to actually play the game is with friends. (-) There are still some glitches that can ruin the game. I encountered some in the Monstrum DLC map where I got stuck in the handrail and couldn't move at all. There are also match making issues like uneven teams. One Mortal Escape game started with only one mortal and three monsters. I do hope these bugs do get fixed. (-) The DLC feels way too overpowered almost like this game you have to already pay money for is also pay to win with the DLCs. I find myself never really using the base Monsters and Mortals cast because there's a DLC character that I think does the job better. The balancing is pretty wonky. (-) If a host quits a game or loses connection, the whole server crumbles and everyone gets booted with seemingly no prize for those who win. So if a host were to have a bad time and rage quit, the game would immediately end. (-) Some of the DLC is overpriced for the actual content that they provide, so your best bet to buy something that you want and for it to be worth it, you'd need to wait for the summer sale or something like that, but also to actually make use of your DLC, you'd need someone to actually play the game with (see negative #1). Overall, I still really love this game because I find it fun when I do get to play. It's not the greatest fighting game, but it is still enjoyable enough for me to confidently say that I do recommend this game... Slightly hoping that higher recommendations will get more people to see this game and buy it because I am desperate to actually play on a server again, please I'm begging whomever reads this to get the game.
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PLEASE! PLEASE! PLEASE! THIS GAME IS SUPER FUN!! ESPECIALLY WITH FRIENDS!!! PLEASE BUY THIS GAME AND PLAY IT CUZ....atm...it is very much...dead :3
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i saw some friend review and he said its like pac-man i didnt see it that way but its true after thinking about it lol maze and you collect crystals and chase and fight or run... it can get some chaos i was hunting achievements with friends but i still got my fun out of it but sadly when i tried against people i didnt get chance against dlcs characters many dead games like this and with bugs but it still can be fun if you have friends to play with especially that you all can get it so cheap in sales time... btw i was lucky to play the silent hill map <3
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This game is fun, but it comes at the cost of it being dead. Get some friends to play with
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Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals is currently priced at 3.99€ on Steam.
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 3.99€ on Steam.
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals received 2,294 positive votes out of a total of 2,854 achieving a rating of 7.76.
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Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals was developed and published by Glowstick Entertainment.
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals is not playable on MacOS.
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals is not playable on Linux.
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals is a multi-player game.
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals features PvP mode where you can test your skills against other players.
There are 5 DLCs available for Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals. Explore additional content available for Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals on Steam.
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals does not support Steam Remote Play.
Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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Developer
Glowstick Entertainment
Publisher
Glowstick Entertainment
Release
02 Nov 2020
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