The Darkest Files
March 25, 2025
Germany, 1956. The war is over, but justice is not served. Former Nazis walk free, while their victims lie in unmarked graves. As a prosecutor, you&s;ll unearth long-buried evidence, confront witnesses and hunt down perpetrators. Will you have the courage to bring these "ordinary men" to court?
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"The Darkest Files is a well-crafted courtroom game that&s;s grounded in history, offering deep investigative gameplay and excellent storytelling."
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75.0
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70.0
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90.0
"The Darkest Files is a touching crime adventure with a real historical background and an important take on the Nazi era. Even with some of the conclusions seeming a little far fetched, the mesmerizing feeling of slowly unraveling a real …"
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78.0
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84.0
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90.0
"The Darkest Files is an extremely engaging text-based adventure, capable of bringing us to the anguished post-war Germany thanks to an endearing writing and intriguing gameplay mechanics, even if not fully utilized. Although not free from flaws, including an excessive …"
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60.0
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68.0
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72.0
"Overall, The Darkest Files does a very interesting job of blending education and gameplay into a single product. After books, films, and even games that use World War II as a backdrop, it&s;s refreshing to see a unique approach that …"
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80.0
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75.0
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95.0
"“The Darkest Files” is a haunting, narrative investigation adventure which deals courageously and seriously with a dark chapter of German history: the legal investigation of National Socialist crimes in West Germany in the 1950s. The game approaches this sensitive topic …"
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80.0
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75.0
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95.0
"If you&s;re a fan of history or just like challenging puzzle games, you&s;ll love The Darkest Files. The game&s;s unique interrogation and evidence-collecting techniques, along with its emphasis on historical accuracy and authenticity, provide an immersive experience."
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75.0
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80.0
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90.0
"The Darkest Files is a satisfying courtroom game with a somber tone and serious subject matter. But even more than that, it&s;s an important reminder of a dark time in history that is more relevant now than ever."
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85.0
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60.0
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90.0
"Investigating old stories and cases is fascinating. The cases are complex tangles, where the crime is clear, but finding the right culprit requires precision and reasoning. Unfortunately, the trials sometimes require too much understanding of the game developers&s; logic than …"
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60.0
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70.0
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90.0
"The Darkest Files takes something that no one would ever consider making a game out of and creates a thought-provoking experience for players. The melding of the storytelling, gameplay, visuals and sound allow the horrendous events to become a bit …"
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70.0
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95.0
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90.0
"The Darkest Files pushes players to their limits and emphasizes the value of relentlessly pursuing truth, regardless of the obstacles or risks they may encounter. The game&s;s art style is remarkable, and it&s;s a must-play for anyone who loves investing …"
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