Review: The Darkest Files (PC)

Alright, so here’s the thing about “The Darkest Files”. Ever tried wearing heels and chasing down history? Yeah, me neither. But Esther Katz, our protagonist, does just that. I swear it gives a new meaning to walking a mile in someone’s shoes. Cheese jokes aside, she’s not playing—she’s out there nabbing ex-Nazis. Hardcore, right?

It’s all set in post-war Germany, and let’s be real—this place has stories. Heavy ones. But we’re not just here for chills; the whole deal is both eye-opening and, well, occasionally frustrating. There are bugs. So, you’re doing this crucial thing—nailing bad guys—and suddenly, glitch! It’s like trying to spread cold butter on toast. Nope.

The storytelling, though, oh my—it hits hard. None of that “just for fun” puzzle stuff; it’s real investigations, with cases ripped right from the mad aftermath of WWII. And the voices! They got German actors for authenticity. Ever hear someone say “justice” in that accent? It lands differently. Real, you know?

Now, the style? Think graphic novel meets post-war noir. Blues and yellows work some strange magic, like walking through a cartoon from back in the day. It’s classy, not gaudy. Gives you vibes, not headaches. Which, honestly, you need when processing the weight of the content.

The gameplay hits those investigative drama beats. Listen, it’s like being a detective but without the cliché arguments in the courtroom. No yelling “Objection!” instead, you’re connecting fragile dots between survivor tales and dusty archive documents. Slow pace, but not snail-slow. Intentional, I guess. But my inner speed demon feels the itch.

But hey, is it long? Nah. Couple cases, and you’re done in six hours tops. Like standing at a buffet line, plates ready, then boom—it’s over. The devs could’ve given us more. Just saying. DLCs, where you at?

Okay, onto my pet peeve—the interface. Clunky would be putting it kindly. Every time I tried to find a report, it felt like wrestling an octopus. Pages vanish? Nah, just hidden. Bookmark system helps, a bit. But glitches make you wanna scream into the void.

Despite its quirks, “The Darkest Files” drops you into a history lesson wrapped in emotions. For real, how many games make you ponder justice while picking skulls? More than just fun, it’s provocative. Gets in your brain, makes you question stuff.

Roll credits. End of the messy ride. Should you play it? If stories that challenge you are your jam—absolutely. Get ready for a wild blend of bugs and brilliance. But don’t say I didn’t warn you about the glitches.