SummaryThe game introduces the Darkwatch, a secret strike-force that has vigilantly protected man from evil incarnate since the dawn of civilization. Their newest and deadliest agent is Jericho Cross, an outlaw gunslinger pulled into their ranks by an unfortunate close encounter with a vampire lord. To save the West, and his own soul from damnation, Jer... Read More
Rated Mfor Mature
Developer:High Moon Studios
Darkwatch (2005)
Xbox
Released On:
Aug 16, 2005
Metascore
Generally Favorable
75
User score
Generally Favorable
8.0
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
75
67% Positive
29 Reviews
29 Reviews
30% Mixed
13 Reviews
13 Reviews
2% Negative
1 Review
1 Review
90
A truly remarkable experience. And, while the game itself may not have broken any new ground, the world it introduces more than makes up for that. It will leave gamers hungry for more.
84
The type of game that is absolutely perfect for the weekend. Its fast-paced action will keep you hooked from the campaign's beginning to end.
User score
Generally Favorable
8.0
76% Positive
25 Ratings
25 Ratings
21% Mixed
7 Ratings
7 Ratings
3% Negative
1 Rating
1 Rating
Mar 23, 2026
10
Darkwatch is an underrated gem, blending wild west action with supernatural horror, offering a unique atmosphere, engaging gameplay, and a memorable storyline that still stands out today.
Nov 29, 2023
10
One of the best games in the world, a great 5 hour experience, everyone should play it
80
Darkwatch mixes its Western Roots with gothic horror and steampunk aesthetics, and the results are uniquely engaging...Just darned good fun while it lasts. [Sept 2005, p.64]
80
Stylish, solid, and unique... and on the upper difficulty levels, it's hard as hell. It gives a gothic boost to the first-person shooter genre, and a definite shot in the arm to the criminally underrepresented western video game.
75
The engine is solid, the graphics are great, the AI is smart, but there are too many things about it that work against it and oftentimes these problems are simply based on the fact that it is too similar to other games in the genre.
62
Playing good or evil has little effect on the loopy story; although the game kept me entertained, I didn't feel the need to replay for the alternate ending.
35
This could have been a great original title, but instead it's a waste of shelf space with just one redeeming feature: it only takes around five hours to beat.
Oct 24, 2023
10
a game that marked a generation of players a game with its own characteristics I would like to be able to play again wonderful game needed a remeka or continuation
Apr 1, 2011
9
I bought this a few years after it came out and this game was a BIG surprise! Why hadn't I heard about this game? I want a sequel. The controls are great and it feels as good as a COD game. It shoots well and the story is pretty good. The graphics are okay but it was an XBOX game so it's alright. SEQUEL NOW! ON XBOX 360!
May 17, 2026
8
Cool FPS. The story is decent with nice looking cutscenes to support it. The gameplay on the original Xbox is pretty nice. 60fps for the most part and you can adjust the sensitivity making it better. Guns are melee are pretty reactive and do a fair amount of damage. The enemies are tough but once you understand what weapons to use against each enemy you’ll have a better time!
