Dark Sector

Gameplay of Dark Sector revolves around the use of the Glaive, a tri-blade throwing weapon similar to a boomerang which returns to Hayden after each throw. The Glaive can be used for long-distance combat, solving environmental puzzles, and picking up in-game items. When in close proximity to an enemy, context-sensitive actions may appear, allowing the player to execute enemies with "finishers". Enemies hold onto Hayden while attacking, and the player must rapidly press a randomly prompted button to break free.

Environmental puzzles in the game usually focus upon capturing various elements (fire, electricity, or ice) with the Glaive. For example, a web blocking Hayden's path can be bypassed by capturing fire with the Glaive, and then launching it at the web to burn it down. The Glaive can also be dual-wielded with a gun, which allows the player to perform weapon combos which are more effective against shielded enemies. As the game progresses, Hayden and the Glaive are given several new abilities; it can be guided through the air, being able to kill multiple enemies; a charged-up throw for deadlier attacks; and the ability to make Hayden invisible for a short time and provide a temporary shield.^[3]

The gameplay ofDark Sector is based on the use of the Glaive, a three-bladed throwing weapon similar to a boomerang that returns to Hayden after each throw. The Glaive can be used for long-range combat, solving environmental puzzles, and collecting items. When near an enemy, contextual actions may appear, allowing the player to execute enemies with "finishers". Enemies grab Hayden during their attacks, and the player must quickly press a randomly appearing button to break free.

The game's environmental puzzles generally involve capturing different elements (fire, electricity, or ice) with the Glaive. For example, a web blocking Hayden's path can be bypassed by capturing fire with the Glaive, then projecting it onto the web to destroy it. The Glaive can also be used in combination with a firearm, allowing the player to perform weapon combos that are more effective against shielded enemies. As the game progresses, Hayden and the Glaive acquire several new abilities: the Glaive can be guided through the air to eliminate multiple enemies; a charged throw allows for more devastating attacks; and Hayden can become invisible for a short time and benefit from a temporary shield. ^[ 3 ]

^{Used game, which means it may show some slight signs of wear. Photo is for illustrative purposes only. Tested}