Darkest Dungeon II

Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Genre: RPG/Strategy
Developer: Red Hook Studios
Release Date: May 8, 2023

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'Darkest Dungeon II' The Binding Blade DLC Coming In December, Adds New Playable Heroes And Mini-boss - Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2023 @ 2:01 p.m. PST

Darkest Dungeon II is a challenging gothic roguelike RPG that will test your mettle and drive you to the brink of madness.

Darkest Dungeon II will test your mettle and drive you to the brink of madness.

Armor yourself with purpose and provision your party for the journey ahead. It will be arduous.

Darkest Dungeon II is a loving interpretation of the game’s signature style in 3D, with hand-drawn textures, bringing more life to the characters and amp up the fx, while preserving the classic DD combat presentation.

The basic configuration of 4 heroes/4 monsters and two trinkets per hero is still true, but there have been significant changes to the base mechanics, stats, and so on.

Darkest Dungeon II will receive its first DLC “The Binding Blade” this December.

Two new playable heroes - a fearless fencer and a lost knight - will be awaiting players at the crossroads and the sprawling wilds of the kingdom. 

Key features of the DLC include two new playable heroes as well as a new roaming mini-boss.

The Duelist is a disciplined and deadly combatant capable of tactically switching between Defensive and Aggressive stances. This formidable presence in your hero lineup can ignore enemy defenses and strike back with Riposte.

The Crusader is a fan-favorite that has returned, fuelled by radiant Holy Fire. Capable of smiting foes where they stand, he's an indispensable front rank hero. The Crusader's abilities extend to withstanding punishing blows, supporting his team with healing and stress recovery, and striking down his opponents with his righteous blade.

Finally, the new roaming mini-boss The Warlord adds an all-new element of danger to your travels in Darkest Dungeon II as you journey to the Mountain.

Darkest Dungeon II is once again be narrated by Wayne June, while music is being composed by Darkest Dungeon 1's Stuart Chatwood.

Key Features:

  • Roguelike Runs, Each With Its Own Emerging Story: Each expedition lasts from 30 minutes to several hours. Even an untimely end will arm you with resources that can be spent to improve your next journey. 
  • Unforgettable Heroes: Uncover and experience the tragic origin stories of each hero. Unlock their full potential via new skills, paths, items, and more.
  • The Altar of Hope: Engage with a massive system of upgrades and boons that opens up new strategies for each expedition. Choose what’s important to you as you formulate your assaults on the Mountain.
  • The Affinity System: As travels progress, heroes bond with each other or develop animosity, leading to desperately needed combat synergies or journey-ending dysfunction. Manage their stress and interaction to keep the team together until the bitter end.
  • Nightmarish Environs: From the burning Sprawl to the diseased Foetor, the long road to the Mountain will challenge your strategies and your endurance. Explore five distinct regions, each with their own unique creatures and challenges.

Darkest Dungeon II is available for PC (Steam / Epic Games Store), with console launch to follow at a later time.


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