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Darksiders II
DeveloperVigil Games[a]
PublisherTHQ[b]
DirectorsJoe Madureira
David Adams
Marvin Donald
ProducersRyan Stefanelli
Timothy Bell
Kay Gilmore
Sam Newman
David Stalker
DesignersHaydn Dalton
Clint Bogue
Richard Vorodi
Ben Cureton
ProgrammerColin Bonstead
ArtistHan Randhawa
WritersPaul De Meo
David Slagle
ComposerJesper Kyd
SeriesDarksiders
Platforms
Release
August 14, 2012
  • Original Version
    Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3 & Xbox 360
    • NA: August 14, 2012[1]
    • AU: August 16, 2012
    • EU: August 21, 2012
    Wii U
    • NA: November 18, 2012
    • PAL: November 30, 2012
    Deathinitive Edition
    PlayStation 4, Xbox One
    • WW: October 27, 2015
    Microsoft Windows
    • WW: November 5, 2015
    Nintendo Switch
    • WW: September 26, 2019
    Google Stadia
    • WW: September 1, 2021
    PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
    • WW: October 15, 2024
GenresAction role-playing,[2][3] hack and slash
ModeSingle-player

Darksiders II is an action role-playing[2][3] hack and slash video game developed by Vigil Games and published by THQ. It is the sequel to Darksiders and was released in August 2012 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360[4] and as a launch title for Wii U upon the console's North American and PAL regions release in November of the same year. The story follows the efforts of player character Death to clear the name of his brother, War, who stands accused of wiping out humanity. On a total budget of $50 million, it was one of the most expensive video games to develop of all time.[5]

A ported version, titled Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition, was published by Nordic Games for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Microsoft Windows in 2015, ported to the Nintendo Switch in 2019, and released in Google Stadia in 2021. A parallel sequel, Darksiders III, was released in November 2018, while a spin-off prequel, Darksiders Genesis, was released in December 2019.

Gameplay

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Players take control of Death, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. The core gameplay is an action role-playing[2][3] hack and slash style. The game makes frequent use of interactive puzzle elements, requiring the player to think their way through a series of levers, doors, elevators, portals, etc. in order to traverse areas and reach objectives. Which most of the time requires a key or a specific power to pass through.

Maps are vast and each contain open world regions that can be explored freely on foot or by his horse Despair, along with numerous dungeons where quest objectives are generally carried out. There are main and side quests, with main and side boss fights. Worlds can be traversed via fast travel, whereby the player can teleport to certain map points instantly. While inside a dungeon, the player is allowed to fast travel back to the overworld while saving their dungeon location for continuation later without losing progress.

Death is aided by Despair, a horse that is available for use in open areas of the overworld for faster travel, and Dust, a raven that guides him to his objectives. Death's primary weapons are two scythes, one wielded in each hand. Secondary weapons include melee weapons like hammers, axes, and maces as "slow" options; "fast" options are generally gauntlet-style weapons that provide the player with claws and other bladed arm extensions, at the expense of less range and power than the slow weapons.

There are several different movement options, including swimming, running along walls, and climbing options that are available on specially placed wooden elements, such as wall pegs and beams. In the course of quests, Death acquires "Death Grip", which operates as a grappling hook on certain objects; and "Voidwalker". Other abilities like "Soul Splitter" and "Interdiction" are acquired, which allow the player to control multiple characters to traverse puzzle areas.

Health, Wrath, and Reaper resource meters display on-screen whenever they change, along with an experience meter that shows how close the player is to the next character class level. Wrath is the game's mana-type system, being a resource used for special abilities. Reaper is a separate resource used for the Reaper ability, and when full, Death can transform briefly into his grim reaper form, which is more resilient and deals more damage.

There are eight player statistics, including a character class level that increases at various experience levels. Each new level gives the player a skill point that can be used in a skill tree that contains new abilities. Other statistics can be increased by equipping items, with each item having various stat-altering characteristics. The player's inventory contains seven different pages of equipment classes (primary and secondary weapon, shoulder, armor, glove, boot, and talisman, with an additional page for quest items). New equipment can be acquired via enemy drops, looting chests, or purchasing from vendor characters. New combo moves can also be purchased from "Trainer" characters.

"Stonebites", which are colored stones hidden throughout the world, can be collected (after several quests have been completed) and traded to a character named Blackroot, in groups of three, in exchange for various permanent statistic upgrades. There are three Stonebite types, indicated by their color, and the particular combination traded determines which upgrade is received.

Money is dropped by enemies and chests, and can be acquired by selling items to vendors. Special "Possessed weapons" are rarely acquired, which provide another more unorthodox mechanic for trading in unwanted items, whereby the possessed weapon can be upgraded by "sacrificing" other lesser items to it.

Plot

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Darksiders II is parallel to the previous game. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse - War, Strife, Fury, and Death, the player character - are the last of the Nephilim, cursed fusions of angels and demons who waged war on all Creation for a place to live. To preserve the balance of the universe, the Four received power from the Charred Council in exchange for slaughtering their kin. Death personally cut down the last of their brethren, Absalom, the first Nephilim, but he secretly preserved the souls of the Nephilim in an amulet, defying the Council, and gave it to the Keeper of Secrets, known as the Crowfather, for safekeeping.

While War is charged with his crimes of starting the Apocalypse early and dooming mankind to extinction, Death, sure of his brother's innocence, sets out to erase his brother's 'crime' and resurrect humanity. He first travels to the Icy Veil to seek the Crowfather for proof of War's innocence and a way to restore Earth. The Crowfather tells Death to go to the Tree of Life, and demands that Death take back the amulet. When Death refuses, the Crowfather attacks him in the shape of War. Death kills the Crowfather, who shatters the amulet and embeds the fragments in the Horseman's chest before sending him into a portal.

Death wakes up in the Forge Lands, a world populated by the Makers, physically imposing beings who are the architects of Creation. He learns that their world, like many others, has been overrun with Corruption, a dark force that has blocked off the Tree of Life and has taken over many of the Makers' constructs, among which a massive Guardian made to combat the Corruption. With the help of a Maker named Karn, Death reaches the tainted Guardian and destroys it, allowing it to be reassembled free of Corruption. The Guardian clears the path to the Tree of Life, which allows Death to reach his goal. Upon reaching the entrance, however, Death is seized by Corruption and dragged into the Tree. There, Death is accosted by the shadowy form of Absalom, whose hatred of Death's betrayal birthed the Corruption.

Death is transported to the Kingdom of the Dead, where he encounters the merchant Ostegoth, who explains he must find the Well of Souls to bring back mankind, and to that end he must speak with the Lord of Bones. After completing trials to gain an audience with the Lord, Death is transported to the City of the Dead to find a soul who knows about the Well: the Crowfather. The Crowfather tells Death that the souls of humanity have been transported to the Well, which is where the spirits of all things living are cleansed and renewed before they are sent out to be reborn. In order to access it, Death needs two keys, held by Heaven and Hell. The Crowfather adds that the Council feared that if the Horsemen learned about the Well's power, they might resurrect their kin.

Death first seeks the key held by the angels and is sent to an outpost of Heaven called Lostlight. At the Ivory Tower, he meets the Archon, who directs Death to the Ivory Citadel, which has been claimed by Corruption. The Archon sends Death to Earth to bring back a powerful holy weapon, so the way to the Ivory Citadel could be cleared. On Earth, Death encounters remnants of the Hellguard being led by Uriel. With their help, Death reassembles the shattered rod. After traveling to the Ivory Citadel and confronting its custodian, Death realizes the Archon has possessed the key the entire time and has fallen to Corruption himself. Returning to Lostlight, Death confronts the Archon, kills him, and acquires the first key.

Death then proceeds to Shadow's Edge, which is being devoured by Corruption. Searching for the demon lord, Samael, Death finds Lilith, a demon-queen who created the Nephilim; she refers to herself as Death's mother, which he angrily denies. Lilith claims Samael is gone [c], and can only be met by utilizing a time portal. Before he leaves, Lilith urges Death to revive the Nephilim when he finds the Well of Souls. After traversing the fortress through time, Death finally meets Samael, who tests him in a fierce battle, and gives the key expecting "an interesting show".

Death returns to the Tree of Life and the Crowfather reminds him that the fates of humanity and the Nephilim are at stake, and warns that Corruption has chosen a named champion to block Death.

Death proceeds into the Well of Souls, where he is met by Absalom, who taunts Death claiming him "blackened by the sin of betrayal" to explain his imperviousness to the Corruption; Death kills Absalom again. The Crowfather appears and explains that Death may tap the Well's power to restore one race, but a sacrifice is needed: choosing one race will forever doom the other. Death chooses to save War and sacrifices the souls of the Nephilim, and his own, for humanity, and leaps into the Well. An epilogue retells the final moments of the first game, with Uriel questioning War's intent to go to war with the Charred Council alone, to which War replies "No, not alone". The scene shows the arrival of the Four Horsemen, Death among them, as the narrator states "the number of the riders shall ever be four".

In a post-credit scene, Lilith is berated by a being in shadow (strongly implied to be Lucifer), angered that humanity has been restored and the Nephilim lost forever. The screen fades as Lilith screams in agony.

Development and release

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After its critical and commercial success of the original game, THQ's creative director Luis Gigliotti revealed in an interview with GameAxis that Darksiders would be a franchise and that they were contemplating a sequel.[6][7]

An article on the Official Xbox Magazine website confirmed that Darksiders II was expected to be released in 2012.[8] Darksiders II became the launch title for the then-upcoming Wii U with modifications necessary to fit the controls of the Nintendo console as well as some new features unique to the console.[9]

The game takes Death across multiple dungeons and city hubs. City hubs feature NPCs who can give out side-quests etc. One city hub connects to a number of dungeons and one city area features more dungeons than the whole of the original Darksiders. Loot is also included, dropping from encounters as rewards ranging from 12 different armor piece categories, which can have different enchantments and may power up Death's Wrath Powers.[10]

Michael Wincott provided the voice of Death.[11] James Cosmo (who appeared as a priest in "The Last Sermon", a live-action trailer for the game)[12] provided the voice of Maker Elder Eideard,[13] Death's guide throughout the story.

Pre-order DLC bonuses for the game were also announced, for GameStop, Best Buy and Amazon. Darksiders II was originally to be released in June 2012, but was delayed to August.[14][15]

In Japan, the game was published and localized by Spike Chunsoft.[16]

A ported port of Darksiders II known as the Deathinitive Edition was released for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One in October 2015. It was published by Nordic Games, which had acquired the rights to the Darksiders franchise following the bankruptcy of THQ. The port was developed by Gunfire Games, a studio that was founded by Darksiders creator David Adams following the closure of Crytek USA (which itself was established after the closure of Vigil by THQ) and consists almost entirely of Vigil staff. Along with higher-resolution graphics and a revamped lighting engine, the studio also made changes to adjust the balance of the game. The PC version was also released later in November.[17] A port of the Deathinitive Edition to the Nintendo Switch was released in September 2019, and one was released for Google Stadia in September 2021.[18][19]

Downloadable content

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A season pass was available and included The Abyssal Forge (a story-driven installment taking place in the Shadow Lands), The Demon Lord Belial (another story-driven installment taking place on Earth) and The Maker Armor and Scythe Set. Argul's Tomb is another story-driven pack not included in the season pass. The Angel of Death Pack included new enhanced weapons and armor along with a new visual effect for Dust. The Deadly Despair pack offered a speed boost to Death's horse Despair. Various other DLC packs have been released offering weapons and armor much like the Angel of Death pack.

The Deathinitive Edition of the game, released on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, include these story expansions as well as extra equipment.

Reception

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Darksiders II received positive reviews. Aggregating review website Metacritic gave the Wii U version 85/100,[23] the PlayStation 3 version 84/100,[21] the Xbox 360 version 83/100,[22] and the PC version 81/100.[20] IGN gave it a score of 7.5, saying that despite its problems, Darksiders II is simply a "fun" game.[31]

During the 16th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards, the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences nominated Darksiders II for "Adventure Game of the Year".[46]

The game was the best selling game in August 2012 with over 247,000 units sold in the United States.[47] As of November 2012, the game had only sold 1.5 million copies, with THQ stating that the game "did not perform to our expectations".[48]

Sequel

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Main article: Darksiders III

A third Darksiders game was originally planned by Vigil Games, but the fate of its franchise was threatened due to financial complications. Its parent company, THQ, filed for bankruptcy in 2012. The company's assets were sold at an auction, excluding Vigil Games, which was shut down along with the parent company THQ. In April 2013, THQ began a process to auction off the remaining IP that it had not yet sold, including Darksiders. Several companies publicly expressed interest in bidding for the franchise, including the Japanese developer PlatinumGames, and Crytek USA, a Crytek subsidiary led by former Vigil CEO David Adams, and primarily staffed by former Vigil employees. Adams had expressed interest in allowing Darksiders to come back "home" to its creators.[49][50] Darksiders, along with Red Faction and MX vs. ATV, was purchased by Nordic Games in the final transaction of THQ's assets.[51]

The third installment, Darksiders III was released on November 27, 2018.[52]

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Darksiders II is an action role-playing developed by and published by . Released on August 14, 2012, for , , and Windows, with a port for following on November 18, 2012, it serves as the sequel to the 2010 game . The title features , one of the , as the playable protagonist, who sets out on a quest to clear the name of his brother , accused of prematurely unleashing the and destroying humanity. The game's narrative unfolds parallel to the events of the first Darksiders, depicting a post-apocalyptic where angels and demons wage war amid the ruins of human civilization. Players guide through expansive open-world environments, utilizing a variety of weapons, ranged attacks, and customizable skills in dynamic combat encounters that blend hack-and-slash mechanics with light RPG progression, including loot collection and ability upgrades. Puzzles, platforming sections, and exploration are integral to progression, often requiring the use of Death's abilities or summoned allies like a spectral crow or . Darksiders II was met with generally favorable reviews upon release, earning praise for its engaging storytelling, improved combat over the original, and vast, lore-rich world design, while accumulating a score of 83 out of 100 based on 63 critic reviews. An enhanced remastered version, Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition, developed by and published by , launched on October 27, 2015, for , , and PC, incorporating all DLC content, graphical upgrades, and later ports to and next-generation consoles.

Gameplay

Combat Mechanics

Darksiders II features a hack-and-slash combat system heavily inspired by God of War, where players control using light and heavy attacks with dual scythes as the primary , supplemented by secondary ranged options like dual pistols for targeting distant foes or interrupting enemy actions. Combat emphasizes fluid combos, aerial juggles, and evasion mechanics such as dodges and counters to maintain momentum against aggressive enemies. The system rewards aggressive playstyles, with health and wrath meters replenished through successful strikes and executions, allowing seamless transitions between single-target focus and crowd management. Death's arsenal extends beyond standard scythes to include improvised tools like hammers or blades acquired during gameplay, which can be swapped for varied attack patterns such as sweeping area strikes or charged smashes. A key innovation is the possessed weapons system, where special loot items serve as customizable scythes or secondary arms that players upgrade by sacrificing other gear at shrines, inheriting attributes like health-on-hit or wrath regeneration up to four enhancements per weapon, with base damage scaling automatically across five levels. This upgrade path integrates briefly with RPG progression, as higher-level sacrifices yield better attribute transfers, enhancing overall combat potency without relying solely on level-based stats. The skill tree divides into two branches—Harbinger for melee-focused enhancements and Necromancer for summoning and magic—where players allocate experience points to unlock abilities like improved , invincibility frames, and special attacks such as teleport slashes or minion swarms. powers, fueled by a dedicated meter built through , enable devastating ultimates like the Reaper Form, which transforms into an armored reaper for boosted damage and crowd-clearing spins, while rune abilities in the Necromancer tree allow binding to weapons for elemental effects like fire bursts on strikes. These allocations encourage build diversity, with Harbinger emphasizing raw physical output through skills like Unstoppable Force for uninterruptible charges, and Necromancer providing tactical options via crow summons that steal health from groups. Enemies span celestial angels with aerial dives and shield blocks, demonic brutes delivering heavy ground pounds, and undead hordes like skeletal warriors that swarm in numbers, requiring players to prioritize threats—such as disrupting casters before they heal allies or staggering demons mid-charge with counters. Boss encounters demand adaptive tactics; for instance, the skeletal construct Phariseer unleashes rapid combos and summons skeleton minions, best countered by dodging his strikes, using area-of-effect attacks to clear adds, and activating Reaper Form during openings to deplete his health bar efficiently. Combat often unfolds in enclosed arenas filled with environmental hazards, promoting through area-of-effect scythe spins, explosive blasts, and improvised kills like hurling foes into spikes or pits for instant executions that yield bonus souls. This setup tests player timing in multi-enemy skirmishes, where chaining combos across groups builds faster, turning chaotic brawls into orchestrated takedowns.

Exploration and Progression

Darksiders II features a semi-open world structure divided into interconnected regions such as the Forge Lands, the Kingdom of the Dead, , and The Veil, allowing players to navigate a post-apocalyptic landscape blending ruined human cities with otherworldly realms. Progression begins linearly through story-driven hubs but opens up nonlinear exploration as new areas unlock, with enabled via an in-game accessed from the quest screen, permitting instantaneous relocation to discovered locations like Tri-Stone or the Darksiders' camp. This system facilitates backtracking and efficient traversal across the expansive , where environmental hazards and enemy encounters punctuate journeys between major zones. Dungeons serve as self-contained progression gates, each themed around specific biomes like the fiery or the shadowy Psychameron, and typically unlocked by advancing the main storyline through key events such as defeating intermediate bosses. Inside, puzzle-solving drives advancement, often requiring acquired tools like the Voidwalker—a gauntlet that creates portals for accessing otherwise unreachable surfaces, such as walking on walls or ceilings to align platforms. Other mechanics include bomb-throwing with shadowbombs to shatter crystal barriers or activate distant switches, integrating environmental interaction with timed sequencing to reveal paths forward. These designs emphasize deliberate pacing, blending trial-and-error navigation with incremental ability unlocks that gate deeper sections until story milestones are met. Platforming forms a core of , relying on Death's agile movement set acquired progressively through the campaign, starting with basic jumps and evades before gaining advanced maneuvers. Key abilities include wall-running, which allows sustained lateral traversal along surfaces by approaching at an angle and jumping to latch on, enabling chaining between adjacent walls for extended reaches. The functions as a hookshot mechanic, pulling Death toward glowing rings to cross gaps or scale heights, often combined with wall-runs for fluid sequences in both and dungeon environments. These tools tie directly to progression, as new acquisitions like the in the immediately open previously inaccessible routes, promoting iterative revisits to earlier areas. Exploration is further enriched by side quests and hidden collectibles that reward thorough searching and backtracking, impacting gameplay flow by providing incentives for deviation from the main path. There are 17 side quests, such as retrieving lost artifacts or slaying champion enemies, which often span multiple regions and yield unique gear or story insights upon completion. Collectibles include 100 Boatman Coins, scattered in hard-to-reach spots like elevated ledges or submerged areas, which can be traded with the Boatman NPC for and potions to sustain longer expeditions. Additionally, 40 Pages of the , hidden in puzzles or behind ability-locked barriers, unlock lore entries and access to treasure chests containing rare items, encouraging comprehensive mapping of the world without mandating completion for story advancement.

RPG Elements

Darksiders II incorporates a robust leveling system that rewards players with experience points gained from defeating enemies in and completing quests, enabling the protagonist to progress through levels up to a maximum of 22 in the first playthrough, with New Game+ allowing further progression to level 30. Upon leveling up, players receive attribute points that can be allocated to four primary categories: Strength, which increases physical weapon damage; Magic, which boosts magical attack potency; Defense, which reduces incoming damage; and Critical Strike, which enhances the chance of landing critical hits for amplified damage output. These allocations allow for customizable builds, such as focusing on Strength and Critical Strike for melee-oriented playstyles or Magic and Defense for summoning and survivability, thereby influencing long-term character growth and efficiency through strategic point distribution. The game's inventory management system emphasizes collecting and upgrading gear, potions, and unique possessed items to support progression. Players acquire weapons, armor, and consumables like health potions from drops, chests, and vendors, with items scaled by rarity levels including common (white), uncommon (green), rare (blue), epic (purple), and legendary (orange). Possessed items, a standout feature, begin as basic loot but can be enhanced by sacrificing other inventory pieces to them, permanently absorbing stats and abilities to evolve into powerful endgame equipment. Further customization occurs through Arcanes—socketable gems crafted from Stonebites collected during —which provide targeted stat boosts, such as increased critical chance or damage resistance, when inserted into gear slots. Exploration rewards, like hidden chests, directly feed into this system by supplying materials for upgrades and possessed item feeds. Side activities integrate seamlessly with RPG progression, offering unique rewards that enhance character capabilities beyond main quests. Fishing, initiated via the "Sticks and Stones" side quest from the construct Blackroot in the , involves casting a line to catch fish that yield Power (red), Mystic (blue), and Resistance (yellow) Stonebites; combining sets of three at Blackroot's crafts Arcanes for permanent stat improvements, such as +2% physical critical chance from two Power and one Mystic stones. challenges appear in the form of , an optional 100-wave arena mode unlocked after defeating the boss, where waves culminate every five encounters with loot chests containing high-rarity gear and possessed upgrade materials—though claiming a chest ends the run, encouraging risk-reward decisions for greater rewards on longer streaks. These activities, along with similar challenges like relic hunts, provide exclusive RPG rewards such as or attribute-enhancing talismans, promoting replayability through varied build experimentation. The New Game+ mode, accessible after completing the main story, allows players to retain all progress including levels, attribute points, skills, equipment, inventory, and possessed items while restarting the campaign on higher difficulties like Apocalyptic. This retention enables reaching the full level cap of 30 and accessing exclusive content, such as enhanced enemy scaling, new stock with superior gear, and additional side quest variants that unlock further customization options like alternate skill tree paths. By preserving advancements, New Game+ extends replayability, allowing refined builds to tackle tougher challenges and uncover missed RPG elements in subsequent runs.

Setting and Narrative

Lore and World-Building

The Darksiders universe is centered on a cosmic struggle to maintain equilibrium among three realms: the heavenly , the infernal , and the mortal known as the Third Kingdom. The Charred Council, enigmatic enforcers forged by the Creator from the ashes of ancient battles, serves as the impartial arbiter of this balance, preventing either or from achieving dominance. The Four Horsemen—, , Strife, and Fury—originate from the , a hybrid race spawned from unions between angels and demons, and were conscripted by the Council to act as neutral agents in enforcing the truce. Their role underscores the universe's core tenet: the eternal war between and must remain stalemated to preserve existence, with the Horsemen intervening only when imbalances threaten this order. Key locations in the Darksiders cosmos carry profound historical weight, reflecting the scars of apocalyptic conflicts. , the Third Kingdom, was established by the Charred Council as a neutral amid the heavenly-hellish war, where humanity emerged from the primordial chaos to inhabit a fragile world now twisted into a ruined wasteland following the premature unleashing of the . This post-apocalyptic symbolizes the consequences of disrupted balance, overrun by demonic forces and angelic remnants in a perpetual state of decay. , an otherworldly arena accessible across realms, functions as an eternal for warriors, its waves of escalating trials echoing the unending strife that defines the universe's mythological foundations. The lore draws heavily from biblical apocalypse narratives, particularly the Book of Revelation's depiction of the Four Horsemen as harbingers of end times, reimagined within a fantasy framework that incorporates aesthetics for its visual and thematic style. This blend is evident in elements like the Horsemen's origins tying into War's false accusation of igniting the early , mirroring prophetic judgments while expanding into broader fantasy tropes of cosmic guardianship. Faction dynamics amplify the universe's moral ambiguity, with angels embodying rigid order and demons chaotic destruction, locked in a war neither can win without upending reality. The , engineered by the demoness as hybrids, straddle this divide but were largely eradicated after pledging loyalty to the , leaving the Horsemen as their sole survivors. Humans, as inhabitants of the Third Kingdom, represent unintended vulnerability in this equilibrium, often caught as collateral in the larger conflict, which blurs lines between heroism and necessity across all sides.

Plot Overview

Darksiders II's narrative unfolds parallel to the events of the original game, centering on , one of the , who sets out on his own to prove his brother 's innocence for igniting the End War prematurely. To achieve this, embarks on a quest to resurrect humanity, traversing corrupted realms in search of the four keys required to unlock the Well of Souls. This journey reveals deeper layers of the eternal conflict between and , emphasizing the Horsemen's role as enforcers of cosmic balance. The storyline follows a . In the first act, set in the Forge Lands, forges alliances with unlikely figures, such as the ancient Makers and the enigmatic demon trader Vulgrim, while collecting components and confronting early threats from the spreading , culminating in a visit to the Tree of Life—the source of all Creation. The second act shifts to the Kingdom of the Dead, where confronts the Dead Lords to secure keys for the Well of Souls, hindered by escalating betrayals and revelations about the Horsemen's origins as the last remnants of the , a warrior race bound to maintain equilibrium among the realms. The third act culminates in a direct confrontation with the game's primary antagonist, the embodiment of that threatens to unravel existence itself. Throughout, the plot explores themes of redemption, as sacrifices personal ties to absolve ; corruption, depicted as a malevolent force devouring worlds and twisting allies; and the profound cost of upholding balance in an unending war between angels and demons. Major beats include fragile partnerships that fracture under betrayal and pivotal disclosures tying the Horsemen's creation to the fragile truce governing Creation. A teases future installments by depicting the punishment of a key demonic figure, , reinforcing the series' broader timeline of escalating threats to the Horsemen's duty.

Characters and Factions

Death serves as the protagonist of Darksiders II, portrayed as the eldest and most powerful of the , characterized by a sarcastic, honorable, and calculating personality that emphasizes his anti-heroic nature and deep loyalty to his siblings. His abilities encompass , speed, and , allowing him to wield the scythe known as the Harvester, along with necromantic powers to command the dead and telekinetic feats like the for pulling distant objects or enemies toward him. Voiced by , whose rasping delivery captures Death's cold and brooding demeanor, the character draws from mythological roots while embodying a rebellious streak against authority figures like the Charred Council. Supporting characters include Vulgrim, a cunning merchant affiliated with neither nor , who possesses vast knowledge of the mortal realm and facilitates travel and upgrades through soul-based transactions, reflecting his opportunistic and scheming motivations. Voiced by , Vulgrim's role highlights his neutral stance in the cosmic conflict, often providing cryptic guidance driven by personal gain. Muria, a wise Maker and shaman residing in the Tri-Stone settlement, supports the protagonist by offering talismans, potions, and healing services, motivated by her dedication to preserving amid the apocalypse. Among antagonists, , a and former Hellguard, leads the Snowblind Clan with vengeful ambitions rooted in betrayal and , showcasing his tragic fall from grace. Absalom, the fallen Nephilim leader and embodiment of the , serves as the primary antagonist, seeking to consume and remake Creation in chaos. Key factions shape the narrative's alliances and conflicts, with the Hellguard representing Heaven's elite angelic warriors, led by figures like and , who are honorable yet rigid in their duty to maintain cosmic order against demonic threats. The Serpent Holes network consists of ancient, serpentine portals scattered across the realms, primarily utilized by entities like Vulgrim for rapid interdimensional travel, underscoring their role as neutral infrastructure in the fractured world. Neutral entities include the Crowfather, a enigmatic, crow-like being who acts as a spectral guide, motivated by an inscrutable agenda tied to the Horsemen's fate, voiced by to convey his ominous wisdom. The voice cast enhances character depth, with notable performances including as the Makers' leader Karn, as the skeletal warrior , and as Muria, contributing to immersive dialogues that blend mythology and grit. was employed to animate fluid combat and expressions, drawing stylistic influences from comics like The Darkness by , who co-created the Darksiders series and infused its visuals with aesthetics from his Top Cow work.

Development

Concept and Pre-Production

Following the commercial success of the original in January 2010, which achieved solid profitability for in its fiscal third quarter, publisher quickly greenlit a , officially announcing Darksiders II in 2010 to capitalize on the momentum and expand the franchise's apocalyptic lore centered on the Four Horsemen. The decision to shift the protagonist from to was made just prior to full development, providing a fresh narrative challenge while delving deeper into the Horsemen's backstory; Death's story runs parallel to the first game's events, focusing on his quest to exonerate his brother and explore the broader cosmology of , , and neutral entities like the Makers. This choice allowed to enrich the lore without retreading familiar ground, emphasizing themes of loyalty and sacrifice among the Horsemen. Joe Madureira, Vigil Games' co-founder and creative director with a background in comic books including The Uncanny X-Men and his own series Battle Chasers, heavily influenced the sequel's concept art and storyboarding through his stylized approach drawn from graphic novels. His vision emphasized a "stylized realism" aesthetic—blending bold outlines, exaggerated forms, and dynamic poses—to create an edgy, immersive post-apocalyptic world that evoked panels while maintaining visual memorability distinct from or cartoonish exaggeration. This comic-inspired style not only shaped early storyboards but also informed the overall tone, infusing the pre-production phase with a dark, heavy-metal vibe that prioritized artistic flair over strict realism. In early 2010, Vigil Games outlined core design goals for Darksiders II to blend intense, combo-driven combat reminiscent of God of War with open-world exploration and puzzle-solving inspired by The Legend of Zelda, while introducing RPG elements like loot systems and character customization to enhance player agency and replayability. These objectives aimed to address a perceived lack of adventure depth in contemporary action games, creating a larger, more player-driven world with diverse zones that encouraged progression through tools, skills, and environmental interaction. THQ's confirmation of the project at solidified these plans, positioning the sequel as an evolution of the franchise's hybrid formula. Vigil Games, founded in 2005 by Madureira and general manager David Adams and acquired by THQ in 2006, assembled a core team of over 100 developers for pre-production, leveraging experience from the first game to prototype new mechanics rapidly. Key staff included animation leads who adapted existing tools for Death's agile, scythe-based combat style, ensuring a seamless transition while innovating on exploration features. THQ's involvement provided financial backing and publishing support, enabling the studio to focus on conceptual iteration without the constraints faced during the original's development.

Production Process

Development of Darksiders II spanned from late 2010 to mid-2012 at Vigil Games, building directly on the technology and lessons from the first game to accelerate production. The team utilized Vigil Games' custom in-house engine as the core rendering platform, enabling the creation of dynamic, expansive worlds through modular level design that allowed for efficient building and iteration on environments. The art pipeline emphasized a stylized comic-book aesthetic, incorporating hand-painted textures and cel-shading techniques to evoke the graphic novel influences of creative director . Animations were enhanced through , capturing fluid movements for Death's acrobatic combat and traversal mechanics to blend seamlessly with the game's action elements. Sound design featured an original score composed by , blending orchestral arrangements with ethereal and fantasy motifs recorded using live musicians for a cinematic depth, diverging from digital synthesis in his prior works. Voice recording sessions involved professional actors to bring the narrative's key characters to life, contributing to the immersive post-apocalyptic lore. Throughout production, focused on iterating gameplay balance, particularly the integration of puzzle-solving and systems, with internal beta testing to refine like possession abilities and environmental interactions for smoother player progression. This process included late-stage cuts to experimental features, ensuring the final product maintained tight pacing across its open-world structure.

Technical Innovations

Darksiders II was developed using ' custom in-house , which served as the foundational technology for its action-oriented and expansive environments. The facilitated the implementation of dynamic effects, including god rays that enhanced atmospheric depth in various realms, drawing inspiration from visual techniques in titles like and Killzone 3. This approach allowed for real-time light interactions that supported the game's post-apocalyptic aesthetic without relying on pre-baked in key areas. To optimize for open-world traversal, the team adopted a modular level-building system akin to assembling " sets," using pre-fabricated pieces to construct seamless, interconnected zones. This innovation streamlined production while enabling scalable graphics across platforms, with the PC version featuring extensive options for resolution, , shadow quality, and texture details to accommodate diverse hardware. Cross-platform development began on PC before porting to and , requiring additional refinements for console performance, such as input mapping and to maintain fluid combat and exploration. The possession system for weapon upgrades integrated procedural elements in its visual feedback, where feeding items to possessed weapons triggered dynamic animations that reflected stat absorption and growth, enhancing player engagement with loot mechanics. Audio implementation emphasized adaptive scoring by composer , blending ethereal and orchestral layers that transitioned responsively during combat and exploration to heighten immersion. These technical choices not only supported the artistic vision of varied biomes but also carried over to expansions like the Abyssal Forge DLC, where similar and systems amplified new content.

Release and Expansions

Platform Launches

Darksiders II launched in on August 14, 2012, for the , , and Windows platforms. International releases rolled out soon after, with receiving the game on August 16, 2012, and on August 21, 2012. A port for the followed later that year as a launch title, debuting in on November 18, 2012, and in on November 30, 2012, with modifications to incorporate the system's features. THQ's marketing campaign began prominently with the game's reveal at , where a debut cinematic trailer introduced Death and the parallel storyline to the original . Further promotion included playable demos showcased at and San Diego Comic-Con 2012, allowing attendees to experience core combat and traversal mechanics. To build narrative depth, partnered with for the prequel tie-in series Darksiders II: Death's Door, a five-issue story exclusively bundled with pre-orders starting in May 2012. The game was offered in multiple editions to incentivize early purchases. The standard edition retailed for $59.99 across platforms, providing the core experience. All pre-orders automatically upgraded to the Limited Edition at no extra cost, which included exclusive in-game items such as the Nelo Guard armor set and additional DLC like the "Champion of the " pack. For collectors, a $99.99 Collector's Edition—exclusive to —included physical extras like a life-size replica of 's with display stand, 48-page hardcover art book, digital download of , and exclusive in-game Shadow of pack. These efforts contributed to a robust launch, with the game topping U.S. sales charts in August 2012 after selling 247,000 units.

Downloadable Content

Darksiders II featured several downloadable content packs that extended the core through additional quests, environments, and equipment, integrating directly into the main campaign via menu access or story triggers. Pre-order bonuses, available through retailers like , Amazon, and , provided early access to exclusive items such as the Death Rides Pack, which added three side-quests exploring the Maker's Realm and Dead Plains for bonus experience and unique loot. Other packs included the Angel of Death Pack with a legendary armor set and the Pack with a matching set, enhancing Death's customization options from the start. The game's major story expansions formed a loose narrative arc building on the base game's lore of the Four Horsemen. The Abyssal Forge, released on October 30, 2012, introduced a one-hour questline where dismantles a corrupted Maker artifact known as the Shadow Forge, featuring two new areas—the Dread Mire swamp and the Shadow Helm fortress—along with fresh enemies, the Mad Smith boss fight, an arena challenge called , the Abyssal Forge Hammer and Abyssal Axe weapons, and the Slayer Armor set. This DLC emphasized combat variety and loot acquisition, scaling to the player's progress for seamless integration. The Demon Lord , launched on December 4, 2012, focused on a boss-centric expansion set in volcanic realms, where confronts the demon lord after he abducts Fury, one of the Horsemen. Spanning about 50 minutes, it included two boss battles against and , new enemy types, three (Belial's Trident, Hell Maul, and Ice Reaver), and the Hunter's Armor set, which boosted mobility and generation to complement the base game's skill tree. Argul's Tomb, the earliest major DLC released on September 25, 2012, served as the concluding story piece, delving into frozen wastelands and the crypt of the ancient Dead King Argul amid tensions between angelic and demonic factions. It added three dungeons (Mysterious Cave, Frost Forged Crypt, and ), intricate ice-based puzzles, a multi-phase Argul boss encounter, the Frostforged Twins dual blades, and the Wanderer Armor set, providing alternative endings that tied into the overarching narrative while expanding exploration mechanics. These packs collectively extended playtime by several hours, emphasizing the game's hack-and-slash combat and RPG progression without requiring prior completion of the main story.

Deathinitive Edition

Nordic Games, later rebranded as , announced the Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition in early 2015 as a remastered version of the 2012 , with the edition launching on October 27, 2015, for and , followed by a PC release on on November 5, 2015. The edition bundled all previously released , including the Abyssal Forge, Angelic Weapons, Demonic Weapons, Fatalist Weapons, Mysterious Relics, Rise of the Fallen, The Atomizer, , The Crucible, and The Dark Lord packs, into a single seamless package without requiring separate purchases. Owners of the original PC version on received the Deathinitive Edition as a free upgrade. The remaster introduced several technical enhancements to modernize the experience, targeting resolution at 60 frames per second on consoles, with PC performance varying by hardware. Key visual upgrades included a reworked graphic render engine for richer colors, an improved lighting system with dynamic shadows, and high-definition textures applied to environments, characters, and assets, significantly elevating the game's post-apocalyptic aesthetic from its last-generation origins. Gameplay refinements encompassed rebalanced mechanics, tuned loot distribution for more rewarding progression, and adjusted enemy difficulty to address pacing issues in the original, making encounters more engaging without altering core mechanics. These changes were developed by , a studio founded by former personnel, ensuring continuity with the original vision. The Deathinitive Edition's creation stemmed from Nordic Games' acquisition of the in 2014 following THQ's 2013 bankruptcy and the subsequent closure of developer , which had left the series dormant. By remastering the title and integrating all DLC natively, Nordic aimed to revitalize interest in the franchise, re-engage lapsed players, and assess demand for future entries like a potential , capitalizing on the game's amid the rising popularity of action-RPG remasters. On October 15, 2024, the Deathinitive Edition received a free update for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, introducing 4K resolution, improved frame rates, and other graphical enhancements. In terms of reception, the Deathinitive Edition earned solid but slightly lower aggregate scores than the original—Metacritic ratings of 72 for PS4 and 74 for Xbox One compared to the 2012 version's 83-85 across platforms—praised for its visual and balance improvements but critiqued for occasional technical glitches and perceived modest upgrades relative to the price. Specific sales figures for the edition are not publicly detailed, though it contributed to sustained Steam ownership estimates exceeding 3.7 million units as of 2025, bolstering the series' viability. System requirements were updated, with the minimum now requiring 4 GB RAM (up from 2 GB on the original), while retaining a dual-core CPU and NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT GPU. Recommended specs were raised to a quad-core processor, 8 GB RAM, and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 for optimal performance at higher resolutions.

Reception and Impact

Critical Response

Darksiders II received generally favorable reviews upon its 2012 release, with critics praising its blend of action, exploration, and RPG elements while noting some flaws in pacing and repetition. The game holds scores of 84 out of 100 for the version (based on 39 critic reviews) and 83 out of 100 for the version (based on 63 critic reviews), reflecting strong approval for its combat system and visual design. The PC port scored 81 out of 100 (23 reviews) and the port 85 out of 100 (36 reviews), with common acclaim for the expansive world and satisfying progression. IGN awarded the game a 7.5 out of 10, highlighting the depth of exploration and loot-driven RPG mechanics as standout features that encouraged thorough world traversal, though it critiqued the for feeling occasionally unbalanced and the puzzles for lacking innovation. In contrast, gave it an 8.5 out of 10, lauding the fluid, evolving sequences and diverse dungeon designs that evoked a sense of grand adventure, while pointing out minor issues with puzzle camera angles and a narrative that prioritized atmosphere over tight pacing. Both outlets compared the title favorably to The Legend of Zelda series for its puzzle-solving and open-world discovery, and to God of War for its visceral, combo-based action, positioning Darksiders II as a successful hybrid of these influences. Critics frequently highlighted the game's balance of fast-paced and methodical elements as a core strength, with impressive visuals and an apocalyptic aesthetic enhancing immersion, though repetitive puzzle structures and occasional backtracking drew consistent criticism for diluting the experience. The 2015 Deathinitive Edition, which remastered the game for newer consoles with improved graphics and all DLC included, earned a score of 72 out of 100 from 28 reviews, but retrospective coverage emphasized its enduring RPG depth, such as customizable gear and skill trees, as a highlight that aged well. IGN's review of the edition reaffirmed the original's 7.5 score, noting enhanced performance made the RPG progression even more appealing for newcomers.

Commercial Success

Darksiders II achieved initial commercial success shortly after its August 2012 release, topping the U.S. sales charts for August with 247,000 units sold across platforms. By November 2012, the game had shipped 1.4 million units worldwide, surpassing 1 million in actual sales by the end of the year, aided by promotional bundles from publisher that increased visibility during the company's financial distress. Positive contributed to this early momentum, helping it outperform the original ' launch by 44 percent in the U.S. As of 2023, the game had sold approximately 1.4 million copies on original platforms, with additional sales from the Deathinitive Edition estimated at 1.5 million units on alone. The game's performance varied regionally, with strong results in , where it led monthly charts, and in , reflecting robust demand for action-adventure titles on consoles like and Xbox 360. In contrast, sales in were limited due to the game's Western-style hack-and-slash mechanics appealing primarily to a niche audience there. THQ's bankruptcy filing in December 2012 curtailed ongoing promotion and marketing efforts for , despite its solid launch, as the publisher prioritized asset amid declining revenues. Following the acquisition of the by Nordic Games (now ) in April 2013 for $4.9 million, the title experienced renewed longevity through the 2015 Deathinitive Edition remaster, which included enhanced visuals and all DLC, driving additional digital sales on platforms like and contributing to the series' revival. This re-release helped fund subsequent entries by bolstering back-catalog revenue.

Awards and Nominations

Darksiders II garnered several nominations from prominent organizations following its 2012 release, highlighting its strengths in gameplay and visual design. The game was nominated for Best Action Adventure Game at the 2012 , competing against titles such as , , and Sleeping Dogs. At the 16th Annual in 2013, organized by the , Darksiders II received a nomination for of the Year. The National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers (NAVGTR) also recognized the title with nominations in the 2012 awards for Art Direction, Fantasy and Character Design, crediting for the distinctive visual style influenced by . The 2015 Deathinitive Edition, a remastered version for newer platforms, did not receive notable awards or nominations but was praised for enhancing the original's technical presentation in subsequent reviews.

Legacy

Sequels and Series Evolution

Following the bankruptcy of THQ in 2013 and the subsequent closure of Vigil Games, a group of former Vigil developers, including studio founder David Adams, established Gunfire Games to continue their work on ambitious action-adventure titles. Gunfire Games revived the Darksiders franchise with Darksiders III, released in 2018 by THQ Nordic, shifting the protagonist role to Fury, the second Horseman and sister to War and Death. Fury's campaign centers on her mission from the Charred Council to hunt and redeem or destroy the Seven Deadly Sins, who escaped during the apocalypse and now threaten the fragile balance between Heaven and Hell. The game's narrative unfolds concurrently with Darksiders II, directly building on its conclusion where Death sacrifices himself in the Well of Souls to resurrect humanity, purge the Corruption, and exonerate War, thereby reviving all Four Horsemen and exposing deeper conspiracies that necessitate Fury's intervention. Gameplay in Darksiders III expands the RPG elements pioneered in Darksiders II, incorporating a robust loot system that emphasizes gear acquisition, customization, and progression through randomized drops of weapons, armor, and enhancements tailored to Fury's versatile combat style. Players can equip Fury with over 100 unique pieces of armor and dozens of weapons, each modifiable to align with her Hollow or forms, allowing for deeper build variety and strategic depth in battles against demonic foes and environmental puzzles. This evolution retains the series' blend of hack-and-slash action, exploration, and puzzle-solving while introducing shape-shifting mechanics that let Fury adapt to challenges, such as transforming into a shadow for stealth or a massive for brute strength, thereby enhancing the loot-driven replayability established in the prior entry. In 2019, further diversified the series with , a top-down isometric action RPG serving as a set centuries before the main , chronicling the origins of and the newly introduced Horseman Strife as they thwart Lucifer's plot to unleash the . This spin-off echoes Darksiders II's lore expansions by delving into the Horsemen's early brotherhood and the Charred Council's formation, providing backstory on key artifacts and rivalries that inform the apocalyptic events of later games. Emphasizing cooperative play, Genesis supports drop-in/drop-out co-op for two players, with each controlling one Horseman—War for melee-focused tanking or Strife for ranged agility—promoting synergistic tactics in hub-based levels filled with combat arenas and light puzzles. The transition to marked a pivotal evolution for the series, introducing isometric perspectives and multiplayer dynamics in Genesis while preserving the core narrative continuity of the Horsemen's saga, ensuring each installment advances the overarching conflict between , , and the Council's manipulations. This shift allowed for broader experimentation in formats without fracturing the lore, as 's focus on Fury's redemption arc and Genesis's origins both reinforce the themes of , , and cosmic balance originating from Darksiders II. At the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase on August 1, 2025, the franchise continued its evolution with the announcement of Darksiders 4, teased as the next chapter in the saga of the Four Horsemen, further expanding the series' lore and gameplay innovations.

Remasters and Modern Ports

The Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition, released in 2015 by THQ Nordic for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Microsoft Windows, served as the initial remaster of the 2012 game, incorporating all downloadable content, reworked game balancing, and enhanced visuals including improved lighting and 1080p resolution support. In October 2019, ported the Deathinitive Edition to , marking the game's first handheld release and allowing portable play while maintaining the integrated DLC and core enhancements, though it faced some performance inconsistencies like drops during intensive scenes. A major update arrived on October 15, 2024, expanding the Deathinitive Edition to native support on and , alongside a free patch for PC, introducing at 60 frames per second, ray tracing for improved lighting and shadows, haptic feedback via the DualSense controller on PS5, and significantly reduced loading times leveraging SSD storage. A physical edition of the Deathinitive Edition for and launched on January 28, 2025, with a suggested retail price of $29.99 / €29.99, providing collectors with a tangible version featuring the enhanced graphical and performance upgrades. These modern ports have ensured ongoing availability through 's digital bundles, such as the Darksiders Ultimate Edition on , which packages it with other series titles at discounted rates, and frequent sales events including the 2025 THQ Nordic Showcase and Halloween promotions offering up to 80% off. On PC, the community has contributed to further enhancements via mods available on platforms like , including ReShade presets for advanced graphics tweaks such as better and , as well as tools for adjusting difficulty through custom trainers, with indirectly supporting stability via official patches addressing issues like save corruption.

Cultural Influence

Darksiders II's hybrid gameplay mechanics, blending hack-and-slash combat, loot-based RPG progression, and environmental puzzle-solving, contributed to the evolution of the action RPG genre by emphasizing player agency in vast, post-apocalyptic worlds. This structure, drawing from influences like The Legend of Zelda while incorporating deep customization, echoed in later titles such as Middle-earth: Shadow of War, which similarly fused open-world exploration with dynamic combat systems. The game's dedicated fanbase has sustained its presence through active modding communities and convention activities. Platforms like host over two dozen modifications for the Deathinitive Edition, ranging from graphical enhancements to quality-of-life improvements that extend replayability. enthusiasts have prominently featured characters like and at major events, including and PAX, fostering ongoing engagement within gaming circles. Media adaptations expanded the game's lore through tie-in comics published by . The five-issue series Darksiders II: Death's Door, released in 2012, depicts Death's mission against a rogue prior to the game's events, delving into the Four Horsemen's backstory and integrating seamlessly with the apocalyptic narrative. Retrospective analyses in the 2020s have praised Darksiders II for its inclusive within apocalyptic settings, highlighting themes of redemption, brotherhood, and moral ambiguity among diverse supernatural factions like angels, , and the . Reviews commend the narrative's layered lore and character-driven quests for broadening appeal beyond typical end-of-world tropes, offering a nuanced exploration of cosmic balance that resonates in modern gaming discourse. The 2024 Deathinitive Edition release on next-gen consoles has renewed appreciation for these elements, positioning the game as a benchmark for thoughtful world-building in action RPGs.

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