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Darkest Dungeon II

Darkest Dungeon II will appeal to fans of the old game and new victims. I mean,
77%Game Brain Score
graphics, story
gameplay, replayability
77% User Score Based on 39 reviews
Critic Score 83%Based on 22 reviews

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In Darkest Dungeon II, form a party of four heroes for a roguelike road trip in a decaying world, hoping to avert the apocalypse. Familiar turn-based combat is refined, featuring a token system and improved rules, while heroes now have expanded skills and stories. Each run is unique, with its own emerging narrative, and every ending can provide resources for future attempts.

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions

  • Deep and rewarding combat with strategic gameplay that makes victories feel earned.
  • Stunning visuals and audio, with excellent art direction and character animations.
  • High replayability and extensive quality-of-life improvements enhance the overall experience.
  • Steep learning curve and complex mechanics can be overwhelming for newcomers.
  • RNG elements can feel unfair at times, leading to frustrating and difficult runs.
  • Some players may find the game repetitive and lacking the charm of the original.
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in Darkest Dungeon 2 is characterized by its incredibly complex strategic mechanics that require patience and determination, with a dark and gruesome tone. Players experience a rewarding sense of achievement through overcoming constant failures, while the transition to 3D enhances the already detailed aesthetic. The new combat mechanics and rogue-lite structure introduce engaging choice-based gameplay and resource management, contributing to high replay value.

    • “Incredibly complex strategic gameplay, constant failures make eventual victories feel earned. The atmosphere, artwork, audio, and voice acting are top notch.”
    • “The jump from 2D to 3D is stunning, while the aesthetic remains grotesquely detailed. Excellent soundtrack and voice acting. New combat mechanics provide more agency without diminishing danger. The rogue-lite structure affords interesting choice-based gameplay and resource management, with plenty of replay value thanks to unlocks.”
    • “Darkest Dungeon 2 offers an addicting gameplay loop and satisfying systems.”
    • “Requires serious patience and determination; the tone is overall very dark and gruesome, and the complex mechanics can be overwhelming.”
    • “Veterans of the previous game will be surprised by the reworked mechanics, and it will take some time to adapt.”
    • “Incredibly complex strategic gameplay; constant failures make eventual victories feel earned, but the overall experience can be frustrating.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and intricate artwork, which enhance the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Players appreciate the transition from 2D to 3D, noting the grotesque detail and quality of the audio and voice acting. The combination of beautiful aesthetics and extensive quality-of-life improvements contributes to a rewarding and immersive roguelite experience.

    • “Stunning yet familiar artwork, a more meaningful and unique take on the darkest dungeon design formula, an important game to play for all fans of the roguelite genre.”
    • “Atmosphere, artwork, audio, and voice acting are top notch.”
    • “The jump from 2D to 3D is stunning, while the aesthetic remains as grotesquely detailed as ever.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story presents an intriguing premise of forming a party and embarking on a quest to prevent an apocalypse in a decaying landscape. However, players find the narrative pacing slow and repetitive, with a lack of charm compared to the original, as well as issues with enemy tuning that detract from the overall experience.

    • “Form a party, equip your stagecoach, and set off across the decaying landscape on a last gasp quest to avert the apocalypse.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts high replayability due to its engaging rogue-lite structure, which offers meaningful choices and resource management, alongside numerous unlocks. Players also appreciate the stunning art direction and excellent sound design, enhancing the overall experience and encouraging multiple playthroughs.

    • “The jump from 2D to 3D is stunning, while the aesthetic remains as grotesquely detailed as ever. Excellent soundtrack and voice acting. New combat mechanics provide more agency without diminishing danger. The rogue-lite structure affords some interesting choice-based gameplay and resource management. Plenty of replay value thanks to unlocks.”
    • “Fantastic art direction, high replayability, impeccable sound design, and in-game reference material in case you are lost on something.”
    • “The jump from 2D to 3D is stunning, while the aesthetic remains grotesquely detailed. However, the replayability feels limited after a few runs.”
    • “While the new combat mechanics provide more agency, the overall experience lacks the depth needed for true replayability.”
    • “The rogue-lite structure offers some interesting choices, but once you've unlocked everything, there's little incentive to play again.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, featuring top-notch artwork, audio, and voice acting that enhance the experience. Players appreciate how the complex strategic gameplay and the challenge of constant failures contribute to a rewarding sense of achievement in their victories.

    • “The atmosphere, artwork, audio, and voice acting are top-notch, creating an incredibly immersive experience.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is rich and engaging, drawing players into its world with every detail.”
    • “The combination of stunning visuals and haunting sound design creates an unforgettable atmosphere.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its excellent soundtrack that complements the stunning visual transition from 2D to 3D, enhancing the grotesquely detailed aesthetic. Additionally, the voice acting contributes positively to the overall audio experience, while the game's rogue-lite structure and new combat mechanics add depth to gameplay.

    • “The soundtrack is excellent and enhances the overall experience of the game.”
    • “The music perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, making every moment feel immersive.”
    • “The voice acting and musical score are top-notch, adding depth to the characters and story.”
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