Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition
Guide Death through an action adventure that combines scythe combat and acrobatic exploration with weapon, armor and skill-tree choices that shape his development.
- AI score · out of 10
- 8.2 / 10
About this game
Death sets out to redeem his brother's name, fighting with a scythe and a secondary weapon while dodging enemy attacks. His acrobatic movement also forms part of exploration, taking the adventure beyond combat. The world offers side quests alongside his central journey. Character development combines leveling with equipment and ability choices. You select weapons and armor, then develop Death through skill trees to customize his abilities. The Deathinitive Edition integrates the original game's DLC into this adventure. Its visual identity follows the style of Joe Mad, connecting the supernatural premise with a distinctive artistic direction.
Collected in series
Darksiders follows the Horsemen through a ruined world caught between Heaven and Hell. Its adventures mix supernatural combat with exploration and character growth, while different entries give each rider a different way to fight.
Darksiders
2010
- Xbox 3602010 · 8.1 / 10
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An action adventure for players who want character-building choices alongside combat and traversal.
Scythe attacks, dodging and acrobatic exploration suggest an adventure with several kinds of hands-on activity. Equipment and skill trees add a planning layer that should matter most to players who enjoy shaping a character between encounters.
Strengths
- Weapon, armor and skill-tree choices can give character growth a personal direction.
- Combat and acrobatic traversal offer different ways to engage with Death's journey.
Weaknesses
- Equipment and ability decisions may feel like unwanted overhead if direct combat is your main interest.
Who it is for: Players who like combining action controls with equipment selection and character development.
View scoring basis
| Dimension | Review state | Score | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimension Side quests and leveling offer additional progression goals, although players focused on the central journey may prefer to limit those diversions. | Reviewed | 8.0 / 10 | Not provided |
| Dimension Dodging and weapon attacks put execution beside build choices, a combination likely to suit players who enjoy both reacting and preparing. | Reviewed | 8.4 / 10 | Not provided |
| Dimension Joe Mad's artistic direction may be a particular draw for players who value a recognizable visual style in supernatural adventures. | Reviewed | 8.5 / 10 | Not provided |
| Dimension Handheld play and Pro Controller support provide a choice between portable play and a separate controller setup. | Reviewed | 7.8 / 10 | Not provided |
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Core information
- Developer
- Vigil GamesGunfire Games
- Publisher
- THQ Nordic
- Release date
- 2019
- Platforms
- Nintendo Switch
- Content kind
- Game
- Release state
- Released
- Region
- Worldwide
- Official website
- Not provided
- Offline minimum players
- Not provided
- Offline maximum players
- Not provided
- Online minimum players
- Not provided
- Online maximum players
- Not provided
- Categories
- Role-Playing · Primary genre
- Tags
- Third Person3D GraphicsReal-time CombatReplayableMain Story Under 10 HoursDodgePlatformingLinear LevelsFast-pacedSolo-friendly
- Supported game languages
- Not provided
- Requires base game
- Not provided
- Standalone
- Not provided
- Age ratings
- Not provided
- Play modes
- MultiplayerSingle player
- Perspectives
- Third person
Release editions
- PlayStation 5WorldwideOct 15, 2024
- Nintendo SwitchWorldwide2019
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Sources
- www.nintendo.comSource revision: 1
- www.nintendo.com