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Darkest Dungeon 2 PlayStation Release Confirmed for July

Red Hook Studios has announced that Darkest Dungeon 2 will be coming to PlayStation consoles later this year. In a press release, the developer says that the bleak dungeon-crawler will head to…

April 18, 2024 | 12:21 EDT

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Huge Darkest Dungeon 2 Update to Add New Campaign and More Later This Year

Red Hook Studios has announced a massive new Darkest Dungeon 2 update for later this year, and it's bringing a whole new campaign mode with it. The new Kingdoms mode will task you with finding and…

April 10, 2024 | 01:22 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon II Fully Releases in May

The developers at Red Hook announced that their game, Darkest Dungeon II, will leave early access on May 8, 2023.  Not only will the game officially launch this coming May, but the devs announced a…

February 6, 2023 | 02:59 EST

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Update Brings New Progression System

A huge new Darkest Dungeon 2 update has landed in the game's experimental branch, bringing with it a massive overhaul to progression in the form of the Altar of Hope system, a new ally to help you on…

September 27, 2022 | 09:54 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon Board Game Won't Ship Unless Backers Pony Up More Money

The creator of the upcoming Darkest Dungeon board game is asking for extra cash in order to ship the game. Mythic Games wants an extra payment from backers by next week if they want their game in a…

July 22, 2022 | 10:54 EDT

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The Sympathetic Focus of Darkest Dungeon II

We here at TechRaptor have put a lot of time into Red Hook Studio's dark fantasy RPG, Darkest Dungeon II. While it is still in Early Access on the Epic Games Store, this sequel makes a lot of…

November 16, 2021 | 12:00 EST

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Man-at-Arms Guide- Best Skills and Shrine Battle Tips

Barristan, the Man-at-Arms, is another returning character in Darkest Dungeon 2. He is one of the first characters you have access to at the very start. But if you really want to get the most out of…

November 4, 2021 | 02:58 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Grave Robber Guide - Best Skills and Shrine Battle Tips

Audrey the Grave Robber is another returning character in Darkest Dungeon 2. She is one of the first characters you have access to from the very start. But if you want to get the most out of her,…

November 3, 2021 | 01:29 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Tier List - The Best Characters For Your Team

Darkest Dungeon 2 currently has nine characters available. At a glance, you’ll notice that each hero is unique, which means you can’t have four of the same class. Thankfully, certain heroes can,…

November 2, 2021 | 08:49 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Beginner's Guide

Hello fair travelers. With Darkest Dungeon 2 finally out in Early Access on Epic Games Store, we here at TechRaptor have been tucking into the game, discovering its secrets and getting a grasp on its…

November 1, 2021 | 11:15 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Trinkets Guide | Best Trinkets For Your Party

Darkest Dungeon 2 has a plethora of trinkets for you to find and characters can equip up to two each. Generally speaking, only a handful of accessories will be available when you start the game,…

November 1, 2021 | 09:43 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Affinity and Stress Guide - How to avoid party conflicts

The Affinity system is a major change in Darkest Dungeon 2. Now, you need to watch out for character relationships and player decisions, as these can impact the cohesion of your team. Worse, it can…

November 1, 2021 | 09:43 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Runaway Guide - Best Skills and Shrine Battle Tips

Bonnie the Runaway is currently the only new character in Darkest Dungeon 2, as everyone else is a returning hero from the original game. On the bright side, she can definitely hold her own. But, you…

October 31, 2021 | 05:22 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Leper Guide - Best Skills and Shrine Battle Tips

Baldwin the Leper returns in Darkest Dungeon 2. He’s a tanky character who has a lot of skills suited for survival, and you’ll have access to him once you reach Profile Rank 12. Here’s our Darkest…

October 31, 2021 | 05:22 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Plague Doctor Guide - Best Skills and Shrine Battle Tips

Paracelsus the Plague Doctor is one of the characters available by default in Darkest Dungeon 2. She also happens to be one of the most integral to your party given her abilities. Here’s our Darkest…

October 31, 2021 | 05:22 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Jester Guide - Best Skills and Shrine Battle Tips

Sarmenti the Jester is one of the characters available in Darkest Dungeon 2. He’s unlocked once you reach Profile Rank 9. Here’s our Darkest Dungeon 2 Jester guide to help you unlock the best skills…

October 31, 2021 | 05:22 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Highwayman Guide - Best Skills and Shrine Battle Tips

Dismas the Highwayman is one of the characters available by default in Darkest Dungeon 2. He actually has several abilities that make him one of the better picks in the game. Here’s our Darkest…

October 31, 2021 | 05:22 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Hellion guide - Best Skills and Shrine Battle Tips

Boudica the Hellion is a returning hero in Darkest Dungeon 2. She’ll become available once you reach Profile Rank 3. Here’s our Darkest Dungeon 2 Hellion guide to help you unlock the best skills and…

October 31, 2021 | 05:22 EDT

DD2 Occultist Guide
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Darkest Dungeon 2 Occultist Guide - Best Skills and Shrine Battle Tips

Alhazred the Occultist is back in Darkest Dungeon 2. He’s unlockable once you reach Profile Rank 15. Here’s our Darkest Dungeon 2 Occultist guide to help you unlock the best skills and complete the…

October 31, 2021 | 05:22 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon II

The much-awaited sequel to the popular 2016 roguelike game, Darkest Dungeon, Darkest Dungeon II will have players once again managing a party of adventurers in a roguelike journey. Manage their…

October 6, 2021 | 08:12 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Release Date Set for October 2021

Red Hook Studios has locked in the Darkest Dungeon 2 release date -- you'll be able to play the sequel to this challenge turn-based RPG just in time for Halloween. Darkest Dungeon 2 was first teased…

September 13, 2021 | 03:54 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon 2 Comes to the Epic Games Store in 2021

The Darkest Dungeon 2 release date has been set for 2021, although it's not all good news for PC players who prefer a certain storefront: this upcoming sequel will be an Epic Games Store exclusive.…

October 21, 2020 | 04:13 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon Board Game Coming From Mythic Games

A Darkest Dungeon board game has been announced by Mythic Games as part of The Dice Tower's Summer Spectacular 2020. Check out the announcement as part of The Dice Tower's Board Game Spectacular…

July 2, 2020 | 03:04 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon The Butcher's Circus DLC Launches May 28th

Red Hook Studios has revealed the release date for Darkest Dungeon's upcoming The Butcher's Circus DLC. The PvP update will launch for the PC version of the game on May 28th. This news comes via an…

May 1, 2020 | 09:51 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon: The Butcher's Circus Details PVP Mechanics

More information about the Darkest Dungeon: The Butcher's Circus PVP system has been revealed! If you've been curious about how these player vs. player battles will play out, the details are finally…

April 23, 2020 | 04:15 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon: The Butcher's Circus is No Joke

It wouldn't have been a surprise to hear that The Darkest Dungeon: Butcher's Circus DLC announcement was an April Fool's joke. However, the developers have happily reported that this brand-new DLC is…

April 6, 2020 | 12:33 EDT

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Red Hook Studios Teases Darkest Dungeon 2

The grimdark, Lovecraftian roguelike Darkest Dungeon is making its return. Developer Red Hook Studios teased the latest in the series, and things are looking a little chilly in Darkest Dungeon 2.…

February 19, 2019 | 02:48 EST

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Darkest Dungeon Switch Port Impressions - Portable Pain

As 2018 begins, the Nintendo Switch continues to build its library of ports with the recent release of Darkest Dungeon, along with and its two official DLCs The Crimson Court and Shieldbreaker. This…

February 14, 2018 | 01:00 EST

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Darkest Dungeon Review - Lambs To The Slaughter

Darkest Dungeon was a game that I really wanted to like. Ever since its successful Kickstarter campaign and Early Access launch, the title had me sold me on its creepy art style, intense soundtrack,…

December 9, 2016 | 09:00 EST

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Darkest Dungeon: The Crimson Court to Release in 2017

It seems like just yesterday that Red Hook Studios' Darkest Dungeon was released from Early Access, receiving near-universal critical acclaim and capturing the hearts of gamers worldwide (myself…

October 3, 2016 | 09:11 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon

Darkest Dungeon is part Roguelike, part turn based RPG, where your heroes must survive an onslaught of monster, and preserve their own sanity that will cause afflictions that either hinder, or…

September 25, 2016 | 02:33 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon and Its Narrator | Bullet Points

Darkest Dungeon is fantastic. There really isn't any other way for me to say it, because that's just what it is. Darkest Dungeon takes the classic RPG genre, combines it with some of tabletop's…

February 4, 2016 | 11:00 EST

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Darkest Dungeon Adds New Options in Holiday Update

Darkest Dungeon had recently released a "Holiday Cheer Update", a surprise update to the Early Access title that adds, "more gameplay options, a number of interface and quality-of-life improvements,…

December 24, 2015 | 08:00 EST

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Darkest Dungeon is Coming to PS4 and PS Vita, Receiving New Update This Month

Darkest Dungeon, the dungeon crawling roguelike title from Red Hook Studios, has been in early access for sometime now, but announced a release date of January 19th earlier this year. It turns out…

November 20, 2015 | 04:43 EST

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Darkest Dungeon Releases January 19

In one of the more unique art styles and different use of mechanics within the genre, Darkest Dungeon hit the Steam store with a good hype behind it, despite the fact that the game was in early…

October 14, 2015 | 04:37 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon Goes 40% Off With Newest Update

Darkest Dungeon is coming along in terms of content, as they recently released the Those From Below update, which added a whole new dungeon to the game as well as new enemies to deal with, and some…

October 8, 2015 | 06:12 EDT

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Darkest Dungeon Is Tough as Nails

Darkest Dungeon by Red Hook Studios is not a friendly RPG, with a depressing Gothic aesthetic bleeding into every crevice of the game's many dark pits. This is not a game that someone prefers that as…

February 6, 2015 | 11:00 EST