Darkest Dungeon (PC) is available as a digital download exclusively for the Steam platform—no physical box included. The listed price pertains to this digital version.
In Darkest Dungeon, heroes do not achieve victory with mere shiny armor and a smile. This game is about tough decisions, inevitable failure, and acts of true heroism. The combat system is both deep and intricate, blending nostalgic elements with modern design aesthetics.
Prepare for an entirely new challenge. The order in which your party acts is crucial for executing effective attacks, but it can also leave your heroes vulnerable. You must train your heroes, upgrade your enemies, and adapt to escalating threats such as diseases, which impact your heroes’ health, and the constant stress that affects their mental stability. Every decision, whether to damage the enemy or protect your allies, can be critical.
Your Last Stand
Darkest Dungeon is a roguelike RPG, meaning each character has only one life. If they die during an adventure, their death is permanent. This aspect is central to the gameplay: characters will eventually die, but new ones will take their place. Focus on preserving your most valuable heroes—those with the best stats, skills, and abilities—while making tough decisions about sacrificing less useful members of your team.
Character Statistics
Each character in Darkest Dungeon is defined by a range of statistics. There are six core stats, such as speed, damage, and protection, which are influenced by character level and equipment. Additionally, characters have “quirks,” which are random positive and negative traits. For example, “Natural Swing” boosts accuracy by +5, while “The Yips” reduces accuracy by -5. Characters can also contract diseases during their adventures, which inflict various debuffs.
Stress is another critical factor. As heroes explore dark dungeons, they accumulate stress. High stress levels can lead to afflictions, causing heroes to suffer penalties, disobey orders, and inflict stress damage on their teammates. Extreme stress can even result in a heart attack. Managing each statistic is essential to overcoming the game’s many challenges.
Key Features
- Experience classic CRPG and roguelike elements, including impactful permadeath and procedurally generated dungeons.
- Battle against not just monsters but also diseases and stress, which can lead to paranoia, fear, or even death.
- Remember that a fallen hero remains dead. Protect crucial team members and be prepared to sacrifice others if necessary.
- Enjoy over 80 hours of intense and immersive gameplay.
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