Darksiders 2 is Making a Comeback

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Darksiders 2 is Making a Comeback

Key Takeaways

  • Darksiders 2: Deathfinitive Edition will be released on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on October 15, 2024.
  • The updated title will include faster load times, 4K-enhanced visuals, and haptic feedback through the PS5’s DualSense controller.
  • Players who previously purchased the game on PS4 or Xbox One will receive a free upgrade to the current-gen system of their choice.

As a gamer with decades of experience under my belt, I can confidently say that the upcoming release of Darksiders 2: Deathfinitive Edition is like a long-lost friend returning home. The original game was a gem in my collection, and its return on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S is nothing short of exhilarating.

As a diehard fan, I’m thrilled to share that I’ll be revisiting the iconic world of Darksiders 2 later this year! This updated version will grace our current gaming platforms. Back in 2012, the original Darksiders 2 debuted on seventh-generation consoles as a sequel to the 2010 release, Darksiders. The game is set amidst the biblical apocalypse, and it’s your turn to step into the shoes of Death, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.

Initially, Darksiders 2 received mostly favorable feedback from critics, but it didn’t meet THQ’s sales targets as publishers. Still, many players hold fond memories of the game due to its dark aesthetic and engaging gameplay reminiscent of Zelda. In 2015, an improved version called Darksiders 2: Deathfinitive Edition hit PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, boasting better graphics, all DLC from the original game, and some gameplay tweaks. The Deathfinitive Edition later made its way to the Nintendo Switch in 2019 and Google Stadia in 2021.

I’m thrilled to share that Death is set to make a comeback on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S! The publishers THQ Nordic and developers Gunfire Games have declared that we can look forward to playing Darksiders 2: Deathfinitive Edition on October 15, for just $29.99. A tantalizing trailer has been released, offering a glimpse of Death in all his glory, wreaking havoc with his twin scythes, galloping atop fiery steeds across colossal tentacled beasts, scaling walls, and dishing out elemental assaults and gruesome finishing moves. Can’t wait to dive back into this epic adventure!

Darksiders 2: Deathfinitive Edition PS5 and Xbox Series X/S Release Date

  • October 15, 2024

Additionally, THQ unveiled some improvements that will be incorporated in the latest version of Darksiders 2: Deathfinitive Edition. These enhancements include swifter load times due to ultra-fast SSDs, enhanced visuals in 4K, and tactile feedback via the PS5’s DualSense controller. If you have previously bought Darksiders 2: Deathfinitive Edition on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, you will receive a complimentary upgrade to your current-gen console. Furthermore, those who pre-order the game before October 14 can avail a 50% discount.

Last month, THQ Nordic teased that a new Darksiders game is in the works, later clarifying that the brief trailer shown during the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2024 livestream isn’t connected to the latest announcement of Darksiders 2’s impeding re-release. While fans wait for the next chapter in the apocalyptic Darksiders series, they can re-experience Death’s ride through the end of days with enhanced graphics and other improvements next month.

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2024-09-17 22:13