Platforms
- PCJan 19, 20168.5playscore8.536 Critics8.972.6K Players
- PlayStation 4Sep 27, 20168.5playscore8.314 Critics9.310.6K Players
- Xbox OneFeb 28, 2018NAplayscoreNA0 Critics7.8459 Players
- Nintendo SwitchJan 18, 20188.1playscore8.413 Critics7.863 Players
- PS VitaSep 27, 20168.6playscore8.86 Critics9.3516 Players
65 critic reviews · 16 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- What I love about Darkest Dungeon is that it knows it’s difficult and it knows it’s going to challenge you. My biggest concern is that by the nature of what it sets out to be, it will put a lot of people off before they even play as it does require the player to put effort into it to understand all of the nuances and general aspects that simply isn’t there in most other games. It can be daunting but there are so many different parts to the game that it never gets boring.
Jamie Ward · May 11, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Darkest Dungeon is a punishing tactical strategy game with many layers to it. The complex unpredictable randomization of different deadly enemies and situations put my frail characters through hell. The excellent narrative and expressive animation give amplify the dark fantasy atmosphere.
Grayshadow · Mar 03, 2018 Reviewed on XB1Read full review - Darkest Dungeon is tough. Real tough. It’s hard to put into words, but sometimes the luck of the battle feels interesting and unpredictable while other times it can feel unfair and unrewarding. If you are dedicated to learning the systems and meta, there is a lot to unpack. The Switch version feels great, especially when using both the button and touch controls.
Dustin Furman · Feb 06, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - I’m not the biggest fan of games that punish you for the smallest mistake, but in spite of that, I really enjoyed my time with Darkest Dungeon. The game rarely feels unfair, and proper preparations and knowledge of what you’re getting into will generally get you through to the end safely. While the loop of entering dungeons and slowly building up resources and character levels might seem repetitive on paper, it’s really more addicting, as you eventually gain parties strong enough to defeat bosses and delve into the Darkest Dungeon itself.
Elizabeth Henges · Feb 04, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Darkest Dungeon has always been an RPG that finds ways to make life uncomfortable for the player, and this Switch version manages to add a couple of usability issues to that list. However, this remains a dauntingly deep, thoroughly absorbing dungeon crawler that will swallow you up for hours at a time.
Jon Mundy · Jan 29, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Even while wading through some minor issues, Darkest Dungeon is enthralling. Even if I crave sunshine and rainbows after spending too much time in this world, it sticks in the back of my mind and I idly think about what team I’ll put together to try to mount my next dungeon crawl. It’s a dark and gloomy game, but the overall blend of combat, exploration, and town management adds up to a fantastic gameplay loop that sucks away time as you try to outwit the deadly creatures and obstructions all around the darkest dungeon.
Neal Ronaghan · Jan 23, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - I can’t recommend Darkest Dungeon enough. Its hallway crawling, madness suffering, darkness fighting, dungeon romping is some of the best RPG play I’ve had in recent years. The game shines on the Switch, despite a few minor setbacks in the font and controls. If you’re a veteran of the game or have never tried it, put it on your want list because Darkest Dungeon is very easily added to the Switch’s growing list of “Best Games”.
William Murphy · Jan 18, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - This can be fun to a point, but it also makes the game feel pretty oppressive and downright random. Considering the game is about fighting off eldritch horrors, this makes a certain amount of sense, but it also makes for a less fun game experience.
Campbell Bird · Sep 05, 2017 Reviewed on iOSRead full review - The bottom line is that if you enjoy role-playing games centered on smart, tactical combat Darkest Dungeon is a must-buy.
Nick Vigdahl · Sep 04, 2017 Reviewed on iOSRead full review - I had my triumphant moments and my tremendous failures. Maybe that is what this game excels in having the chips stacked against you while still giving you that glimmer of hope that you can actually win. In the end, it still has that great RPG feel, and one that people if they take the time to look, will find some great rewarding fun.
Drew Leachman · Nov 01, 2016 Reviewed on PS4Read full review
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
You will lead a band of four heroes on a perilous side-scrolling descent, dealing with a prodigious number of threats to their bodily health, and worse, a relentless assault on their mental fortitude! Five hundred feet below the earth you will not only fight unimaginable foes, but famine, disease, and the stress of the ever-encroaching dark. Darkest Dungeon focuses on the humanity and psychological vulnerability of the heroes and asks: What emotional toll does a life of adventure take?
Developer: Red Hook Studios Inc.