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An intense first person shooter that delivers a twisted and gripping narrative of tragedy, modern crime drama, and supernatural horror.
The Darkness II is a fps, action and gore game
developed by Digital Extremes
and published by 2K.
Released on February 09th 2012 is available on Windows, MacOS, Steam Deck and Steam Machine
in 7 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish - Spain and Russian.
It has received 8,253 reviews of which 7,510 were positive and 743 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. 😎
The game is currently priced at 2.99€ on Steam with a 90% discount, but you can find it for 0.85€ on K4G.
The Steam community has classified The Darkness II into these genres:
FPS
Action
Gore
Dark
Shooter
Singleplayer
Horror
Co-op
First-Person
Violent
Multiplayer
Atmospheric
Story Rich
Supernatural
Comic Book
Short
Multiple Endings
Adventure
Funny
Here is the detailed breakdown of supported languages for The Darkness II:
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| English | |||
| German | |||
| French | |||
| Italian | |||
| Spanish - Spain | |||
| Russian | |||
| Japanese |
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System requirements
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Windows
- OS *: Windows XP/Vista/7
- Processor: Intel Core 2 @ 2GHz / AMD Athlon 64 X2 4200+
- Memory: 1.5GB RAM
- Hard Disk Space: 10GB
- Video Card: 256MB NVIDIA GeForce 8600 / ATI Radeon HD 2600
- Sound: DirectX Compatible
- Additional: Requires installation of Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable, DirectX and nVidia PhysX version 9.11.1107 (included with download)
MacOS
- OS: Mac OS X Snow Leopard 10.6.8 or higher
- Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo processor
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Hard Disk Space: 10 GB free
- Video Memory: 256MB
- Video Card: AMD HD2600 / Nvidia 9600GT with at least 256 MB VRAM
- Additional: Initial installation requires one-time internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include Steam Client for Mac OS X.
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The only regret I have about playing Darkness II is that I did not keep an accurate count on how many times "The Darkness" is mentioned in the dialogue. Some of the game mechanics are old and didn't age well, but the raw form of the game is excellent. This title isn't really meant to be played in stealth mode (except for the darkling segments) and you will get more enjoyment if you are more of a run and gunner. There's no hiding the 2k genetics in this title, so if you enjoyed any of the BioShock installments chances are you will enjoy this game. I only finished the game on middle of the road difficulty, but once you achieve victory on your first playthrough new game+ is unlocked. Just started on Vendetta's game mode (offline) and the same action is there but different characters and darkness powers. Overall this game gets a would recommend for me and would be great to see a Darkness 3 installment... wishful thinking though. Drop a like if you enjoyed playing this title and/or if you have BALLS OF STEEL. Thank you.
💀 THE DARKNESS II IS CLASSIC VIOLENCE IN THE ABSOLUTE CINEMA FLESH 💀 REVIEWED ON: (GeForce GT 1030/i7-3770 ) -Wow, just wow. Even after so many years, and even after playing it back in my younger days, the game still remains as one of the most intensely crude and violent journeys anyone could ever play to this day. Considering how society works today, there's not many games bieng released that could compare to the perfect blend of action and sadism that The Darkness II features. While there are many games out there that may be even better, this game in it's essence is something else. Imagine you're playing MAFIA II, but your protagonist carries what seems to be a symbiont similar to Venom from the Spider-Man series. Yeah, that's a good example. The first and second game are based on the comic series, sadly only the sequel is available on PC. This said, this game is brutal, full of action, possible replayability if you want to unlock everything, and lots of guts and blood. Let us resume it all by points and facts: ✨ PLOT (SPOILER ALERT): The story puts you in the shoes of Jackie Estacado, who is the host of a awakened cosmic-magical entity called "The Darkness", which is passed on through his bloodline once the host reaches adulthood. He is also the head of the Mafia currently. This is not mentioned on the game, since this is the sequel. But you probably need to know this, in order to understand the game more. Even so, once you get into the game, you will have a tough time connecting some stuff. So I advise you all investigate the comic series plot after beating it, and or play the first game as well. Do keep note tho, the games are different from the comics. Anyways, following his awakening and all that happened in the first game, Jackie gets an unexpected visit and assault from The Brotherhood, the evil guys and secret society who wants to gain control of The Darkness and take over the world. They do some pretty edgy and immoral stuff throughout the game, leaving Jackie with no option but to put a stop to it all, struggle against The Darkness and it's fight to control it's host, and finally save his sexy beloved in a Dante's Inferno sort of way. That's pretty much it, and the game is quite short but will keep you invested. There are two endings, so save often in each chapter/level or at the start of each. The game series got cancelled, so do not expect any resurrection of it later in life. ✨ LORE AND DIALOGUE: There's a lot of dialogue in this game casually when stuff is calm and you're free to speak to characters. It's always interesting to hear their stories, jokes, or other stuff. I did hear every single thing while recording the game to Youtube (I do that a lot). Interacting with the world and characters, for me is the absolute lively experience in videogames. But what's dope, is the actual lore related to the history of The Darkness. There are collectibles called "Relics", when found this dude called Johnny will explain the backgrounds of these items to you in a fully-voiced way. I did not find them all sadly, but hearing bro out made the game even more interesting for me. So get all those if you can! ✨ CONTROLLING THE DARKNESS: In the game you will be able not only to wield firearm variety but also slash, gnaw, destroy, slice, and murder your enemies with the help of The Darkness itself and the Darkling (A manifestation of Jackie's subconscious created by The Darkness, you will probably love the guy). As you progress in the story and battle your way, you will gain points from kills and consuming hearts which you will use to upgrade a multi-tree of abilities and buffs. You will also be able to use the Darkling in some ways and play as him. You will unlock attack and armor upgrades, ammo, synergy upgrades, and even different ways to kill the enemy in gruesome ways to gain resources. I did not unlock everything, but apparently there's a NEW GAME+ option, so this might be of interest for completionists. ✨ PERFORMANCE: Even after so long back when I played it on my laptop, this game ran flawlessly for me. Truly enjoyable and peak optimization. The animations were as smooth as I remember them, and man do I love this type of artstyle featured. I did not experience any lag, or stutter throughout the whole campaign. In fact, the game felt so comfortable and fast that my only issue was keeping up with all the action on the screen while executing combos and killing everyone. I did see some negative reviews claiming the game soflocks you on modern setups and stuff, then again I've seen those in other games I already played just fine. So who knows what the issue is there, could be anything related to your PC. Did not come across any bugs or glitches, so I found my experience a satisfying trip. You can all check part 1 of my gameplay here, but don't overstay if you don't want to get spoiled much: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aR7rDUeJ9Ps&t=929s 10/10 IN 2026: To conclude, The Darkness II may be the only game in the series available on PC, but it does not fail to deliver the edginess games nowadays do not. No matter if you read the comics or are not a fan, the game will surely awaken The Darkness and thirst for blood inside you. Perhaps, but just try to be the good guy. -If you're looking for a sick plot with plenty of violence, frenetic action, gory and lethal scenes and animations, and a MC who just doesn't give a darkened fudge, then go for it. Just imagine if you were playing as Max Payne, and he carried The Darkness with him. Probably all this game needs is some good slow-mo bullet-time moments! This game is one of those titles, any person nowadays would criticise for it's context, and clearly not made for kids. I would say younger audiences are safer off playing GTA and commiting mass homicide, than opening up people inside out, and also comitting mass homicide probably. Probably.
I first played this game as a kid at sub-720p with terrible FPS, but I still had incredibly fond memories of it. Granted, at that age, basically every game feels god-tier, so I was pretty skeptical about replaying it today. But oh boy, this game still absolutely slaps. It is pure, unadulterated FUN. While so many modern games try to be bloated, soulless open worlds, this one was clearly made with love by the devs. I’m not going to call it a 10/10 or GOTY, but it’s a solid 8.5/10. Even with dated graphics and mechanics, I loved every single minute of my replay. As a huge bonus, it actually has native Ultrawide support! It's wild that an old game handles Ultrawide perfectly, while some modern releases in 2026 still can't get it right. Thank you to 2K and Digital Extremes for this awesome piece of art.
The Darkness II mixes crime drama and supernatural horror and handles both fairly well. Since the first game is not available on Steam, I played this one without any knowledge of the previous story. Even so, it was easy enough to understand what was happening. The game explains the important details along the way, and the voice acting helps during key scenes. The story is quite straightforward and some characters do not get much development, but the campaign moves along at a steady pace. Combat is where most of the game's attention is focused. The mix of shooting and supernatural abilities gives more options during fights than a standard FPS. As the game progresses, new abilities become available and add more variety to encounters. The levels are mostly linear, with little reason to explore away from the main path, but there is always another fight around the corner. The dark environments and lighting suit the overall tone of the game. Overall, the campaign is short, but it does not overstay its welcome. The comic book visual style helps the game look different from many other shooters, and the music and sound design match the darker atmosphere. The story and level design are fairly simple, but the combat remains the main highlight throughout the game. Note: If the One Flew Over achievement does not unlock the first time, it may be due to a synchronization issue or a game glitch. Simply replay this chapter Chapter 9: The Awakening and the achievement should pop up. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3035615127
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Darkness II is currently priced at 2.99€ on Steam.
Yes, The Darkness II is currently available at a 90% discount. You can purchase it for 2.99€ on Steam.
Yes, The Darkness II received 7,510 positive votes out of a total of 8,253 achieving a rating of 8.83.
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The Darkness II was developed by Digital Extremes and published by 2K.
Yes, The Darkness II is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Yes, The Darkness II is playable and fully supported on MacOS.
No, The Darkness II is not playable on Linux.
Yes, The Darkness II is playable on Steam Deck, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
Yes, The Darkness II is playable on Steam Machine, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
No, The Darkness II does not support VR.
The Darkness II offers both single-player and multi-player modes.
The Darkness II includes Co-op mode where you can team up with friends.
No, The Darkness II does not currently offer any DLC.
No, The Darkness II does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
No, The Darkness II does not support Steam Remote Play.
Yes, The Darkness II is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for The Darkness II.
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Game modes
Multiplayer
Features
Online players
39
Developer
Digital Extremes
Publisher
2K
Release
09 Feb 2012
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