Darkest Dungeon has an average rating of 86% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – the best rating was given by Game Informer (9.3/10), the worst by HardcoreGamer (4/5). The game was released on January 18, 2016 for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, macOS, Linux, Nintendo Switch and PS Vita. Metacritic score is 84, players on RAWG rate the game 84%.
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What critics praise
„Tremendous highs and tumultuous lows combine in the Lovecraft-inspired, turn-based dungeon-crawler Darkest Dungeon.“
„Darkest Dungeon is difficult, but not because its systems are unclear or unfair. In fact, the richness and complexity of its mechanics are miraculously transparent.“
Darkest Dungeon has an average rating of 86% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – the best rating was given by Game Informer (9.3/10), the worst by HardcoreGamer (4/5).
When was Darkest Dungeon released?
Darkest Dungeon was released on January 18, 2016.
What platforms is Darkest Dungeon available on?
Darkest Dungeon is available for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, macOS, Linux, Nintendo Switch and PS Vita.
How long does it take to beat Darkest Dungeon?
Players on RAWG spend on average 8 hours playing Darkest Dungeon.
Is Darkest Dungeon worth playing?
Yes. With an average rating of 86%, Darkest Dungeon is one of the highly rated games and critics recommend it. Critics largely agree on the rating.
What games are similar to Darkest Dungeon?
Games similar to Darkest Dungeon are for example Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, Rayman Origins, Minecraft, Uncharted: Golden Abyss and Little Deviants.
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Critics consensus
Critics agree
Spread of ratings
13 percentage points
Standard deviation
± 6,3
Best rating
9,3/10
Game Informer
Worst rating
4/5
HardcoreGamer
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Ranking
#80
of 709 games released in 2016
better than 89 % of games
Darkest Dungeon is difficult, but not because its systems are unclear or unfair. In fact, the richness and complexity of its mechanics are miraculously transparent. What makes Darkest Dungeon challenging is balancing and equipping a party and the essentially unpredictable nature of the dungeons and combat. The art style — hand-drawn and evocative, with just enough effective animation to keep things...
Tremendous highs and tumultuous lows combine in the Lovecraft-inspired, turn-based dungeon-crawler Darkest Dungeon.
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Darkest Dungeon has only been beaten 3 times and is better than most games compared. Our recommendation - the game is worth playing.
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