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Darkest Dungeon 2 – reviews and rating

Darkest Dungeon 2 has an average rating of 83% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – the best rating was given by Game Informer (8.5/10), the worst by HardcoreGamer (4/5). The game was released on May 8, 2023 for PC. Players on RAWG rate the game 78%.

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What critics praise
„Darkest Dungeon II is a harsh but fantastic game whose white-knuckled battles and hazard-filled exploration will trap you for hours.“
8,5/10 Game Informer

Game info

Release date
May 8, 2023
Platforms
PCPS5Xbox Series X|SNintendo SwitchPS4
Genres
StrategyRPG
Developer
Red Hook Studios
Reviews count
2

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FAQ

What is the rating of Darkest Dungeon 2?

Darkest Dungeon 2 has an average rating of 83% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – the best rating was given by Game Informer (8.5/10), the worst by HardcoreGamer (4/5).

When was Darkest Dungeon 2 released?

Darkest Dungeon 2 was released on May 8, 2023.

What platforms is Darkest Dungeon 2 available on?

Darkest Dungeon 2 is available for PC.

Is Darkest Dungeon 2 worth playing?

Yes. With an average rating of 83%, Darkest Dungeon 2 is one of the highly rated games and critics recommend it. Critics largely agree on the rating.

What games are similar to Darkest Dungeon 2?

Games similar to Darkest Dungeon 2 are for example Subnautica: Below Zero, The Forgotten City, Mundaun, ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights and Dorfromantik.

Statistics

Critics consensus

Critics agree

Spread of ratings
5 percentage points
Standard deviation
± 2,5
Best rating
8,5/10 Game Informer
Worst rating
4/5 HardcoreGamer

The distribution of rating

Number of reviews in rating ranges (%)

Ranking

  • #88 of 280 games released in 2023 better than 57 % of games
  • #76 of 245 games released in 2023 on PC better than 57 % of games
  • #45 of 111 games released in 2023 on PS5 better than 53 % of games
  • #30 of 67 games released in 2023 on Xbox Series X|S better than 53 % of games

By the average of all reviews

Comparison of ratings

  • Critics in this language2 reviews 83%
  • Foreign critics4 reviews 79%
  • Players (RAWG)27 votes 78%

How players rate it

  • Exceptional 31 %
  • Recommended 35 %
  • Meh 31 %
  • Skip 4 %

27 votes · RAWG

Reviews

4/5
HardcoreGamer May 9, 2023
Darkest Dungeon II brings fresh ideas to an already stellar series. Red Hook Studio should be praised for continuing to strive for better mechanics and overall gameplay experience. Fresh UIs and the pairing down of excessive elements makes this installment a prettier version alongside gorgeous, macabre visuals. City management as we knew it has been streamlined and contained into one hub, which makes...
8,5/10
Game Informer May 8, 2023
Darkest Dungeon II is a harsh but fantastic game whose white-knuckled battles and hazard-filled exploration will trap you for hours.

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