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Game Details
- Release Date 8/13/2012
- Publisher THQ
- Platform PS3
- Genre Action Adventure
- Number of Players 1
- Online Enabled Yes
Game Description
On a list of people you don't want to make angry, Death has to be high on that list. The second Horseman of the Apocalypse returns to crush those who would banish his brother War into oblivion. Follow Death through hell and beyond in order to clear his brother's name in this sequel that continues the events of the original Darksiders. Unleash Death's fury using thousands of weapons, armor, and spell combos. Travel through the realms of light and dark as you uncover a shocking plot that spans the worlds of angels, demons, and men.
Critic Reviews
IGN Preview
The original Darksiders was a fun action game that had a great concept, but was written off by many as a God of War clone. However, the potential was massive, as the deep lore and engaging combat was a blast. In creating the sequel, the team at Vigil opted to include a lot of the elements that th...more
User Reviews
Average Member Rating: 7.7 out of 10
A step up from the original but still flawed. (7 out of 10)
posted by tjsmoke (NORTHAMPTON, PA) on Aug 22, 2012
Member since Dec 2008
8 out of 10 gamers (80%) found this review helpful
Member since Dec 2008
8 out of 10 gamers (80%) found this review helpful
"Darksiders II" takes place alongside the first game, though this time we follow Death instead. Death is a more likeable character than War, doling out wisecracks to those he meets on his journey. The environments are much bigger this time around, so it helps Death has his trusty steed Despair to ai...more
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