game

Dark Souls II

SteamApr 25, 2014

IGDBMar 11, 2014

IGDB79IGDB Critics90RAWG4.0/5Metacritic91Steam87%SteamVery Positive

DeveloperFromSoftware, Inc.PublisherBANDAI NAMCO Entertainment

Rated

USK 16 · ESRB Mature

Franchise

Dark Souls

Avg playtime

43h

Time to beat

60.1h

Dark Souls II is an action role-playing game set in the kingdom of Drangleic. Players control the Bearer of the Curse, navigating a dark, interconnected world filled with challenging enemies and complex boss encounters. Combat emphasizes precise timing, stamina management, and adaptability, with options for dual-wielding, varied weapon types, and a flexible character progression system. The online servers were shut down on March 31st, 2024.

Trailer

DLC & expansions

Dark Souls II: Crown of the Ivory KingDark Souls II: Crown of the Sunken KingDark Souls II: Crown of the Old Iron KingDARK SOULS™ II Crown of the Sunken KingDARK SOULS™ II Crown of the Ivory KingDARK SOULS™ II Crown of the Old Iron King

Tags & details

GenreAction RPG Souls-like Dark Fantasy Action RPG Adventure Fantasy metroidvania

Settingmedieval magic

Art Style3d

Mood / Tonebrutal dark

Theme / Plotdeath

OtherDifficult Exploration Role-playing (RPG)action-adventure achievements undead traps good vs evil sword & sorcery giants boss fight throwing weapons spider playstation trophies customizable characters

Meta / Noisesequel

PlatformsWindowsPCXbox OnePlayStation 4Xbox 360PlayStation 3PC (Microsoft Windows)

Modes & perspectiveSingle playerMultiplayerCo-operativeThird person

Links

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