Get the latest info on The Darkness II, a first-person shooter video game developed by Digital Extremes and published by 2K Games, featuring demonic powers and action-packed gameplay.
The Darkness II is a first-person shooter with light role-playing elements, played from a first-person perspective. Players take control of Jackie Estacado, who wields ancient demonic abilities known as The Darkness after inheriting them on his 21st birthday.
Two years after the events of the first game, Jackie now dons a suit and runs the Franchetti crime family as Don, keeping his Darkness powers under control. However, an unprovoked attack by a mysterious group called the Brotherhood draws him back into using his powers, seeking vengeance while also learning more about the origin of The Darkness.
Gameplay involves gunfighting, using supernatural abilities, and maneuvering around dangerous environments. Jackie can use tendrils to impale enemies, summon darkling allies to assist in fights, slash through objects with demon arms, and more. Weapons can also be dual-wielded for added firepower.
The game features a gripping, personal story focused on Jackie balancing his new life as a crime boss with his struggles controlling The Darkness. It also expands more on the demonic heritage and abilities associated with The Darkness through new characters and lore.