To this, Death reveals that he doesn't intend to clear War's name but undo the crime he's accused of. The Crowfather states that it is a pointless wasted effort since War is the victim of conspiracy. After making his way through the realm Death confronts the maddened Crowfather asking for his help in clearing War's name. Along the way, the Horseman discovers that there are far worse things than an earthly Apocalypse, and that an ancient grudge may threaten all of Creation.ĭarksiders II takes place during the 100 year imprisonment of War following the Darksiders prologue, except this time around, players take control of Death, the eldest and deadliest of the Horsemen.ĭeath begins his journey in the Veil, an icy realm lorded over by the eldest of the Old Ones the Crowfather, the Keeper of Secrets. As the game progresses, players are able to upgrade their equipment and unlock new skill through skill points that are awarded after either leveling up or completing certain quests.Īwakened by the End of Days, Death, the most feared of the legendary Four Horsemen, embarks upon a quest to restore mankind, and redeem his brother’s name. Players have two choices of weapons, 'light' (Scythes) or 'heavy' (miscellaneous) as well as the ability to preform magic through necromancy. This also applies to loot that is found in chests. It also features a loot system that is leveled related to both the players themselves and the enemies that drop the them upon their deaths, such as armor or weapons. Achievements and Trophies Main article: Achievements & Trophies Overviewĭarksiders II features four difficulties as well as many RPG qualities including a leveling system that is progressed through killing enemies and completing quests.

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