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Darksiders Genesis

Darksiders Genesis pairs War’s sword fighting with Strife’s gunplay in an adventure set before the original Darksiders.

At a glance

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A solo or two-player action prequel to Darksiders, combining melee and ranged Horsemen against Lucifer's plot in Hell.

Release
Released · Steam: Dec 5, 2019
Single-player
Supported
Online co-op
2 players
Local co-op
2 players
Perspective
Top-down
Platform
PC / Steam
Operating systems
Windows
VR
Not verified
Developer
Airship Syndicate
Publisher
THQ Nordic
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Steam PC edition. Other editions and cross-store play need a separate check.

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Dungeon crawler

About Darksiders Genesis

The Horsemen investigate Lucifer’s scheme to empower demons and upset the Balance. Single-player allows instant switching between the two heroes, while two-player co-op lets a friend join the campaign. Collecting items, abilities, weapon enhancements and creature cores develops their strength.

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What makes it worth a look?

  • Story context: The campaign explores the origin of the Seven Seals.
  • The Horsemen are Nephilim whom the Council ordered to destroy their own people in Eden.

Is this game right for you or your group?

  • Two combat styles. A fit for players who want both close sword fighting and ranged gunplay within one adventure.

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