Dark and Darker
Action
RPG
Free To Play
Early Access
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
In-App Purchases
Partial Controller Support

An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters.

Developers: IRONMACE
Publishers: IRONMACE
Release Date: Jun 7, 2024
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 9.2k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mixed(67%)
unique gameplay
fantasy elements
class variety
loot extraction
atmosphere
community interactions
difficulties
updates and patches
seasonal wipes
player experience
paywall content
combat mechanics
technical issues
balance problems
performance hiccups
General sentiment about the game is highly polarized. While many players enjoy the unique fusion of fantasy elements and extraction gameplay, which offers a high-stakes, adrenaline-pumping experience, significant criticism is directed towards the balance issues, paywalls, and technical problems that hinder the enjoyment for some. The community's reception of ongoing updates and mixed success in addressing core issues further contributes to a divided player base. Despite its flaws, there is potential seen in its concept with a strong desire from players for continued positive development.

Positive Points

  • The game is praised for its unique blend of extraction mechanics and a fantasy dungeon crawling experience, offering a gameplay loop that feels rewarding and challenging.
  • Players appreciate the array of classes offered, each providing a distinctive style of gameplay, making the game feel diverse and dynamic.
  • There's significant enthusiasm for the game's tense atmosphere, with many players enjoying the thrill and tension that comes with entering dungeons and facing threats both from the environment and other players.
  • Many reviewers express enjoyment in the looting and extraction elements, particularly the thrill of successfully escaping with valuable loot.
  • Negative Points

  • The game has received substantial criticism for being labeled as 'free-to-play,' yet containing significant content behind a paywall with the 'Legendary Status' DLC.
  • Balance issues are a notable concern, with many players citing that certain classes or builds are overpowered, which can lead to frustrating PvP encounters.
  • The game is often described as clunky and unintuitive, with particular criticism directed at the combat mechanics and lack of a proper tutorial for new players.
  • Technical issues such as server problems, frequent crashes, and performance hiccups, especially during player interactions, are common complaints.
  • Mixed Points

  • The community and multiplayer aspect of the game are divisive; some enjoy the interactions and forming teams, while others criticize the toxicity and teaming/cheating issues.
  • Players provide mixed feedback on the updates and patches, with some appreciating recent improvements while others feel changes can be unpredictable and sometimes detrimental to their experience.
  • Opinions on the game's difficulty and balance are mixed, with some praising it as a challenging experience, while others find it excessively punitive or unfair.
  • Common Themes

  • The game is frequently compared to other extraction and dungeon crawling games like 'Tarkov' but with a fantasy twist, mixing elements of RPG and survival genres.
  • Players consistently mention the game’s steep learning curve and initial difficulty, which can be a barrier to entry for new players.
  • The seasonal wipe system is a recurring topic, with some appreciating it for keeping the game fresh, while others are frustrated by losing progress.
  • Updated 4/29/2026, 12:02:24 AM UTC