What changed in Darkest Dungeon® in 2023
24 updates · 13 main milestones · May 8, 2023 to Dec 11, 2023
- 5 eventsNew Hero: The Duelistnew contentMilestone
The Duelist is a new hero capable of switching between Defensive and Aggressive stances, attacking from both front and back ranks.
SteamThe Binding Blade DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestoneThe Binding Blade, Darkest Dungeon II’s first DLC, is available now, featuring 2 new heroes and a special unlock quest.
SteamNew Hero: The Crusadernew contentMilestoneThe Crusader returns as a battle-hardened knight fueled by Holy fire, capable of Smite attacks.
SteamThe Binding Blade Added to Oblivion Edition Bundledlc releaseThe Binding Blade DLC is now included in the Oblivion Edition Bundle alongside Darkest Dungeon II and the official soundtrack.
SteamWinter Sale DiscountshopTo celebrate the launch of the DLC, Darkest Dungeon II is 25% off until the end of the Winter Sale.
Steam - 4 eventsNew Playable Hero: The Duelistnew contentMilestone
A disciplined combatant capable of switching between Defensive and Aggressive stances, attacking from both front and back ranks.
SteamIntroduction of The Warlord Mini-Bossnew contentA new roaming mini-boss that players will encounter on their journey to the Mountain.
SteamNew Playable Hero: The Crusadernew contentMilestoneA battle-hardened knight fueled by Holy fire, capable of Smite attacks.
SteamThe Binding Blade DLC Announcementdlc releaseMilestoneDarkest Dungeon II’s first DLC, featuring 2 new playable heroes and a new mini-boss, releasing December 2023.
Steam - 4 eventsFuture Quality of Life Improvementsquality of life
Plans for hero origin skins, mod support, and improvements to RNG and replayability.
SteamChirurgeon's Table Update for Darkest Dungeon IInew contentMilestoneFirst free themed update includes a new location, two new minibosses, and 6 new champion enemies.
SteamGamepad and Steam Deck Supportnew contentAdded gamepad and Steam Deck support in the Chirurgeon's Table update.
Steam - 11 eventsOngoing Balance and Tuning Updates Plannedbalance change
The team commits to ongoing balance and tuning based on community feedback.
SteamNew Features Including Corpse Art and Hero Palettesnew contentMilestonePlayers can expect new features such as corpse art, hero palettes, weapon kits, and more.
SteamDiscounted Rate for Existing DDI OwnersstoreExisting owners of Darkest Dungeon I will be able to purchase Darkest Dungeon II at a discounted rate for a limited time.
SteamLimited Time Bundle: The Iron CrownstoreA bundle including both Darkest Dungeon and Darkest Dungeon II for 25% off.
SteamImprovements to Driving System and User Experiencequality of lifeImprovements made to the driving system and first-time user experience based on player feedback.
SteamLaunch of Darkest Dungeon II with 12 Playable Charactersnew contentMilestoneThe game will feature 12 playable characters at launch, each with a complete narrative across 5 acts.
SteamIntroduction of The Flagellant Characternew contentMilestoneThe 12th playable character, The Flagellant, will be introduced in the 1.0 release.
SteamSteam Cloud Save Not ImplementedsystemSteam Cloud Save is not yet implemented for the 1.0 release, but will be added soon.
SteamDarkest Dungeon II Release Date Announceddlc releaseMilestoneDarkest Dungeon II will be releasing into 1.0 on May 8th, 2023.
SteamModding Support Planned for Darkest Dungeon IImoddingMilestoneThe team is planning to develop modding tools post-launch to support community creativity.
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