Action · 2010
Darksiders
Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell. In the slaughter that ensued, the demonic forces defeated the heavenly hosts and laid claim to the Earth.
Key facts
- Released
- 5 January 2010
- Genre
- Action
- Length
- ≈ 25 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Xbox · Nintendo
- Studio
- THQ, Vigil Games
- Publisher
- THQ Nordic
- Critics
- Metacritic 83
- Steam reviews
- 89% positive (12,402 reviews)
Where to buy
Why play it
- "Action" vibe
- ≈ 25h to see the end
- Open world
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Darksiders?
Expect about 25 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Darksiders with friends?
No, Darksiders is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Darksiders on?
Darksiders is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo.
Is Darksiders a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 83. On Steam, 89% positive (12,402 reviews).
What games are like Darksiders?
In the same spirit: Darksiders Warmastered Edition, Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition and Overlord.



