Ice Pick Lodge and Hooded Horse have revealed Darkwood 2 during the ID@Xbox showcase, with the game confirmed for PC and Game Pass, though a release date is not yet confirmed. Darkwood 2 is going to be set a few years after Darkwood. You can check out the announcement trailer to get an idea of what to expect from the sequel.
The description for Darkwood 2 says, “In the aftermath of the Soviet Union’s collapse, the dying Aral Sea has become the site of an anomaly – an eerie forest that swallows everything in its path. No one knows where it came from, or why – retribution, perhaps, for humanity’s abuse of nature. All around lie the ruins of a vanished world – deserted villages, rusting ships marooned in sand, derelict oil rigs, power stations, and factories on the verge of collapse. A secret biological lab sits in silence on a remote island as roving gangs of looters, bikers, and former soldiers control the remaining population through fear. Nomads travel through these lands with no rest or respite, day or night – even walls can’t guarantee safety. As the world loses its humanity, and as the so-called corruption of the forest spreads, one can’t help but wonder – is it really better to remain human? Or would it be best to give in?”
Darkwood Review
In our Darkwood review, Steve said, “Darkwood is one of the most terrifying games I’ve ever played as it challenges you to explore and survive a dark and twisted world. Unravelling the mysteries of the night time horrors will consume you even before you try the permadeath mode. This comes highly recommended, but remember to wear your brown trousers.”
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