I harbour a deep love for Darksiders. The first title, as repetitive as it was, featured a tale and setting that felt extremely original at the time (Ed’s note: Only because you’d not yet played a Zelda game at that point). Take the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and let players wreak havoc with the most imposing of them – War. Darksiders II, for the most part, built nicely on the existing formula, but sadly ended up being one of THQ’s very last releases. But it’s getting new life on new consoles sometime soon.
Following on from a leak on Amazon, Nordic Games has basically confirmed that a Darksiders II remake is currently in development. Speaking to Gamespot regarding the leak, a representative from the publishing house stated that “the authenticity of the listing is unquestionable”, before saying that they weren’t yet comfortable talking about the project. Amazon lists the PS4 as the sole platform at this moment, but one would probably expect the Xbox One to crop up at some point.
If you recall, Darksiders II had an attractive cel-shading art style to complement the larger, more open world that players were very to explore. Some light RPG elements were added to the mix, making the journey of brother Death a rather enjoyable, compelling one. Thing is, the game didn’t come out too long ago, and is still readily available on PS3, Xbox 360 and PC. So why would anyone actually need a remaster?
A lot of remasters either bundle up a series of games, or give a rather old one new life in some way. Right now, it looks like just Darksiders II is getting the facelift, leaving out the game that kicked things off in the first place. And the cel-shaded art direction? There’s not much you can do with that in terms of an update, other than an increased resolution and beefed up framerate. Just ask Gearbox – why do you think the Borderlands Collection isn’t just a single title?
It seems like a cheap cas- in from Nordic Games, who have explicitly stated their hesitance at continuing the franchise at all. There’s still hope for a Darksiders III out there, and if this remaster helps fund it I’d gladly give it the chance. But as it stands, I see no reason why it should exist.
Last Updated: February 17, 2015
Marius Nell
February 17, 2015 at 07:33
I really loved darksiders and would love to replay it
Blood Emperor Trevor
February 17, 2015 at 07:42
This game is too old for a remaster, it’s over a year old already!
Hammersteyn
February 17, 2015 at 07:43
But,but homeworld 🙁
Blood Emperor Trevor
February 17, 2015 at 07:46
Meh. Not interested in remasters of games I’ve already played. Not enough time for shiner graphics.
RinceThis
February 17, 2015 at 08:26
I know man! Shesh, the game cases have only just cooled down!
Captain JJ the crafter
February 17, 2015 at 08:26
So Darksiders 2 is out already? ;P
RinceThis
February 17, 2015 at 08:32
Ha! I loved the game, was a bit repetitive with a sticky ass camera but I don’t think there is a need for a remake.
Tosh "Did he just say that?"
February 17, 2015 at 08:35
I have it on both PC and Xbox 360 (Humble bundle got me the pc version) – and it’s better on Xbox.
Yeah, I know.
Still, was a good and enjoyable game, but not worth a remaster. Not on any level.
Captain JJ the crafter
February 17, 2015 at 08:39
Darksides plays nicely with a controller, I’ll agree with that.
For the other thing you said, I will refrain from commenting 😉
Viking Of Science
February 17, 2015 at 08:43
what, why play at 1080p, 60 FPS if you can play at 720p 30 FPS, you know, The way GAWD INTENDED! 😛
Captain JJ the crafter
February 17, 2015 at 08:47
LOL
Good day to you sir, you’ve given me my first smile of the week.
Uberutang
February 17, 2015 at 11:06
I had to cap mine at 300fps.
Captain JJ the crafter
February 17, 2015 at 08:39
I played the first. Felt like Prototype graphics with linear gameplay.
I didn’t love it, but I had some good times with it for sure. But a remaster is completely unnecessary.
truesayer
May 23, 2016 at 20:25
What do you mean old? They did a remake of Doom, how many years old is that? Your comment is just meh.
Hammersteyn
February 17, 2015 at 07:44
Never finished this, I am Jack’s disappointment
Admiral Chief
February 17, 2015 at 07:51
Just don’t go off yourself…
Hammersteyn
February 17, 2015 at 07:58
I would never commit suicide. Tyler on the other hand is getting to be handful
Left4Dead
February 17, 2015 at 08:07
Jack….off….handful…..I’m outta here
Ghost In The Rift
February 17, 2015 at 07:53
Im sure there are more than 2 Horseman.
Loftus
February 17, 2015 at 07:54
ye the four arse men are : 1.) Death 2.) War 3.) Taxes 4.) ESKOM
Hammersteyn
February 17, 2015 at 07:57
rofl
RustedFaith
February 17, 2015 at 10:01
lol
Loftus
February 17, 2015 at 07:53
the back up generator to my logic has gone full eskom, but how would making a remaster make money to make another game? Was darksider in the same school as The last of us ?
Raptor Rants A Lot:Original #7
February 17, 2015 at 07:57
Why? I don’t see a remaster of a 3 year old game making a lot of cash. Why wate resources on a remaster? Just make number 3 already
Admiral Chief
February 17, 2015 at 07:57
*waste
Raptor Rants A Lot:Original #7
February 17, 2015 at 08:02
Missed the S. Eish. Must be coz that’s what 7 starts with
Admiral Chief
February 17, 2015 at 07:57
Also, cuz screw logic, that is why
Hammersteyn
February 17, 2015 at 07:59
Maybe they’re working for Gabe now?
Viking Of Science
February 17, 2015 at 08:03
I blame the lack of Backwards Compatibility on the current consoles. If you could just play PS3 and 360 games on your PS4 and Xbone respectively. There wouldn’t be any of these remasters…
Also, If they do it with emualtion, they could easily code it in such a way that the game gets up-ressed to 1080p and runs at 60fps. you know, like what these “remasters” are doing anyway….
That said, I think I’ll reinstall Darksiders 2 tonight.
Rock789
February 17, 2015 at 08:06
Great news for those who haven’t played it… Other than that, this is pretty “standard-issue” for development houses now – re-release an HD version of a previous game so the public stop asking why your latest game isn’t out yet (there’ll be a Half-Life collection before there’s a Half-Life 3 – mark my words!)…
In other news – I see they reporting that the US trademark for “The Last Guardian” has been classified as abandoned as Sony America didn’t renew it… Wonder if that’s a hint at what’s going on in the background…
#StayStrongUmar
RinceThis
February 17, 2015 at 08:27
BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAH! Yeah, oh man 🙂
Jonah Cash
February 17, 2015 at 08:25
Mmmmmm…. I think I would pick it up if they sell it for R400 to R500!! Was a very good game, also like 1 more but Deaths movement was very cool!! He had animal movement almost, like a lion stalking a gazelle…
Captain JJ the crafter
February 17, 2015 at 08:25
I totally called it that remakes and remasters are going to get out of hand.
Remasters are the new micro-transactions.
RinceThis
February 17, 2015 at 08:25
Look, I loved the game. But come on people, bring us something new.
Exalted Overlord Geoffrey Tim
February 17, 2015 at 08:28
The only people who really, really loved Darksiders are people who’ve never played a Legend of Zelda game. ;P
Tosh "Did he just say that?"
February 17, 2015 at 08:32
I played and kind of enjoyed Zelda. But I do enjoy Darksiders too.
Blood Emperor Trevor
February 17, 2015 at 08:38
Zelda pffft. Nintendon’t #amirite
Captain JJ the crafter
February 17, 2015 at 08:41
What’s a Zelda?
Can I eat it?
Viking Of Science
February 17, 2015 at 08:41
lies and filth! I can love both…. I just finished Majora’s Mask again over the Holidays….
Rock789
February 17, 2015 at 08:45
I’ve never played a Zelda game… **the shame** 🙁
Tosh "Did he just say that?"
February 17, 2015 at 09:03
Lucky bastard!
Hendrik
February 17, 2015 at 09:13
Boooooo!!!
Hendrik
February 17, 2015 at 09:09
Boooo! I really really loved Darksiders II! Don’t remake it, give us Darksiders III !!
CAE9872
February 17, 2015 at 09:33
If they wanted to sell it properly include one remastered as well. Otherwise don’t see much point.
Gideon Venter
February 17, 2015 at 09:42
I would sell someone’s soul for Darksiders III. Perfectly legitimately, of course. There’ll be signed contracts and everything.
Uberutang
February 17, 2015 at 11:06
I dont think it is pointless. Game runs very differently at 60 fps vs 30 so this will be a nicer console version to play.
MAC
February 17, 2015 at 12:52
Yup also enjoyed and finsihed both, but a remaster seems meaningless. Really hope this is not a start of a money making trend for older games. Too much to play and not enough time this year to even think of replaying already finished games.
Avi
February 17, 2015 at 15:32
Its already on my new console, not talking abt xb1 or my ps4 yes i have it on wii-u and its awesome
Nahil
February 20, 2015 at 02:38
forget remaster I wanted Darksiders 3