Developer: Starbreeze AB
Developer: Starbreeze AB
Developer: Starbreeze AB
Publisher: 2K Games
Publisher: 2K Games
Genre: Action
Release Date: June 25, 2007 (US)
Release Date: June 28, 2007 (UK)
Release Date: June 29, 2007 (AU)
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Strong Language, Suggestive Themes
PEGI: 12+
OFLC: MA15+
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Developer: Starbreeze AB
Developer: Starbreeze AB
Developer: Starbreeze AB
Publisher: 2K Games
Publisher: 2K Games
Genre: Action
Release Date: June 25, 2007 (US)
Release Date: June 28, 2007 (UK)
Release Date: June 29, 2007 (AU)
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Strong Language, Suggestive Themes
PEGI: 12+
OFLC: MA15+
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On the eve of his 21st birthday, fearless mafia hitman Jackie Estacado is suddenly possessed by the terrifying and spectacular powers of The Darkness. Though his supernatural entity lets him wreak terrible havoc on his enemies, the Darkness also has a strong will of its own and now Jackie must learn how to control it. Gameplay features include a seamless and unique blend of modern crime drama and supernatural horror with both first and third person non-linear progression, ad well as highly destructible environments that enable players to stalk the gritty New York slums, harbors, subway tunnels and rooftops, then defeat the terrifying creatures of The Otherworld-a parallel reality where the Darkness dwells.


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X360 Reviews | Jul 2, 2007

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X360 Features | Jun 27, 2007

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Editions

The Darkness (X360)

Release Region: United States
Release Date: June 25, 2007
Publisher: 2K Games

ESRB M for Mature Blood and Gore, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Strong Language, Suggestive Themes

The Darkness (X360)

Release Region: United Kingdom
Release Date: June 28, 2007
Publisher: 2K Games

The Darkness (X360)

Release Region: Australia
Release Date: June 29, 2007
Publisher: 2K Games

Also available on: PlayStation 3

Specifications

Release Medium

1 DVD-ROM

Multiplayer

Online Multiplayer - Versus: 8

For more info on these technical requirements and features, please view GameSpy's Specs FAQ.

Features

  • Varying manifestations of the Darkness allow you to devour, impale or implode your enemies. Use the Darkness to toss huge objects like cars around as though they were toys.
  • Cannibalize your victims – Slay your enemies and command the Darkness to eat their hearts to increase your strength and power
  • The light is your enemy – Extinguish any light in your path and seek the shadows wherever possible in order to feed and replenish the Darkness
  • Summon Darklings, impish and humorous demons, to do your bidding and eviscerate your foes.
  • Insane multiplayer – Shapeshift between Darkling and Human in online multiplayer games and face other players in traditional multiplayer modes as well as all-new innovative game modes.
  • Diverse voice talent – An all-star cast adds authenticity to the characters and credibility to the overall cinematic experience, including Kirk Acevedo (Oz, Band of Brothers) as Jackie Estacado, Lauren Ambrose (Six Feet Under) as Jenny Romano, and Mike Patton (Faith No More, Peeping Tom) as the voice of The Darkness
  • In-game television – Watch select shows in their entirety, including everything from Nosferatu to Popeye. Players can also tune into breaking news that directly relates to the storyline

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