The Darkness II

Over a decade ago Marc Silvestri’s Top Cow Studios introduced a new comic book character to the world and comicdom has never been the same sense. The Darkness stars Jackie Estacado, a loner, who was a hitman for the Mob. When Jackie turned 21 he inherited a mysterious power called the Darkness. The Darkness existed before the creation of the universe. When God created light, the Darkness was none too happy about it and set about creating chaos and death through the universe as a way of revenge.

Every generation a human wields the power of The Darkness. They become a human vessel by which The Darkness can kill, maim and destroy. To be the holder of The Darkness would seem to be the perfect fit for Jackie-not so. While it affords him unlimited power-almost that of a god, there is a price to pay.


Jackie slowly, inevitably began to lose his humanity-turning into an empty shell that The Darkness could control completely...and it liked it that way.


Until, Jackie falls head over heels in love with Jenny. Unfortunately Jackie turned against the Mob and in retaliation the Mob kills Jenny-big mistake.


This is where The Darkness II begins. Deprived of his one true love Jackie has no reason to live and after holding The Darkness in check for so many years he relents and The Darkness manifests itself stronger than ever. Hungry for revenge against the Mob and humanity The Darkness goes on a rampage of death, destruction and vengeance as Jackie’s humanity slowly slips away.


The Darkness II Limited Edition from 2K Games is not for the timid or faint of heart. It’s bloody, gory, violent and horrific-just the way The Darkness likes it. It’s dark and twisted storyline is perfect for the new ability The Darkness II allows players to utilize.


While eviscerating, disemboweling and generally causing a ruckus Jackie can fire his trademark twin pistols while at the same time using the sinister, dark and destructive power of The Darkness tendrils.


Objects and people can be thrown and ripped apart-the more creative you are with The Darkness power the more points you earn allowing you to purchase certain arcane upgrades such as Demon Arm, Darkness Powers, Hitman Upgrades and Execution.


Intermingled in the game is the machinations of The Brotherhood who were, in part, were responsible for The Darkness once again emerging from Jackie. They seek to use The Darkness power for themselves-only it backfired.


The Darkness II is a stunning accomplishment with its sinister tone, chilling and cleverly created special effects, fast-paced game play, ultra violence and huge game play scenarios.


This is not a game for kids-it is extremely violent and gory and is best left for the seasoned gamer to play. The Limited Edition comes with character ability upgrades, a custom illustration by Marc Silvestri and free digital downloads of The Darkness Origins Volume 1 and Volume 2 comics.