Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition Review (Switch) | Nintendo Life
: Unlike its predecessor, this sequel introduces deep character progression with skill trees (Harbinger vs. Necromancer) and a randomized loot system that changes Death's appearance and stats. Darksiders 2: Deathinitive Edition Switch NSP/XCI
Released on the Nintendo Switch in 2019, is an ambitious remaster of the 2012 action-adventure title that puts you in the role of Death , one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. This edition is often cited as a "Zelda-meets-God-of-War" hybrid, blending massive dungeon exploration with high-octane hack-and-slash combat and a heavy emphasis on RPG loot systems. Core Features & Content This edition is often cited as a "Zelda-meets-God-of-War"
: Players explore vast open worlds on Death's steed, Despair , solving environmental puzzles and navigating intricate dungeons that reward progression with new tools. Performance on Nintendo Switch Darksiders 2: Deathinitive Edition Switch NSP/XCI
While widely considered a "decent" port for a handheld, the Switch version has notable technical trade-offs compared to other platforms: