Darksiders: Warmastered Edition

About Darksiders: Warmastered Edition

Kaiko handled this remaster of the original Darksiders while releasing it on November 22, 2016. You can play this single-player adventure on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, Switch, and Wii U. The story follows War, one of the Four Horsemen who got framed for starting the Apocalypse before his time. After the Charred Council strips him of his powers, he must clear his name across a ruined Earth. This version ups the graphics with native 1080p resolution, better shadows, and smooth 60 frames per second on most systems. It feels like the definitive way to jump into this specific chapter of the franchise without worrying about performance issues.

Gameplay

You control War as he swings his massive sword and uses supernatural abilities to crush enemies. A typical session involves navigating dark dungeons and wastelands while switching between melee attacks and ranged options from a huge weapon arsenal. You ride Ruin, a spectral horse that lets you charge through groups of foes quickly. The combat loop relies on dodging, parrying, and finding the right moment to unleash powerful combos. Between fights, you hunt for relics to upgrade your gear and unlock new skills. Puzzles require using specific weapons or abilities to open paths forward. You might spend minutes figuring out how to reach a high platform or hours grinding for upgrades to make fighting easier.

What Players Think

The PlayPile data shows IGDB users rating this title 78.6 out of 100 based on 116 reviews. Most players report an average playtime of around 25 hours to finish the main campaign, with completion rates sitting near 45 percent for those attempting all side content. Community mood leans heavily toward "satisfied" regarding the combat mechanics but dips slightly on puzzle design complexity. Review snippets frequently mention the improved frame rate as a major factor in enjoyment compared to older versions. Some users note that achievement hunting takes an extra 10 hours beyond the standard run. The consensus remains that the core loop holds up well even years after release.

PlayPile's Take

This game works best for players who enjoy heavy hack and slash action with RPG progression elements. At its current price point on sale, it offers solid value given the visual upgrades and 60 FPS performance. You will need to put in about 25 hours to see everything the main story has to offer. The achievement list is decent but requires some grinding for perfect scores. If you want a straightforward action game with clear goals and no modern live-service fluff, this fits the bill. Skip it if you hate puzzle solving or dislike combat that feels slightly slow at first.

Storyline

Apocalyptic Power – Unleash the wrath of War, combining brutal attacks and supernatural abilities to decimate all who stand in your way Extreme Arsenal – Wield a devastating arsenal of angelic, demonic and Earthly weapons; and blaze a trail of destruction atop Ruin, War’s fiery phantom steed Epic Quest – Battle across the wastelands and demon-infested dungeons of the decimated Earth in your quest for vengeance and redemption Character Progression – Uncover powerful ancient relics, upgrade your weapons, unlock new abilities, and customize your gameplay style Battle Heaven and Hell – Battle against all who stand in your way - from war-weary angelic forces to Hell’s hideous demon hordes Remaster Edition Features: PS4, Xbox One and Wii U versions of Darksiders (Wrath of War) Native 1080p rendering resolution Doubled all the texture resolutions Rendering improvements and rework Better shadow rendering quality Post processing effects 60 FPS in moment to moment gameplay (PS4, Xbox One, PC, 30 for WiiU)