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Darksiders II

Review · Action · PC · Wii U · PlayStation 3

Darksiders II

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PC · Wii U · PlayStation 3 · Nintendo Switch · Xbox 360

THQ Nordic · 2012

LumiScore

66/100

Good

Darksiders II is an action RPG that builds problem solving and strategic thinking, but features mature themes, high violence, and strong language.

Growth (BDS)

50

Risk (RIS)

5

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.64
B2Social-emotional
0.23
B3Motor
0.55

Darksiders II offers engaging third-person action RPG gameplay with an open world, extensive combat, and challenging riddles. Players develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills while exploring a unique and immersive world as Death, one of the Four Horsemen.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.10
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game features mature themes including high levels of violence and some strong language, consistent with its 'M' rating. While it avoids manipulative monetization and social risks, its dark fantasy setting and themes of apocalypse may be intense for some players.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~5 hReviewedApr 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Darksiders II safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Darksiders II a LumiScore of 66/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Darksiders II appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Darksiders II (M), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Darksiders II?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Darksiders II is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Darksiders II?

The game features mature themes including high levels of violence and some strong language, consistent with its 'M' rating. While it avoids manipulative monetization and social risks, its dark fantasy setting and themes of apocalypse may be intense for some players.