# Darkest Night: Second Edition ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2018 - **BGG Rating**: 7.5 - **BGG Rank**: #3500 - **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 1) - **Duration**: 120-180 min - **Weight**: 3.05 / 5 - **Designers**: Jeremy Lennert - **Artists**: Clark Miller - **Publishers**: Victory Point Games - **Categories**: Adventure, Fantasy, Horror - **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Open Drafting, Solo / Solitaire Game, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict For fans of dark fantasy and cooperation, Darkest Night is an epic challenge full of tension and tough decisions.Immersive and dark atmosphereUnique character abilitiesEssential and strategic cooperationHigh replayability with variablesCan be tough for beginnersLong playtime (2-3 hours)Luck-dependent dice rollsRECOMMENDED ## Description Darkest Night is a cooperative dark fantasy game where you and your friends are the last heroes of a kingdom ruled by a Necromancer. Each player controls a unique character with special abilities, and together you must face hordes of evil creatures, unravel mysteries, and, of course, defeat the villain before darkness consumes everything. The game blends strategy, resource management, and a good dose of suspense—after all, the Necromancer won’t make it easy. With dice-rolling mechanics and action selection, every decision counts, and cooperation is key. Get ready for an intense experience full of twists and epic moments. Do you have what it takes to survive the darkest night? ## FAQ ### How many players can play? 1 to 5 players. Works great solo or in a group. ### What’s the average playtime? Between 2 and 3 hours, depending on player count and difficulty. ### Is it hard to learn? Moderate learning curve. Not the simplest, but the rules are well-explained. ### Does it require translation to play? Yes, the game has a lot of English text, so a homemade translation or guide helps. ### Are there expansions or extra content? Yes, the second edition includes extra content, and there are expansions adding more heroes and challenges. ### Is it good for solo play? Yes, it’s one of the best cooperative games for solo, with well-adapted mechanics. ### What’s the recommended age? Recommended for 14+ due to complexity and dark theme.