Darklight: Memento Mori

Dark Ice Games · Board game · 2018

9.0 Ludopedia 8.3 BGG 1–4 · best 4 Solo 60–120 min Weight 3.5/5

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9.0 rating Ludopedia

8.3 rating BGG

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Our Verdict

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Fans of tactical dungeon crawlers and gothic vibes will love this: Darklight delivers strategic depth and tons of customization.

Highlights

Deep tactical combat
Rich character progression
Massive replayability
Immersive atmosphere

Keep in mind

Not beginner-friendly
Requires translation effort
Long playtime (2h+)

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Darklight: Memento Mori is a gothic dungeon crawler that blends the best of classic genre tropes with modern mechanics. You and up to three friends (or solo, if you prefer) play as the Accursed, dark heroes trapped in a demon-ravaged world. The goal? Survive randomly generated dungeons, collect souls as currency, and complete unique missions to escape this nightmare. With over 70 miniatures and a modular board, each game delivers tactical combat full of tough choices – from managing action points to queuing moves for deadly combos. The game also features a deep progression system, with hundreds of items to loot and abilities to unlock, making your character increasingly unique. And if the core adventure isn’t enough, advanced rules introduce towns where you can recover, join tournaments, and even make story-altering decisions. Get ready for an immersive experience in a dark universe that pays homage to Dark Souls and Warhammer Quest, but with its own distinct flavor.