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King's Bounty: Dark Side

$12.99
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Metacritic:
73
Developer:
Fulqrum Publishing
Publisher:
Fulqrum Publishing
Platforms:
Windows Mac
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About This Game

Time has come to join the Dark Journey to the other side of Teana and visit a mysterious part of the world never before seen by royal bounty hunters.

For the first time in King’s Bounty series, players will be able to choose their hero’s race as well as class. Become a fearless Orcs warrior, lead and heal your troops as a Demoness, or use dark magic as a fearsome Vampire.

The world is in turmoil. After winning the battle of Tristrem, arrogant elves plunder Orcish villages, desecrate holy shrines, and massacre the innocents. Orc-Baghyr, the greatest living Orc warrior, is forced to flee with a handful of loyal followers. He vows to return with a stronger force and retake his homeland!

Armies of human knights invade the land of Atrixus. A young Demoness named Neoleene, still mourning the death of her royal father, and her small unit of devoted imps is all that stands in the way of the invading horde.

Castle of the ancient Morton clan is threatened by an army of vampire hunters. Young Daert leaves home to seek allies among the other Dark races. All must join him or perish.

Fates of the three heroes are sealed. They come together in the depths of the Black Cave, where many centuries ago races of Light imprisoned Ancient Evil. The heroes exchange vows and share antique artifacts, then gather their armies and march to fight for the very survival of their race. They must unite against the Light or face extinction!

  • New companion system (different companions for each character);
  • New battle companion;
  • New units, artifacts, and rage abilities;
  • Over 100 new quests and 15 new locations.

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User Reviews

Very Positive
10 user reviews
90%
Positive
404 hrs at review
Recommended

sense of humor, plot and story, batttles balance - top level

1 helpful
12 hrs at review
Recommended

King’s Bounty: Dark Side, developed by 1C-Softclub and released on Steam in 2014, is a bold and intriguing entry in the long-running tactical RPG series, offering a fresh perspective by letting players take on the role of traditionally villainous races in a fantasy setting. Departing from the series’ usual heroic tone, Dark Side invites players to explore the morally grey—and sometimes outright evil—side of the conflict, aligning with demons, orcs, and vampires rather than humans, elves, or paladins. This narrative shift adds a distinctive flavor to the gameplay and world-building, even if it doesn't completely overhaul the familiar formula. Fans of the franchise will find the same deep tactical combat and RPG progression systems, while newcomers might be drawn in by the game’s offbeat charm and subversive storytelling. At the outset, players choose one of three protagonists: Bagyr, an orc warrior; Neoline, a vampire mage; or Daert, a demon paladin. Each character brings a u...

System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows XP (SP3 required), Vista, 7, 8
  • Processor: 2.6 GHz and better
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: nVidia GeForce 6600 with 128 Mb VRAM or similar AMD card
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Storage: 8 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compliant

FAQ

How much does King's Bounty: Dark Side cost?

King's Bounty: Dark Side costs $12.99.

What are the system requirements for King's Bounty: Dark Side?

Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows XP (SP3 required), Vista, 7, 8 Processor: 2.6 GHz and better Memory: 1 GB RAM Graphics: nVidia GeForce 6600 with 128 Mb VRAM or similar AMD card DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 8 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compliant

What platforms is King's Bounty: Dark Side available on?

King's Bounty: Dark Side is available on Windows PC, macOS.

Is King's Bounty: Dark Side worth buying?

King's Bounty: Dark Side has 90% positive reviews from 10 players. Metacritic score: 73/100.

When was King's Bounty: Dark Side released?

King's Bounty: Dark Side was released on Aug 19, 2014.

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