When is the Dark and Darker release date? Following an incredibly hot start in early playtests, the game and its release date are both now shrouded in mystery due to copyright accusations. Luckily, a change in publisher has moved things forward, and ahead of a full release date, the game is now available in early access.

Whether you played any of the Dark and Darker playtests or not, you might be intrigued to find out more about the multiplayer game thanks to the furore surrounding it. Initially met with incredibly positive feedback, the game’s immediate mass of followers were let down by a dramatic court summons that threatened to halt production altogether. Finally, the challenging PvPvE is back on track with a new publisher, Chaf Games. So, as you look ahead to trawling through terrifyingly dark dungeons searching for treasure, battling monsters, and surviving against – or taking out – other teams, here’s everything you need to know about the Dark and Darker release date, early access, and more.

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