Darkness is an action/adventure video game being developed by Crossbeam Studios Entertainment (CSE) for Nintendo's Wii.

History

Darkness is still in early development. Crossbeam Studios Entertainment are focusing their efforts on the video game Orb, however, they occasionally take time off to brainstorm for ideas on Darkness. Greg Nichols is the lead designer of Darkness and he occasionally gives additional insights into his plans for the game on the CSE forum under the username, "TheLastBoyscout".

Story

You play as the potential savior of mankind in a world overrun by vampires. After facing defeat against the vampires, humans now hide in the sewers. Using your sword, martial arts abilities, and new people found along the way you try to save mankind while learning about your estranged father and the secrets within you.There's a world we once knew, lush, green, full of life. Today death and pain rule this world. It is a post-apocalyptic world, where humans once reigned free. It has since been taken over by the children of the night, vampires. The world we took for granted is under their control. We tried to fight against them once, and we suffered greatly in our defeat. Now, we have been driven underground into the sewers, living like vermin in a maze. We have gone into hiding from them so we may live to see another day. There are no heroes left in this world anymore, no one left to fight, no one left to stop them. Then again... Open the door to the world of Darkness. A post apocalyptic world that revolves around the supernatural and your worst nightmares. Your sword and your abilities are your traveling partners. Meet new people who will help, or hinder, your quest as you wander a world under vampire reign. Learn about your estranged father, and discover the secrets deep within yourself. Your spirit and determination are mankind's last chance.

Gameplay

CSE has stated that Darkness is likely to receive an M rating. They plan to fully utilize the Wii's controller and "nunchaku" attachment. CSE has announced that Darkness will have the following features:

• Two playable characters involved in an epic, dark, macabre storyline
• Multiple combat strategies per character.
• 32 areas, including massive cities, desert wastelands, and mountain temples.

It has also been revealed that a variety of objects can be used as weapons, from swords to wood to skeleton legs, but no high-tech weapons will be available. Your skill will increase as you practice.