It’s been a long time coming, but we finally have more information on the Nintendo Wii U version of Darksiders II. The game will ship at launch, which has been confirmed to be on November 18th in the United States, November 30th in Europe and Australia, and December 8th in Japan. The Argul’s Tomb DLC will be included on the disc when it ships at launch, in addition to all pre-order bonuses from other editions. This includes the Death Rides pack, which was previously exclusive to GameStop pre-orders.
Additionally, the game will take advantage of the Nintendo Wii U GamePad, utilizing touch screen controls to display the map and objectives. Players will also be able to sort through Death’s extensive inventory right on the touchpad. The built in gyro functionality will also be utilized to allow players to evade enemy attacks, manipulate objects in the world, and also will be used for swimming and horseback riding mechanics.
The Wii U version is really shaping up to be the premiere version of the game, with all the bonus side content, added DLC, and upgraded controls. Want to know more about the Wii U. Over at our sister website GenGAME, we have extensive coverage of all the release information, pricing, new game announcements, and much more concerning the Wii U. Go ahead and make the jump to see THQ’s full press release about the Wii U version of Darksiders II.
The Wii U edition of Darksiders II will feature additional bonus-content not included with other formats. Included on the disc will be the first DLC expansion, Argul’s Tomb, as well as all pre-order bonuses from other editions, adding around five hours of playable content and new legendary weapons and armor.
Darksiders II on Wii U will take advantage of the unique Wii U™ GamePad, utilizing the touch screen to display map and objectives as well as giving quick access to abilities and Death’s inventory. The Wii U system’s gyro functionality will also be utilized to allow players to evade enemy attacks, manipulate objects in the world and steer their character during swimming and riding sequences.
Ryan Stefanelli, Producer of Darksiders II commented: “We are delighted that Wii U owners will be able to experience the vast world of Darksiders II at launch. The unique Wii U GamePad adds a whole world of possibility that we will be taking advantage of in this title.”
Darksiders II follows the exploits of DEATH, one of the four horsemen of the Apocalypse, in an action-packed tale that runs parallel to the events in the original Darksiders game. This epic journey propels DEATH through various light and dark realms as he tries to redeem his brother WAR, the horseman blamed for prematurely starting the Apocalypse in Darksiders.
Darksiders II is scheduled to be available for Wii U at the console’s launch. For more information visit www.Darksiders.com.
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