Castle in the Darkness II

Explore a land shrouded in shadow in Castle In The Darkness 2 — a fast-paced action-adventure game, blending 16-bit nostalgia with modern design! From Matt Kap and Simon Parzer ("The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth"), this sequel expands on the original's gameplay with a larger world, enhanced visuals, and deeper gameplay.

After completing a difficult assignment, Zeni— a young mercenary— boards a train bound for his hometown of Lumia, expecting a short rest. But fate has other plans...

Without warning, a fog envelops the woods as monstrous creatures descend upon the train, bringing chaos and bloodshed. As the attacks unfold, a far greater fear grips Zeni's heart— his little sister may already be in danger!

Driven by desperation and urgency, he fights the monsters to keep them at bay... but the horrors he faces are not purposeless. From the shadows emerges a lingering grudge, a past he cannot outrun, and a truth that refuses to stay buried!

• Expanded Metroidvania-Style World: Explore a vast, intricate world packed with branching paths, hidden areas, and secrets waiting to be uncovered! Use the world map and detailed mini-maps to keep your bearings as the world of the game grows!
• Fast-Paced Action: Tight controls and challenging combat take the series' high-speed, skill-based gameplay to new heights! Block/dodge, and strike your enemies' weak points! Utilize the new job system to change movesets and battle monsters the way YOU want to!
• Upgraded Presentation: A bold evolution of the original's 8-bit style brings the world of Castle In The Darkness 2 into the 16-bit era! Richer colors, smoother animations, and tons of detail!
• RPG Progression & Customization: Discover new abilities, weapons and equipment as you grow stronger and adapt your playstyle. Buy, loot, and find hundreds of items with an unexpected variance of effects!
• Epic Boss Encounters: Face off against an expansive rogue's gallery of bosses, far exceeding the scope of the first game. You may even fight some familiar foes...
• Soundtrack: Featuring a voluminous orchestral rock soundtrack by Matt Kap, pairing perfectly to both intense boss fights and tender flashbacks.

Built by a larger team over the course of several years, Castle In The Darkness 2 aims to elevate every aspect of the original— from gameplay and world design to music and visuals— while preserving the broad ideas and charm that defined 2015's Castle In The Darkness. And after releases like the critically acclaimed Astalon: Tears of the Earth and Lovish, LABS Works are on track to unleash their most ambitious adventure yet!