Darkest Dungeon 2: Kingdoms Guide - Sieges, Heroes, & Upgrades

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Kingdoms is a new mode in , and many players are likely wondering how to handle its Sieges, heroes, and upgrades. A free game mode released alongside the DLC Inhuman Bondage, Kingdoms takes inspiration from the original while doing its own thing, too. You can think of it kind of like an expanded version of the Confessions mode, with a broad world map and a lot more things to manage.

While the game gives you some direction in Kingdoms, there's still a lot of nuance and things to learn, as is the case with most new game modes. You'll certainly want to have a running start, as Kingdoms is very punishing even for veterans and even on the easiest difficulty. However, a few things will help set you up for success.

Your primary goal in Kingdoms is to complete the objectives, as these will eventually lead you to the boss and thus give you a chance to beat the campaign. To do this, pay close attention to the quest items you receive. You'll also want to note the messages that show up upon reaching Inns.

While objectives are how you progress, completing them isn't necessarily top priority at every moment. If you see a great route to take while in a region when you could choose an objective route, it can sometimes be better to go with the former. Just don't delay your objective too long.

For example, you receive the Spyglass after winning your first battles and reaching the Inn. The Spyglass tells you to look for an «elevated vantage point,» so equip it to your stagecoach then look for a Watchtower while in a region like The Tangle to progress.

Darkest Dungeon 2 differs from its predecessor in many ways but still provides an enjoyable challenging experience for fans of the Roguelite genre.

Soon you'll receive 'sAmbulance Designation, which tells you to search for Field Medics and Merchants. Again, in a region like The Tangle, be on the lookout for Hospitals (you need two) which will give you the Healers item. Deliver to an Inn and you'll progress.

As for Sieges, these are