Massive Darkness 2: Hellscape
- Players
- 1-6
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 3 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 60 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.8 / 5
- Year
- 2022
About the game
Massive Darkness 2: Hellscape sends a band of Lightbringers through newly opened Portals to destroy the Darkness once and for all, ten years after the events of the original game. This cooperative dungeon-crawler for 1-6 players combines miniatures combat, variable hero powers, and modular scenario boards across a full campaign. Players roll dice for combat, manage action points, and adapt to shifting mission objectives as the horde grows stronger. It works equally well as a full team effort or a solo campaign. Rich miniatures and escalating threats make it a strong pick for fans of dungeon-crawling adventure.
Hobbli's Notes
Massive Darkness 2 leans hard into miniature-heavy dungeon crawling, and it delivers exactly what that audience wants: tactical combat, loot, and a real sense of your heroes growing more powerful across the campaign. It asks for a fair table and shelf commitment given the component count, but the scenario variety keeps sessions from feeling repetitive. A strong choice for groups already invested in the CMON dungeon-crawler ecosystem.
What we like
- Rich miniatures and modular boards create an immersive dungeon-crawl.
- Variable hero powers give each campaign playthrough a different feel.
- Solo mode makes it accessible even without a full group.
- Escalating scenario design keeps the campaign feeling fresh.
Keep in mind
- High component count and setup time demand real table space.
- 60-minute sessions can still feel long due to combat resolution.
- Best experienced as part of a longer campaign, which is a big commitment.
Who it's for
Best for ages 14 and up who enjoy cooperative miniatures dungeon-crawling; works well in groups of 2-4, solo, or up to 6 players.
