The Dark Horizon DLC for Remnant 2 is finally here and introduces a new N’Erud storyline, the Warden Archetype and the Boss Rush game mode. If you purchased the DLC separately or own the ultimate edition of the game, here’s how you can access it.
How to play Dark Horizon DLC in Remnant 2
If you have already played the base campaign of Remnant 2, you can start the journey from The Dark Horizon DLC choosing your favorite character and interacting with the World Stone checkpoint. On the other hand, new players should create a character and play through the tutorial. Afterwards, Ford and Clementine will be absorbed by the World Stone in front of you. You will do the same and at the very next checkpoint you will encounter, select the Return to Ward 13 option in the center of the map.
The steps to access the Remnant 2 Dark Horizon DLC are the same for new and returning players from here; follow the instructions below.
- Interact with the World Stone (checkpoint) to open the World Map. You will be greeted with a message saying that Adventure Mode is now available.
- Choose World Settings at the bottom of the menu (see the first image above).
- On the Select Game Mode screen, select the Create a New Adventure Mode option (see second image).
- Now choose The Dark Horizon One Shot and select your preferred difficulty level on the next screen; I suggest Survivor or Veteran for new players.
- You have now successfully created a new Adventure Mode. Click on Adventure The Dark Horizon from the game mode selection menu (see the third image) to start.
From there, you can choose N’Erud of the map as shown in the image above, and select the main target. The first search will be at Devoid Quietus where you can experience the new world that the developers created as part of The Dark Horizon DLC in Remnant 2.
What is Adventure Mode in Remnant 2?
Unlike the Campaign, where the story follows a set path, Adventure Mode allows you to play a world setting separately without resetting the story progress. You can fight a boss, explore your favorite terrain, complete a specific quest, or simply level up with the Adventure Mode. The Dark Horizon Adventure Mode will not affect the main campaign as it is separate. Think of it as a standalone quest rather than a continuation of the primary storyline.
What is The Dark Horizon in Remnant 2?
The Dark Horizon takes place in a sector of the N’Erud world where corrupted machines have taken over. Rogue AI and bots are controlled by a mysterious entity and you will discover more about it as you play. Wait for new bosses to fight, collect useful tools, discover dungeons and try out the glider travel system (see image above).
As you enter N’Erud’s new biome, you will hear the entity’s voice and how it is surprised by your presence. As you fight off the initial wave of enemy drones and reach the first checkpoint in this desert, the first NPC you’ll encounter will be the Gardener (see image above). Talk to this character and he will reveal some key information about this place and also tell you that your arrival has been expected. The Gardener’s mind is also corrupted by the entity, but it will try to warn you to stay away between conversations. You’re not going back, are you?
What is included in The Dark Horizon DLC in Remnant 2?
I have already discussed the main highlight of the new Remnant 2 DLC: The Dark Horizon adventure in the world of N’Erud. In addition to new characters, bosses and the Warden Archetype, you can also search for new ones weapons, amulets and rings in this surreal world. However, to unlock everything, you’ll need multiple playthroughs.
The Dark Horizon DLC also includes the new Boss Rush game mode If you’re done exploring and just want to fight bosses in Remnant 2, this mode is just for you. Create Boss Rush Mode from the World Map menu just like you did to access the DLC, and fight a random selection of bosses. You can choose between Triple Threat, Trial By Fire and The Protection, in order of increasing number of bosses.
The Prism System is also introduced with this update and will allow you to make various character builds using the relic fragment system. You can level up your prism enhancements to get up to five additional stat bonuses. The Boss Rush mode and Prism System feature are free for all players regardless of whether they have purchased the DLC or not.
What is the Caretaker in Remnant 2?
Warden is the newest Archetype you can equip as your character in Remnant 2. Inspired by the robot-infested world of N’Erud featured in The Dark Horizon, this operator can be unlocked after obtaining the Command Module. Warden comes with advanced armor and is accompanied by his tactical drone. The drone’s abilities include the shield, healing, and combat modes, which are very effective, enough to make the Caretaker an advanced Archetype.
How long is The Dark Horizon DLC in Remnant 2?
The overworld introduced in The Dark Horizon DLC is larger than the worlds that came with the last two DLCs for Remnant 2; therefore, expect more playtime this time around. It can take players anywhere in between four to six hours complete one walkthrough of The Dark Horizon DLC depending on the difficulty level. Having said that, you will need to play the DLC multiple times for 100% completion and unlock everything in it.
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