The Darkness II is a first-person shooter that follows Jackie Estacado, the protagonist who wields a supernatural force known as “The Darkness.” The game is set two years after the events of the first game, and Jackie, now the Don of the Franchetti crime family, must fend off a mysterious organization called the Brotherhood while battling his inner demons. The game features a unique “quad-wielding” mechanic, allowing players to simultaneously use firearms and The Darkness powers for a brutal and fast-paced combat experience. The narrative explores themes of power, loss, and corruption.