That ’s more like it !

Darkest Dungeon 2 is a roguelike game in Early Access , intend every update brings significant change to the secret plan . That is exactly what pass off with the Altar of Hope update ! If you have n’t played DD2 because you were waiting for more message and quality - of - life sentence additions , now is the time to hop on the bandwagon . And if that ’s not enough — the Bounty Hunter is back !

What’s new in the Altar of Hope update?

There are so many fresh thing in the Altar of Hope update , but the most obvious one is the introduction of Candles of Hope . This is a pregnant variety in the progression organisation , as you no longer unlock heroes by leveling up . you could unlock many sub much faster , give you more options in the early game .

What are Candles of Hope in Darkest Dungeon 2?

It ’s obvious you wo n’t succeed in your expedition on the first try . But now you have a inadequate - term end of hoard Candles of Hope . You will use them to kick upstairs skill , grinder , perks , and more in buildings via the Altar of Hope . Yes - the Ithiel Town is back in Darkest Dungeon II ( kind of ) ! you may now quit the expedition at any Inn , keep all gain Candles of Hope , and invest them at the Altar for upgrades . At the Altar of Hope where you may find :

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How to play the Bounty Hunter

The Bounty Hunter has returned , but play him can be a challenge . He ’s not part of your team but more like a mercenary , as you could add together him to your political party only if you determine him at the Inn . Even then , you ’ll have to pay up him to unite your party . Like the monetary value for having him is not extortionate enough , he will only be by your side until the next Inn !

That is not something fans of the Bounty Hunter had in mind , as playact him is now very random , expensive , and brusque - terminal figure . This car-mechanic can commute , as Darkest Dungeon 2 is still in Early Access , and Doctor of Divinity lover can be very vocal if they do n’t care something .

What happened with my progress before the Altar of Hope update?

As the Altar of Hope update has change so many things in Darkest Dungeon 2 , all your advancement is gone . All item unlocked hoagie , and game progress is reset , which means you are back to square one . That may seem horrible , but it ’s not bad , as the game is much serious now .

For more information on Darkest Dungeon II , insure outWhat are Hero Shrines in Darkest Dungeon 2on Pro Game Guides .

Darkest Dungeon II Altar of Hope

Darkest Dungeon 2 Candles of hope

Darkest Dungeon II Bounty Hunter Mark ability