King's Bounty: Dark Side

King’s Bounty: Dark Side is a standalone entry in the King’s Bounty series, set in its familiar fantasy world from the perspective of villains, outcasts and forbidden powers. You play as one of three dark heroes—an Orc warlord, a Vampire lord or a Demoness—and build an army to face the forces of light. Each hero has a distinct starting point, personal storyline, playstyle, companions, abilities, starting conditions and progression, shaping how you explore, develop your army and fight.

Explore Teana

You travel through hostile territories, towns, wilderness and dungeons, taking on quests, uncovering secrets and seeking powerful artifacts. The game adds over 100 story quests and side missions, along with 15 new locations in the darker regions of Teana. These areas contain unique enemies, secrets and tactical encounters, as well as challenges and rewards. Familiar factions appear in new roles, and moral choices take on a darker tone.

Tactical battles

Combat uses the series’ turn-based tactical formula. Positioning, morale, unit abilities and spell timing remain central, while new dark-themed troops, abilities and spells add tactical options. Preparation and decisions matter more than brute force as enemies grow stronger and encounters become more demanding. A powerful new battle companion actively joins fights and influences how they unfold.

Dark powers and progression

Army composition and long-term planning are central to progression. You can command new dark-themed units, equip artifacts and unleash Rage abilities designed for darker factions and aggressive playstyles. New companions, artifacts and mechanics tied to each hero’s dark origins further shape how you develop your army.