either I SUCK, or Elden Ring is easier than this rouge-like dungeon crawler.... Thanks for the vid Edit: This game taught me to whack every chest I see.....
Elden ring quite literally is easier, imo. This is coming from a guy who has platinumed every dark souls game, including elden ring and bloodborne. Reason being is that the bosses will always behave the exact same and you can memorize them. In Dark and Darker, every individual player you come across is like a boss with randomized stats, speed, moveset, damage, reactions, etc. No two people play exactly the same. Now add 100’s of hoard mode mobs to come and kill you while you fight for your life vs a lobby full of people who want to steal everything you’ve ever loved. So no, you don’t suck. This is just reallllly hard
Great video I love that the community is being welcoming and making content and helping out the new players the barb was literally perfect for showing off what to do in that situation
I’ve never seen orange gear on people in the lobby I rarely even see blue or purple gear. So I think most people got nothing to worry about in terms of seeing a orange gear player
I watch how you destroy people with your builds and I just think its cool you slowed down to show and teach newer people the ropes. I've learned a lot from you and I enjoy the game a lot more because of it. Thank you.
Never trust anyone or hesitate in this game, you can and will get stabbed in the back the second you turn around everyone will cheat you when given the chance
Damn this is a really good guide, only thing important thing that i would argue that you missed was explaining that some spells can only be used when standing still (sanctuary, judgement)
The game has been updated, now you can bring up to legendary loot in normals, and there is a gear level based matchmaking. I guess it allows F2P players to have fun with their collected gear!
Wizard requires a more measured playing style, since you have a limited number of spells you can cast before resting. Warlock requires a little more knowledge about how your stats work in conjunction with each other, since Warlocks use their own HP to cast spells. They're both a fun challenge to learn.
Oh yeah, there are alternative ways to fight different mobs. I'm assuming you meant goblin archers. I usually just side step or block the arrows but that should work too
@@Firebox720 nah I mean frost caves archers. When you get melee range they push, this punishes a lot of noobs who get close and think they will only shoot like goblin or normal skele archers. I was just commenting in the hopes a new player would see
I have been playing this game since first Beta, but its been a while since i played. LOVE to see so many new players, and this video is a great refresher man. thanks
@@Firebox720 definitely. Was wondering if you have done a “how to fight every mob” video. Like I know the skeleton with the two handed sword can be easily avoided by ducking and looking down. I’m sure there’s plenty of techniques to make farming pve easier. Anyways, just an idea!
Brother, hands down best guide that exists. and I've watched a ton trying to learn lol. one tiny bit of feedback. the facecam is in the way on the stats explanation.
Hey thanks for the video, informative, BUT i would say the very first thing to know, would be how to understand the map, and how extractions worked. I was able to play the game without any instruction, but actualy completing a raid is the hardest thing.
Thanks for the video. So I just started playing and have died like 5 times already. However, I don’t drop my gear. Is that because the starting gear is never lost?
You guys listen to Mr. Box. I've watched his videos for a long time and I firmly believe he is in the top 3 best solo players. Pro tip. USE HEADPHONES!
great video, helped me a lot! I will point out to any people just watching this video now, the normal mode has been updated since this video was released so some green and I think blue gear as well are also allowed in normal mode. Maybe other tiers as well but im only aware of green and blue being allowed now
I just wish you got two or 3 character slots or even make all 9 a separate dlc you pay $5 for. Would be nice to learn the game for free or relatively free without having to delete a character
Thank you! Really appreciate this guide. It really gets interesting when numerous players (or teams) meet in a particular area and battle. You have to deal with traps, players, mobs...it gets chaotic.
why is the squire among the merchants? I looked at the merchants tab and said "well, I have no gold, so there is absolutely no reason for me to be here yet" and never looked at it again.
Hey , nice video. You didn't seem to talk about the red stairs , is it because it's not new player friendly ? It's nice to atleast tell them so they know there are several floors with increasing difficulty and loots. Also, they removed the gear limits for now so we can go in with purple etc
@@slugfeast8944 I see, thats why he did it after, got it. I watched this tutorial and maybe played 45 mins and got easily like 200-300 gold in 2-3 runs. What should I do now? Upgrade my stuff?
@@chucknorris3752 It's up to you honestly! I don't know if it's available in F2P but you can save up for a 2nd stash slot (it cost 1500 for the 2nd one). Otherwise, if you want to upgrade your gear you totally can, or start putting together pieces for a kit you can save in stash.
Great video! I just started playing a couple days ago. How a game where i die 30+ times in a row can keep me playing i dontknow but i am finally starting to survive! Ive tried taking the rope extract twice now and both times it just letft without me, almost like i rubberbanded and tehn got left behind instead; can you jot use the rope if you're actively taking damage?
man as a new player running around trying to find a way out. this game feels full on trash, i have ran around for the last 4 minutes in every map looking for that blue stone. 7 runs in a row and never found even one. how infuriating and trash design, if they are always in the same spot there should be some sort of general direction indiccator
You're supposed to learn the map/s or use the other new escape methods. I do get how you feel saying its trash design, but you really just need to learn the maps more tbh
either I SUCK, or Elden Ring is easier than this rouge-like dungeon crawler.... Thanks for the vid
Edit: This game taught me to whack every chest I see.....
Man this made me laugh, I have 100% completion on Elden ring. On this game I have 0 survives xD
Elden ring quite literally is easier, imo. This is coming from a guy who has platinumed every dark souls game, including elden ring and bloodborne. Reason being is that the bosses will always behave the exact same and you can memorize them. In Dark and Darker, every individual player you come across is like a boss with randomized stats, speed, moveset, damage, reactions, etc. No two people play exactly the same. Now add 100’s of hoard mode mobs to come and kill you while you fight for your life vs a lobby full of people who want to steal everything you’ve ever loved.
So no, you don’t suck. This is just reallllly hard
Great video I love that the community is being welcoming and making content and helping out the new players
the barb was literally perfect for showing off what to do in that situation
That barb made the video way better since you can see what to do in PvP. Thanks for watching
You can see the rat at 34:34 run towards the portal XD
LOL
Haha, nice catch.
this is fucking hilarious, especially if anyone seeing this doesnt know about druids lmao
@@jayminc3442 im new to the game ... that rat is a druid? 😂
@@yazdan5164 druid can turn to a rat panther and a bird i think
Normal Queue got changed with Gear Score Softcap for protected MM 24 and lower, once your 25GS and higher you'll be matchup to Orange gear players
Correct for now
i thougt its 25 max and at 26 u get into another lobby?
@@freshnesbro3792 25 is the minimum to be lobbied with people kitted out at over 800 gearscore. My friends tested it. You need 24 or less gearscore.
I’ve never seen orange gear on people in the lobby I rarely even see blue or purple gear. So I think most people got nothing to worry about in terms of seeing a orange gear player
@@freshnesbro3792 no, once you’re “25 or higher” you’re facing anyone else with higher GS than 25 as well
I watch how you destroy people with your builds and I just think its cool you slowed down to show and teach newer people the ropes. I've learned a lot from you and I enjoy the game a lot more because of it. Thank you.
Yeah I figured it was a good time to do it
justice for the barb bro was just chillin
Barb was coming for me!
Never trust anyone or hesitate in this game, you can and will get stabbed in the back the second you turn around everyone will cheat you when given the chance
@@AsdisAtHome no not everyone, not even close lol but you never know when it'll happen
@@AsdisAtHomeits like hunt showdown. Dont trust in the chat, nor voip, nor duos. They will always betray you for fun or sadism
@@Borkomorait’s still generally good practice to not trust people fully
Damn this is a really good guide, only thing important thing that i would argue that you missed was explaining that some spells can only be used when standing still (sanctuary, judgement)
Thanks. Yeah I probably could have mentioned this but it's a but late now
The game has been updated, now you can bring up to legendary loot in normals, and there is a gear level based matchmaking. I guess it allows F2P players to have fun with their collected gear!
Yep! Updates happen frequently
Thank you! This helped me and my younger brother get into Dark and Darker.
Very nice you're welcome
just booted up a game got shot by a skeleton and now im here
Haha that's funny
I'll be honest, I made like 6 characters before I noticed the accept all button for quests XD
You are amazing for doing this video man. Great help for the community
Np thank you
If I missed anything feel free to let me know! I also added time stamps to go back if you missed anything
idk if the goblin service works for normals, but at 20:55 it might not be gone fore good?
Was I supposed to have money when I started?
@@RaizenDarchlight after you go through one dungeon, mb
Brilliant video learn so much and not waffling on for ages like some other content creators thank god no annoying music in the background too.
What would be better a wizard or a warlock? For new players and mostly solo runs
Wizard and warlock are both tough to start. If you had to choose I'd day warlock
Wizard requires a more measured playing style, since you have a limited number of spells you can cast before resting. Warlock requires a little more knowledge about how your stats work in conjunction with each other, since Warlocks use their own HP to cast spells. They're both a fun challenge to learn.
Thanks for the video! It was super helpful and now I can tackle the dungeon!
No problem!
Crazy good beginners guide. Thank you my man.
Np enjoy the game
I'm not new I just love your vids ❤
Hi lom
The ice archer push will never hit you if you crouch and look down :)
Oh yeah, there are alternative ways to fight different mobs. I'm assuming you meant goblin archers. I usually just side step or block the arrows but that should work too
@@Firebox720 nah I mean frost caves archers. When you get melee range they push, this punishes a lot of noobs who get close and think they will only shoot like goblin or normal skele archers. I was just commenting in the hopes a new player would see
by far the most useful video on youtube, thank you!
Good to hear
I have been playing this game since first Beta, but its been a while since i played. LOVE to see so many new players, and this video is a great refresher man. thanks
Glad it also served as a refresher for returning players
@@Firebox720 definitely. Was wondering if you have done a “how to fight every mob” video. Like I know the skeleton with the two handed sword can be easily avoided by ducking and looking down. I’m sure there’s plenty of techniques to make farming pve easier. Anyways, just an idea!
Brother, hands down best guide that exists. and I've watched a ton trying to learn lol. one tiny bit of feedback. the facecam is in the way on the stats explanation.
started today, thanks for the well timed guide
Np ty
This video helped so much. Good stuff, man, thanks!
Np ty
New player here, I’ve never had the game stop me from bringing green or even blue gear into a dungeon. Was the game changed?
Great video I started playing dark and darker when it came out on steam. This is also good bc I’m a level 20 fighter (and haven’t escaped yet)
Thank you glad it helped
@@Firebox720 just escaped for the first time today
Holy shit amazing info. I had no idea about the squire load out thing
This isn't Bookworm Adventures Deluxe 🤔
W game
Did they change the gear thing? I see people running really good gear in normals
Thank you bro I just started and are using your videos for help
Glad to help
Very helpful video, thanks!
Amazing video - this is the one you are looking for!
For sure!
Small critique, chill with the mouse movements.
Thank you for the great video!.
Np!
Hey thanks for the video, informative, BUT i would say the very first thing to know, would be how to understand the map, and how extractions worked. I was able to play the game without any instruction, but actualy completing a raid is the hardest thing.
The main part of the map is the extracts, which I thought I covered. Keep in mind portals did not have mini map markers
Thanks for the video. So I just started playing and have died like 5 times already. However, I don’t drop my gear. Is that because the starting gear is never lost?
Squire gear comes back on death yes!
you can equip rawhide gloves from squire which give +2 knowledge; I'm guessing best to run them?
If you can grab them, yeah, it's good for capacity
please do a warlock newbie guide,solos
Smite works with faithfulness? I thought smite only dealt magical damage and not divine mag dmg
Yes
played 10 matches. everytime i find blue stairs its closed. idk. never got out.
They were already taken , or locked , extracts are locked until the time reaches atleast half
what to do when solo is not goblin caves
Nice guide man. Played like 10 hours so far and I am wondering what do I do with all the gold I accumulate on a f2p character?
Are u able to buy another stash tab with f2p?
I think tabs and vendor gear is the only f2p options
@@feuerfurzer97 yes just checked. pretty much the only gold sink
To the point tutorial. 10/10.
You guys listen to Mr. Box. I've watched his videos for a long time and I firmly believe he is in the top 3 best solo players.
Pro tip. USE HEADPHONES!
The recoverable vs nonrec9verable health is somrthing you forgot to cover
Oh, true damn I did forget about that one. You're the first person to mention this one.
Great guide! Thanks! You can also name this as "Level 1 Cleric guide" for any new Cleric players looking for help!
great video, helped me a lot! I will point out to any people just watching this video now, the normal mode has been updated since this video was released so some green and I think blue gear as well are also allowed in normal mode. Maybe other tiers as well but im only aware of green and blue being allowed now
I just wish you got two or 3 character slots or even make all 9 a separate dlc you pay $5 for. Would be nice to learn the game for free or relatively free without having to delete a character
I heard you can't wear green gear or above in normals and uninstalled. That's legit the entire philosophy of this game.
Thank you! Really appreciate this guide. It really gets interesting when numerous players (or teams) meet in a particular area and battle. You have to deal with traps, players, mobs...it gets chaotic.
No problem thank you
why can't i use the other armor like it won't let me equip it
Some armor is class specific
you look like the calcic
thx man i need this
Light and Lighter
why is your weapon dealing that much damage? I'm playing rogue and use a dagger and I deal 20 damages 30 in the head !
Your strength might be low. 15 STR baseline is important to not deal less damage. Also you can stack +dmg gear as well to add to this total.
@@Firebox720 can I enter normal using such gear?
@@mms5350 yes you can now enter normals with gear this has been changed recently
They changed it and now you can equip any gear, it just puts you in a 25+ GS bracket if you have 25+ Gear Score.
Pin this, they were quick to respond.
Great video per usual!!!
Thank you
why is the squire among the merchants? I looked at the merchants tab and said "well, I have no gold, so there is absolutely no reason for me to be here yet" and never looked at it again.
Bad design
Thanks for supporting the new Dark and Darker community with this guide. Somebody need to do it...
Glad to do it
so this game is eft but medieval
Yea kind of like that
Great video, thx alot, mate!
@@toshaoutlander5810 np ty for watching
The absolute least informative new player guide I have ever seen.
TY REALLY HELPFUL VIDEO!!
Np
Thank you for the hard work you put in. Love watching you play and learning.
Thank you appreciate it
Excellent video! Finally, a man who understands, what new people need to know
Is there any chance for a ranger guide and best builds for solo?
havent played in a while and is castle ruins gone now? Why do they cut a whole map
Ruins gone because it was unfinished. They are re working it
Hey , nice video. You didn't seem to talk about the red stairs , is it because it's not new player friendly ? It's nice to atleast tell them so they know there are several floors with increasing difficulty and loots.
Also, they removed the gear limits for now so we can go in with purple etc
Red stairs do not exist on goblin caves
@@Firebox720 oooh I see, but it’s still good to know right , we don’t get to see much gameplay
very nice video ,currently following your cleric build thank again
Np ty
Well done video! Thank you, I know it will help me a lot :)
Thank you!
Btw you can bring in up to orange gear for normal dungeon
Yes patch went through right after this guide lol
Is the squire heal dupe thing patched? When I press equip base gear it just pulls the items from my inventory back into my hot bar.
You can “dupe” squire gear only if you’ve successfully extracted with it (it’ll go from Supplied to Handled).
Otherwise, it’ll do what you described
@@slugfeast8944 I see, thats why he did it after, got it. I watched this tutorial and maybe played 45 mins and got easily like 200-300 gold in 2-3 runs. What should I do now? Upgrade my stuff?
@@chucknorris3752 It's up to you honestly! I don't know if it's available in F2P but you can save up for a 2nd stash slot (it cost 1500 for the 2nd one). Otherwise, if you want to upgrade your gear you totally can, or start putting together pieces for a kit you can save in stash.
Light Edit bro
awesome video bub
Which class is best for pvp?
Meta still undetermined. I think fighter is still good for general use
Great video! Would love to see a Barbarian solo guide!
Thank you appreciate it
21:47 here you go
Can multiple people use the red stairs to go lower?
Love the content. It always gets the job done. Lol
Great.
@@Firebox720 😂
Thank you so much!
No problem!
🔥🔥
TY
Np
Great video!
Thank you
Yoooo nice vid idea!
Thank you
Nice!
Thanks!
Great video! I just started playing a couple days ago. How a game where i die 30+ times in a row can keep me playing i dontknow but i am finally starting to survive!
Ive tried taking the rope extract twice now and both times it just letft without me, almost like i rubberbanded and tehn got left behind instead; can you jot use the rope if you're actively taking damage?
You will die a lot at first. Rope was bugged I think it was fixed now
man as a new player running around trying to find a way out. this game feels full on trash, i have ran around for the last 4 minutes in every map looking for that blue stone. 7 runs in a row and never found even one. how infuriating and trash design, if they are always in the same spot there should be some sort of general direction indiccator
You're supposed to learn the map/s or use the other new escape methods. I do get how you feel saying its trash design, but you really just need to learn the maps more tbh
@@Zefraxii yea youre right, steep curve, but ill give it more time
@@raymondfindlay8070looking on the mini map you can see in blue what's an escape.
@@colereed2370 that what I thought but there was never an escape there, just figured it meant change in elevation or something
GIT GUD
your face cam ruined the video