Dark and Darker introduces its captivating dungeon-crawling experience to players while adding fresh twists to its formula. With the game's adoption of a free-to-play model and the introduction of Dark And Darker Gold a new class shaking up the meta, many players are finding themselves confronted with the same question: how do you use Soul Hearts?

This mysterious mechanic has been a point of confusion for many adventurers. Whether you're a veteran or a new player eager to survive and thrive, understanding how to effectively use Soul Hearts can make a big difference in your dungeon-diving success. Plus, managing these mechanics strategically can lead to collecting more Dark and Darker Gold and rare Dark and Darker Items. Here's everything you need to know about Soul Hearts and their role in the game.

What Are Soul Hearts

Soul Hearts are a central gameplay mechanic in Dark and Darker, particularly when playing in team-based modes. These glowing orbs represent the essence of a fallen teammate, allowing players to bring them back from the dead under the right circumstances. When a party member dies, their Soul Heart can be retrieved and used to resurrect them at a designated location.

This adds a layer of complexity and strategy to the game, as recovering a Soul Heart often involves significant risk, requiring players to venture into dangerous areas or engage in combat to retrieve it. However, the rewards of successfully reviving a teammate far outweigh the costs, especially when it comes to team synergy and the chance to gather even more Dark and Darker Items.

How to Retrieve a Soul Heart

When a teammate dies, their Soul Heart will appear at the location of their death. To Dark And Darker Gold retrieve it:

    Approach the Fallen Teammate: Get close to the corpse of your fallen ally and interact with it to claim the Soul Heart. This process takes a few seconds, so be mindful of your surroundings to avoid ambushes.

    Plan Your Escape: Retrieving a Soul Heart doesn't automatically revive the player. You'll need to carry it to a revival location, all while navigating the threats of the dungeon.

    Coordinate with Your Team: In team-based modes, ensure your party supports you during the retrieval process. One member can act as a lookout or fend off attackers while you collect the Soul Heart.

Using Soul Hearts for Resurrection

Once you've secured a Soul Heart, the next step is to locate an altar of resurrection. These altars are scattered throughout the dungeon, but finding one can be a challenge, especially in the heat of battle.

Here's how to use them:

    Find an Altar: Keep an eye out for glowing symbols or distinctive architecture that marks the location of an altar. These are usually tucked away in less-trafficked parts of the dungeon, so exploration is key.

    Interact with the Altar: Approach the altar and interact with it to begin the resurrection process. Like retrieving a Soul Heart, this takes a few seconds, during which you're vulnerable to enemy attacks.

    Resurrect Your Teammate: If successful, your teammate will return to life, albeit with limited health and equipment. From here, it's up to your team to Cheap Dark and Darker Items re-arm and protect them as you continue your adventure.