Darksiders 4 was missing from the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2026, but the game has not been canceled. A screenshot shared by the Darksiders community shows community manager Uriel_Lanani saying it is still being developed by Gunfire Games.
That short answer is the clearest update fans received after watching an entire showcase without seeing the Four Horsemen. It does not give Darksiders 4 a release window, new trailer, or gameplay date. It does, however, push back against the biggest fear created by the silence: the announced sequel is still alive.
What the Darksiders community manager said
The message shared on the Darksiders subreddit reads: “No the game is not cancelled. It’s still being developed by Gunfire Games. I can say that much.”
The wording matters. It confirms ongoing development and names the studio, but it stops there. There is no claim that the game is close to launch, that a reveal is scheduled, or that production has reached a particular stage.
That leaves fans with reassurance, not a roadmap. It is a small update, but after a full year of waiting and another major showcase passing without news, it is still useful information.
Why fans expected Darksiders 4 at the 2026 showcase
THQ Nordic formally unveiled Darksiders 4 during its August 2025 showcase. The announcement was brief, built around the return of the Horsemen and the line, “And the number of the riders shall ever be four.” Official pages then confirmed PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S versions.
The publisher’s 2026 showcase naturally looked like the next place for a proper update. Darksiders 4 had not received a release date, extended gameplay demonstration, or detailed character breakdown, and the event was focused on THQ Nordic’s upcoming lineup.
When the game never appeared, the gap became the story for its community. Some players worried about cancellation. Others wondered whether recent business changes around the franchise had affected the project. The community manager’s response answers only the first concern: Darksiders 4 is not canceled and Gunfire Games is still developing it.
What is officially confirmed about Darksiders 4?
The official game site now gives a clearer description than the original teaser. Darksiders 4 is a third-person action-adventure set on an apocalyptic Earth, and its story continues from the ending of the original Darksiders.
That last point is a big deal for longtime players. The first game ended with War calling the other Horsemen as the Seventh Seal was broken. Later entries moved around the timeline or followed different characters, so the series has spent years building around that moment without directly carrying it forward.
Darksiders 4 is finally positioned as the continuation fans have been waiting for.
The confirmed gameplay pillars are:
- A choice of Horseman, with different weapons and combat styles
- Fast melee combat mixed with supernatural abilities
- Fluid traversal through post-apocalyptic environments
- Environmental puzzles
- Large realms containing secrets, enemies, and mythic bosses
The official wording says players can “choose your Horseman,” but it does not explain how that choice works. It could mean selecting a character for the campaign, changing Horsemen in specific situations, or something more flexible. Until Gunfire Games demonstrates the system, those details remain open.
Will all four Horsemen be playable?
The reveal strongly centers the complete group, and the official site tells players to choose a Horseman. Together, those clues point toward more than one playable character.
Still, THQ Nordic has not explicitly explained whether War, Death, Fury, and Strife are all playable throughout the game. It has also not confirmed four-player co-op, character switching, separate campaigns, or a party system.
Fans have good reason to be excited about seeing the team together. They just should not turn the phrase “choose your Horseman” into a feature list the developer has not announced.
What platforms will Darksiders 4 release on?
Darksiders 4 is confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. No PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, or Nintendo Switch 2 version has been announced.
The Darksiders 4 game page tracks the confirmed platforms, official trailer, developer, story setup, and future release information without filling the unknown sections with guesses.
Does Darksiders 4 have a release date?
No. Darksiders 4 does not have an official release date or release window.
The current release listing remains to be announced. The community manager confirmed ongoing development but did not give a production milestone or say how much work remained.
The official game site offers a Standard Edition wishlist link, with no price or paid preorder listed there. A wishlist lets you follow the game; it is not a purchase.
Does missing the showcase mean Darksiders 4 is in trouble?
There is no public evidence that the project is in development trouble. Missing a showcase can happen for plenty of ordinary reasons: footage may not be ready, marketing plans may have shifted, or the team may be holding a larger reveal for another event.
It would also be wrong to claim the silence is automatically good news. Fans expected an update and did not get one. The lack of a release window more than a year after the reveal means there is still a lot we do not know.
The honest position sits between panic and hype. Darksiders 4 remains in development at Gunfire Games. Everything beyond that needs another official announcement.
When could we see Darksiders 4 again?
The official game site does not list a date for the next reveal. An appearance at another event should not be treated as confirmed without an announcement.
Details still awaiting explanation include how Horseman selection works and whether the game has co-op. The confirmed story setup continues from the original Darksiders, but it does not establish either feature.
Until then, the community manager’s message is the current status: not canceled, still in development, and still without a date.
Darksiders 4 FAQ
Is Darksiders 4 canceled?
No. A Darksiders community manager said the game is still being developed by Gunfire Games.
Who is developing Darksiders 4?
Gunfire Games is the confirmed developer. The studio previously developed Darksiders III.
Is Darksiders 4 a sequel to the first game?
Yes. The official site says it continues where the original Darksiders left off.
Which Horsemen are in Darksiders 4?
The reveal is built around the Four Horsemen, and the official site says players can choose a Horseman. THQ Nordic has not yet explained exactly which characters are playable or how character selection works.
Will Darksiders 4 have co-op?
Co-op has not been announced. The presence of multiple Horsemen does not confirm multiplayer.
When is Darksiders 4 coming out?
There is no official release date or release window. The confirmed platforms are PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
