The purpose of this Guide is to introduce players to game play features of The Dark 5.3, so that they are able to evaluate all available options and form their adventuring strategy and tactics. Perhaps the easiest way to get the most out if this game is to let go of previous experiences and/or habits regarding the original Diablo and Hellfire games along with any specific playing styles pertaining to other mods or variant classes.
TheDark can be played in both Single Player [SP] or Multi Player [MP] modes but it will not reveal all it's virtues unless played in MP with an experienced and well co-ordinated team with an effective mix of classes. Difficulty modes are designed to offer a steadily increasing challenge. Normal mode is mainly for getting your feet wet into TheDark. Having accomplished that, Nightmare mode follows where you will have to be well-trained and prepared to succeed. Last but not least, Hellmode will put you against a real challenge guaranteed to maintain interest especially for high level (45+) characters. It will not be a walk in the park, but with sound tactics, good strategy and a well co-ordinated team you will be able to prevail most of the time. Great rewards and great perils await; but mostly endless hours of fun.
This well-looking guide to The Dark will give you all the information about characters, spells and items you need to play the game. It is made by ArthurDent, whose gameplay experience enabled him to present this accurate and complete document. Also, with his relentless testing, many suggestions, and other kinds of help, he greatly aided in shaping the game.
Have fun and beware,
Zamal and Zenda