Prepare to Carve Your Path in the Dark West
Black Hand, a newly formed independent studio made up of longtime ARPG fans, has officially announced The Dark West, an occult-themed action RPG coming to Steam. Set in a decaying frontier where folklore and lawlessness collide, the game blends classic ARPG intensity with a grim supernatural western atmosphere.
The Dark West unfolds in a land where faith has eroded, and something deeply unnatural has taken root. Players step into a cursed frontier shaped by sin, desperation, and forgotten beliefs. They must carve their path through brutal encounters that demand speed, precision, and smart decision-making. Combat is fast and unforgiving, rewarding players who master positioning, timing, and ruthless efficiency.
Character progression centers on deep build customization. Players define their playstyle through skills, equipment, and a distinctive poker-inspired deck system. By forming recognizable card hands, players unlock powerful bonuses and devastating effects. This adds a strategic layer that reshapes moment-to-moment combat and long-term planning.
“We made The Dark West because we love ARPGs and wanted to create the kind of game we have always wanted to play. From the start, we’ve included the community in every step of development. Their feedback is shaping the combat, the story, and the world. This is a game made with players, not just for them,” said the Game Director at Black Hand.
Beyond combat, players explore a dying frontier corrupted by black magic, where survival comes at a steep cost. Two rival forces dominate the wasteland: The Order, draped in hollow righteousness, and The Damned, twisted survivors shaped by their sins. In this unforgiving world, the greatest threat may not be what lurks in the dark but who stands beside you when the fighting begins. So, do you think you are up for this journey? Wishlist the game now on Steam.