Darkest Dungeon Platforms — Every Platform and Where to Play in 2026
Darkest Dungeon on every platform in 2026: PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and mobile (iOS/Android) — which versions exist, how they compare, and Darkest Dungeon 2's separate platform situation.
Darkest Dungeon Platforms — Every Platform and Where to Play in 2026
The short version: Darkest Dungeon (DD1) is available on virtually everything: PC (Windows/Mac/Linux), PS4, PS5 (backward compat), Xbox One/Series, Nintendo Switch, and mobile (iOS/Android) — the mobile port is official and quite good (touch-optimized). There's no native crossplay between platforms (the game is single-player with no real multiplayer). Darkest Dungeon 2 is a separate game on PC and consoles.
This guide covers the platform list and buying advice.
The Platform List (2026)
| Platform | Available? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PC (Windows/Mac/Linux) | ✅ Yes | The definitive version (Steam/GOG) |
| PS4 | ✅ Yes | Full version |
| PS5 | ✅ Yes | Backward compatible (no native PS5 build announced) |
| Xbox One / Series X|S | ✅ Yes | Full version |
| Nintendo Switch | ✅ Yes | Full version (with touch support in handheld) |
| iOS | ✅ Yes | Official mobile port (touch UI) |
| Android | ✅ Yes | Official mobile port (touch UI) |
| Crossplay | ❌ No | Single-player game; no crossplay feature |
DD1 is everywhere. The two "best" versions: PC (complete, mods, keyboard) and mobile (the official port is genuinely well-made if you want it on the go). All versions are the same game.
The Mobile Version (iOS/Android)
"Darkest Dungeon android" is one of the most-searched DD queries, and the answer is good:
- Yes, Darkest Dungeon is on Android and iOS — an official mobile port with a touch-optimized UI.
- How it plays: The turn-based combat translates extremely well to touch; the mobile port was well-received at launch and has been maintained.
- Price: Paid app (~$4.99-9.99, often discounted); the base game's price is lower than PC on mobile.
- Watch out: The mobile version historically lacked the Crimson Court/Color of Madness DLC (Red Hook said they focused on the base game; check current store listing — DLC availability has varied by update).
The mobile port is the base game (updates have added content over time, but it can lag the PC version's DLC/updates). If you want every DLC day-one, play PC.
Console Versions
- PS4/Xbox One/Switch: All launched years ago (2017-2018 era) with the full base game + DLC over time.
- Current status: Still purchasable on all stores; DLC bundles available.
- PS5/Xbox Series: No native next-gen build — they run via backward compatibility (fine for a turn-based game; performance is identical).
- Controls: All consoles play well — the game is turn-based, so controller mapping is comfortable.
Darkest Dungeon 2 (The Sequel, Separately)
- DD2 is a different game: released out of Early Access on May 8, 2023, on PC (Steam/Epic) and later consoles (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch).
- DD2 vs DD1 platforms: DD2 is not on mobile (as of 2026) and has different content/mechanics (road-trip roguelike structure instead of hamlet management).
- Don't confuse the two — "darkest dungeon platforms" searches usually mean DD1, but DD2 is the current live game with its own platform coverage.
Crossplay / Multiplayer
- Darkest Dungeon is single-player (no co-op multiplayer in DD1) — so there's no crossplay to worry about. Your save is per-platform (no cross-save either).
- If you see "DD multiplayer" claims, they're mods or DD2-related (DD2 added some co-op elements in updates).
Which Version Should You Buy?
| You... | Buy |
|---|---|
| Want all DLC + mods + best experience | PC (Steam/GOG) |
| Play mostly on the go | Mobile (iOS/Android) — the official port is good |
| Have only a console | Switch (portable) or PS4/Xbox — all fine |
| Want DD2 instead | PC or PS5/Series/Switch (DD2's platforms) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Darkest Dungeon on Android and iOS?
Yes — official mobile ports with touch-optimized UI exist for both iOS and Android. DLC availability has varied by version.
Is Darkest Dungeon on Switch?
Yes — the Switch version launched in 2018 with touch support in handheld mode.
Is Darkest Dungeon on PS4 and Xbox?
Yes — PS4, Xbox One, and (via backward compatibility) PS5/Series X|S all have it.
Is Darkest Dungeon crossplay?
No — DD1 is single-player with no crossplay or cross-save features.
Should I play Darkest Dungeon on PC or console?
PC for DLC/mod completeness; mobile if portability matters; any console if that's your platform — the game plays well everywhere.
Is Darkest Dungeon 2 on mobile?
No — DD2 is on PC, PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch, but not mobile (as of 2026).