Dark and Darker

Wipe tracker

4,021 playing on Steam
Current WipevEA#8

Early Access Season 8

Eighth early access season launched January 29, 2026, introducing the Firedeep dungeon as a lava-filled second floor of the Goblin Caves. The season opened with a three-week Solo Self Found event before the Trading Post and Marketplace unlocked on February 20, 2026; the official Arena season also began February 20.

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Upcoming WipevEA#9

Early Access Season 9

Ninth early access season launching April 28, 2026. Anticipated features include the introduction of the Monk class.

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Also tracking seasons for Escape from Tarkov, ARC Raiders, and Destiny 2 plus other extraction dungeon crawler games.

Season History

Early Access Season 9vEA#9
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Ninth early access season launching April 28, 2026. Anticipated features include the introduction of the Monk class.

Early Access Season 8vEA#8
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Eighth early access season launched January 29, 2026, introducing the Firedeep dungeon as a lava-filled second floor of the Goblin Caves. The season opened with a three-week Solo Self Found event before the Trading Post and Marketplace unlocked on February 20, 2026; the official Arena season also began February 20.

Early Access Season 7vEA#7
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Seventh early access season launched September 23, 2025, with the EA#7 Seasonal Pack available on Steam. Ran approximately four months through January 2026.

Early Access Season 6vEA#6
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Sixth early access season beginning approximately mid-March 2025, with the EA#6 Seasonal Pack available on Steam. Ran through September 2025 before the Season 7 wipe.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Dark and Darker Early Access Season 8 end?

Early Access Season 8 is scheduled to end on April 28, 2026 at 12:00 AM UTC. The end date or time is estimated.

When does Dark and Darker Early Access Season 9 start?

Early Access Season 9 is expected to start on April 28, 2026 (UTC time not announced).

What is Dark and Darker's current wipe?

The current wipe is Early Access Season 8 (vEA#8). Eighth early access season launched January 29, 2026, introducing the Firedeep dungeon as a lava-filled second floor of the Goblin Caves. The season opened with a three-week Solo Self Found event before the Trading Post and Marketplace unlocked on February 20, 2026; the official Arena season also began February 20.

How long does a Dark and Darker wipe typically last?

Based on tracked completed wipes, a typical wipe lasts about 161 days (roughly 5.4 months).

Where can I find Dark and Darker patch notes?

Check the SeasonDex news page for Steam news, or the links page for official patch notes and other resources.

What type of game is Dark and Darker?

Dark and Darker is an extraction dungeon crawler.