Dark Envoy

Isometric party RPG with tactical, real-time combat you can pause

Event Horizon · Released Oct 24, 2023

Reviews: Mixed; 70% of 922
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 15; right now
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update: 2 months ago; Jul 1, 2026

What is Dark Envoy?

An isometric, party-based RPG about relic hunters drawn into a conflict between technology and magic. You explore dungeons, recruit companions, develop class-based skills, and direct your party through real-time battles you can pause.

For you if...

+you enjoy directing a party through tactical battles
+you like experimenting with classes and character builds
+you want dark fantasy mixed with technology

Not for you if...

−you prefer turn-based fights to real-time party management
−you want a detailed story with well-developed companions

What players say

70% of 922 reviews are positive

Players praise the tactical combat, especially the ability to slow time, and the flexibility of character builds. They frequently report bugs that disrupt combat or progress, and many find the dialogue wooden and the story thin.

Screenshots and trailer

Dark Envoy system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows 10 64-bit
Processor: Intel i5 6500 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 6gb / AMD Radeon RX 580 8gb
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Storage: 40 GB available space
Notes: Performance target : 1080p resolution, 30fps with medium settings. Installing on HDD is possible but will result in long loading times. Hosting Online co-op sessions on min-spec might result in 'laggy' gameplay. High speed broadband connection required for online play.

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Keyboard and mouse
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 52
Steam features: Cloud saves, Family Sharing, Trading cards

Steam Deck: Verified

All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
Shows Steam Deck controller icons
In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

Multiplayer and co-op

Languages

Full audio: English. Text only: French, German, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, Spanish - Latin America, Italian, Portuguese - Brazil, Japanese.