Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Adventure
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Developers: Arkane Studios
- Publishers: Bethesda Softworks
Dishonored: Void Walker Arsenal – A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction
Dishonored: Void Walker Arsenal is a downloadable content (DLC) pack for the critically acclaimed stealth action-adventure game Dishonored. It was released on October 16, 2013, and is available for purchase on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC.
The Void Walker Arsenal DLC pack includes four previously released pre-order bonus content bundles: the Acrobatic Killer Pack, Arcane Assassin Pack, Backstreet Butcher Pack, and Shadow Rat Pack. These packs offer a variety of unique character bonuses, additional bone charm slots, unhidden books, and bonus coins that can be used to enhance your playthrough of Corvo’s main campaign in the original game.
Content
Acrobatic Killer Pack
- Grants the “Assassin’s Robes” outfit, which reduces fall damage and allows for silent landings.
- Adds the “Ethereal Drop” ability, which allows Corvo to teleport a short distance in any direction.
- Includes two additional bone charm slots.
Arcane Assassin Pack
- Grants the “Piero’s Mask” item, which increases mana regeneration and reduces the cost of using Blink and Dark Vision.
- Adds the “Possession” ability, which allows Corvo to possess rats and other small animals.
- Includes two additional bone charm slots.
Backstreet Butcher Pack
- Grants the “Butcher’s Knife” weapon, which deals increased damage to human enemies.
- Adds the “Butcher’s Delight” ability, which increases the amount of health and mana Corvo gains from consuming corpses.
- Includes two additional bone charm slots.
Shadow Rat Pack
- Grants the “Shadow Rat” bone charm, which increases the duration of the Dark Vision ability.
- Adds the “Shadow Kill” ability, which allows Corvo to instantly kill unaware enemies from behind.
- Includes two additional bone charm slots.
Gameplay
The Void Walker Arsenal DLC pack can be accessed from the main menu of Dishonored. Once activated, the new items and abilities will be available to Corvo in his inventory.
The new items and abilities can be used to enhance Corvo’s stealth, combat, and exploration abilities. For example, the Assassin’s Robes can be used to silently infiltrate enemy territory, while the Ethereal Drop ability can be used to quickly escape from danger. The Possession ability can be used to scout ahead or to distract enemies, while the Butcher’s Knife can be used to quickly dispatch human foes.
The Void Walker Arsenal DLC pack also includes a number of new bone charms that can be used to further customize Corvo’s abilities. These bone charms can be found scattered throughout the game world, or they can be purchased from black market merchants.
Reception
Dishonored: Void Walker Arsenal received generally positive reviews from critics. Many praised the DLC pack for its new items, abilities, and bone charms, which they said offered a variety of new ways to play the game. However, some critics felt that the DLC pack was overpriced and that it did not offer enough new content to justify its cost.
Overall
Dishonored: Void Walker Arsenal is a solid DLC pack that offers a variety of new items, abilities, and bone charms that can be used to enhance your playthrough of Corvo’s main campaign in the original game. While it is not a must-have DLC pack, it is certainly worth considering for fans of Dishonored who are looking for new ways to experience the game.
Tips
- The Assassin’s Robes are a great way to silently infiltrate enemy territory. Use them to sneak past guards and avoid detection.
- The Ethereal Drop ability can be used to quickly escape from danger. It can also be used to reach otherwise inaccessible areas.
- The Possession ability can be used to scout ahead or to distract enemies. It can also be used to access small spaces and to eavesdrop on conversations.
- The Butcher’s Knife is a powerful weapon that can be used to quickly dispatch human foes. Use it to clear a path through enemy territory or to take down powerful enemies.
- The new bone charms can be used to further customize Corvo’s abilities. Experiment with different combinations of bone charms to find the ones that best suit your playstyle.
Review Score
8.5/10
Art
Cover Art
![](https://i3.wp.com/cdn.gamesreviews2010.com/app/uploads/ac/quaethiet.webp)
Screenshots
![](https://i3.wp.com/cdn.gamesreviews2010.com/app/uploads/ac/reephaeme.webp)
![](https://i3.wp.com/cdn.gamesreviews2010.com/app/uploads/ac/ievelidoh.webp)
![](https://i3.wp.com/cdn.gamesreviews2010.com/app/uploads/ac/aoyeinugh.webp)
![](https://i3.wp.com/cdn.gamesreviews2010.com/app/uploads/ac/ithidahta.webp)