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Kinoshita Returns to Direct Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Bringing Relics, Dungeons and New Skills
gaming15 days ago

Kinoshita Returns to Direct Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Bringing Relics, Dungeons and New Skills

Capcom’s Capcom Spotlight revealed Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, with Kento Kinoshita returning as director for the expansion after Hideaki Itsuno’s departure. The add-on, due October 9, 2026, adds 12 new dungeons to the base map, brings back the Relic system on Norgan, and introduces lore around the Fallen Dragon and a mysterious woman named Eir. An August update will add two additional weapon skill slots, plus bug fixes, UI tweaks, pawn adjustments, and Dragonsplague balance including a cure (Dragonsbaulk Draught) for afflicted pawns. The overall focus is on QoL and performance improvements while expanding endgame depth.

Capcom pulls Dragon’s Dogma 2 Deluxe Edition and microtransactions ahead of Dark Arisen expansion
gaming25 days ago

Capcom pulls Dragon’s Dogma 2 Deluxe Edition and microtransactions ahead of Dark Arisen expansion

Capcom will remove Dragon’s Dogma 2’s Deluxe Edition and its microtransactions from sale starting June 25, with the base game discounted. Most add-ons will be discontinued, though two packs—Explorer’s Camping Gear and Music and Sound Collection—remain purchasable. Items already owned stay usable. The Dark Arisen expansion, announced earlier, adds new content and launches on Oct 9 for Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox, and PC (aimed at broader accessibility).

Capcom Removes Dragon's Dogma 2 PS5 Microtransactions Ahead of Dark Arisen DLC
gaming26 days ago

Capcom Removes Dragon's Dogma 2 PS5 Microtransactions Ahead of Dark Arisen DLC

Capcom will pull all Dragon's Dogma 2 PS5 microtransactions from sale on June 25, 2026, removing Rift Crystals and real-money items and discontinuing the Deluxe Edition as it prepares for Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, due October 9, 2026. The base digital version will also see a permanent price drop. The Dark Arisen expansion adds a snowy Norgan region, 12 new dungeon challenges, and cosmetic options for the Arisen and Pawns.

Capcom trims Dragon's Dogma 2 Deluxe Edition and pulls many time-saving microtransactions
gaming27 days ago

Capcom trims Dragon's Dogma 2 Deluxe Edition and pulls many time-saving microtransactions

Capcom is retiring the Dragon's Dogma 2 Deluxe Edition and removing many time-saving microtransactions ahead of content updates and the Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion. As of June 24–25, these items will no longer be purchasable on any platform, though players who already own them can continue to use them. The base digital version will receive a permanent price drop, while some DLC packs (e.g., Explorer's Camping Kit, Dragon's Dogma Music and Sound Collection) remain on sale.

Nintendo Direct June 2026 signals Switch 2 era with cross-gen ports and a new Xenoblade tease
gaming1 month ago

Nintendo Direct June 2026 signals Switch 2 era with cross-gen ports and a new Xenoblade tease

The June 2026 Nintendo Direct livestream spotlighted a Switch 2‑first wave of cross‑gen releases and new titles, including Xenoblade Genesis with Switch 2 versions, Muramasa arriving in early 2027, and a Star Fox demo. Several notable ports and remasters were announced for Switch 2—Dragon’s Dogma 2, Devil May Cry 5, Lords of the Fallen 2, Lies of P, Onimusha Way of the Sword, and Stellar Blade—along with platform moves like Rhythm Heaven Groove leading the first wave. Release windows span later this year, September 25 and October 9 for some titles, and 2027 for others, signaling a heavy push toward a Switch 2 ecosystem with cross‑platform collaborations and new Xenoblade content.

"Capcom's Plan to Ease Dragonsplague in Dragon's Dogma 2"
gaming2 years ago

"Capcom's Plan to Ease Dragonsplague in Dragon's Dogma 2"

Capcom's RPG Dragon’s Dogma 2 will receive an update this month, addressing issues such as making Pawns more reliable and less talkative, and making the Dragonsplague disease easier to deal with by making its symptoms more noticeable. The update will also include improvements to Pawn behavior, such as reducing the frequency of dialogue lines, making them less likely to fall off cliffs, and improving their responsiveness to commands. The patch notes outline various fixes and adjustments, with the update planned for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S this month.

"Dragon's Dogma 2 Patch: Easier Dragonsplague Spotting, Safer Pawns"
gaming2 years ago

"Dragon's Dogma 2 Patch: Easier Dragonsplague Spotting, Safer Pawns"

Capcom will release an update for Dragon's Dogma 2, making Dragonsplague easier to spot and less frequent, while also adjusting Pawn behaviors to prevent falling off cliffs and reducing repetitive dialogue. The update, planned for this month, will also prevent players from being jailed when fighting monsters in a town. Additionally, a mod is available for players who want quieter Pawns before the official update.

Dragon's Dogma 2 Update: Nerfing Dragonsplague, Quieting Pawns, and Bug Fixes Planned
gaming2 years ago

Dragon's Dogma 2 Update: Nerfing Dragonsplague, Quieting Pawns, and Bug Fixes Planned

Capcom has announced an upcoming patch for Dragon’s Dogma 2, addressing issues such as the dragonsplague illness and pawns' behavior and dialogue, but there's no mention of a performance mode despite player demand. The patch is set to be released later in April, and the game has been a commercial success despite controversies and performance complaints.

"Dragon's Dogma 2: A Polarizing RPG with Surprisingly Good Combat"
gaming2 years ago

"Dragon's Dogma 2: A Polarizing RPG with Surprisingly Good Combat"

The action RPG Dragon’s Dogma 2 offers plenty of downtime for players to enjoy the lengthy journeys and atmospheric tunes, with the 2002 Broadway production of Man of La Mancha serving as a fitting soundtrack. The game's comedic and adventurous elements align with the themes of the musical, making it a perfect accompaniment for the game's road trip-like experience.

Dragon's Dogma 2 Players Unite Against Dragonsplague
gaming2 years ago

Dragon's Dogma 2 Players Unite Against Dragonsplague

Dragon's Dogma 2 features a divisive element called Dragonsplague, a pawn-infecting sickness that can lead AI companions to commit murder. Modders have now developed mods to make the plague easier to track or remove it entirely from the game, offering options such as a counter to indicate infection levels and ways to cure or prevent the sickness. While some argue that dealing with Dragonsplague is part of the game's intended challenge, these mods provide an alternative for players who prefer to avoid the risk altogether.

"Dragon's Dogma 2 Players Unite to Combat Deadly Dragonsplague Threat"
gaming2 years ago

"Dragon's Dogma 2 Players Unite to Combat Deadly Dragonsplague Threat"

Players of Dragon's Dogma 2 are warning each other about pawns potentially infected with Dragonsplague by using rotten food and flesh as signals. Some players are resorting to extreme measures like throwing pawns off cliffs, while others are trying to communicate the warning without witch hunt-like activities. It's important to pay attention to warning signs of Dragonsplague, such as coughing, glowing red eyes, and odd behavior, as the disease spreads quickly among pawns.