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Dragon's Dogma 2's controversial changes won't kill its soul

Capcom is attempting to win back RPG fans with the Dark Arisen expansion for Dragon's Dogma 2, following controversial gameplay changes.

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🇬🇧 English Jul 13, 19:24 UTC
🇮🇹 Italian Jul 13, 15:31 UTC · Multiplayer

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The brief

Capcom has announced the Dark Arisen expansion for Dragon's Dogma 2. Work on the DLC began six months after the game's launch in response to passionate feedback from the player base.

Coverage from Eurogamer.net, GamesRadar+, and Inven Global emphasizes a focus on "gameplay fun and density," as well as a "U-turn" regarding fast travel. Polygon reports that the expansion seeks to preserve the game's soul despite previous controversial changes.

Further details regarding the DLC include the implementation of a hard mode and a design philosophy prioritizing fashion over stats, as reported by Restart.run.

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Quick answers

When did work on the Dark Arisen expansion begin?

According to GamesRadar+, work started six months after the game's launch.

What specific gameplay areas is the expansion addressing?

The expansion will focus on gameplay fun and density, and includes a reversal of the previous stance on fast travel.

What new features are mentioned for the DLC?

Restart.run reports that the Director and Producer discussed a hard mode and a focus on fashion over stats.

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Dragon's Dogma 2 Capcom Dark Arisen RPG

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