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Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen enriches the dynamic fantasy world and expansive adventures of Dragon's Dogma 2 with unforgettable new tales and thrilling encounters. Based on feedback we received after the initial release of Dragon's Dogma 2, we established three goals for ourselves when we set out to update and expand the game: Enhanced gameplay. Expanded adventures. Enticing value.
- Capcom
Platform scores
| Platform | Metascore | Userscore |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch 2 | 87 | 8.6 |
| PC | 84 | 8.4 |
| PlayStation 5 | 83 | 8.8 |
| Xbox Series X | Not stored | 6.3 |
What players said
Praise
- Tbh this dlc exceeded my expectations, the story is more interesting than base game, exploration and world design is top notch. Exploration is very rewarding. Map verticallity is impeccable and fun to explore.
- This expansion really brought me back when I first played the first Dragon's Dogma with BitterBlack Isle. Though I miss certain aspects the original did so well, this expansion was incredibly fun and felt like the ultimate RPG in recent days. Amazing secrets and exploration - combat and new abilities are great things to find! Overall I highly recommend. One of the best experiences playing a game I had the last couple years!
- Fantastic rpg, an great game for me, for my experience Dragon's Dogma 2 Dark Arisen is The definitive edition play in 2026, great World, amazing pawns and delicious system to fight.
Criticism
- Im so happy that the user reviews are as high as it is. This game is genuinely incredible. I have just recently jumped in thanks to the big new expansion and I can honestly say this stands up there with Breath of the Wild and Elden Ring levels of immersion. I was initially overwhelmed, I had never seen a system like the pawn system in this game. It also drops tutorial after tutorial of information. That being said. I took it at my own pace and after just 2 hours it clicked. It really isnt as convoluted or confusing as it originally felt. All you really need to know about Pawns is that they are cpu's that just have an extra zing to them. They travel with you and are helpful when they want to be. They manage to be goofy without being annoying. The other 10 pages of tutorial are their if your interested, but in reality you can get as involved as you want. There is a lot of lingo that made me scared, but in reality the combat is broken into classes (vocations in the game), and the more you play within that class
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What critics said
Praise
- Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen is what expansions are truly about. The wholly distinct and dangerous region of Norgan sends players to explore the treacherous cold for new threats. What will be uncovered is a rich story, phenomenal encounters, and a wealth of new content that pushes Dragon’s Dogma 2 into the territory of an unforgettable journey.
- Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen was the final piece needed to bring this sequel to its peak; however, I believe the quality of the narrative and side quests could have been handled better. On the other hand, the expansion delivers a beautiful, challenging new realm, offering an exploration experience that truly captivates thanks to its distinct atmosphere.
- Dark Arisen may not quite be perfect, but as a whole package, Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen is easy to recommend to anyone hunting for their next grand adventure.