Dragon's Dogma 2
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Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Will Send You On a Chilly Loot Grind | gamescom 2026
The Dark Arisen expansion for Dragon's Dogma 2 introduces a new winter-themed region with a focus on loot grinding and unique enemy mechanics, including a dragon that vomits zombies. This expansion promises a fresh challenge for players.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen leads are confident the expansion will live up to its name
Dragon's Dogma 2 Game Director Kento Kinoshita and Producer Naoto Oyama are confident that the upcoming Dark Arisen expansion will meet fan expectations. The expansion, set to release in October, introduces a new snowy biome called Norgen, featuring unique creatures, environmental challenges like blizzards, and new mechanics such as Relic-hungry enemies. The team aims to expand upon the already complete base game experience, providing players with more of the combat and exploration they've requested.
Dragon's Dogma 2 delays August QoL update into early September
Capcom has delayed the latest quality of life update for Dragon's Dogma 2 to early September, with the patch now scheduled for September 1. The update will introduce improvements to the save system, offering players three save slots, and will make the Dragonsplague affliction easier to cure with a new potion. The Dark Arisen expansion is still on track for an October release.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Boss Fight and Story Showcased in Gamescom Demo
Capcom showcased gameplay from the upcoming Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion at Gamescom, featuring a boss fight against a Fallen Dragon and discussing new environments and gameplay changes. Some updates, like additional skill slots, will be free for all Dragon's Dogma 2 owners. The expansion and base game are set to release on October 9th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
14 minutes of Dragon’s Dogma 2 docked running on Nintendo Switch 2
Fourteen minutes of gameplay footage for Dragon's Dogma 2 running in docked mode on the Nintendo Switch 2 have been released. The preview indicates that the game's framerate may not be optimal on the platform, though further details are limited.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Ball x Pit, There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension, Winter Burrow, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring significant sales, including the lowest prices ever for titles like Ball x Pit, There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension, and Winter Burrow. The sale includes a vast array of games from various publishers, with discounts on popular titles such as Hogwarts Legacy and The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim.
[Let’s Talk] Are you sold on Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave?
This article discusses the recently revealed Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, highlighting its time-skip feature and true protagonist. It prompts readers to share whether they are sold on the game, if it will be their first Fire Emblem title, or what is preventing them from purchasing it.
Monster Hunter Wilds on Nintendo Switch 2 Might Run at 1440p With Dynamic Resolution – Rumor
Datamining suggests that Monster Hunter Wilds on the Nintendo Switch 2 will utilize dynamic resolution, targeting resolutions between 1080p and 1440p when docked and lower resolutions in handheld mode, with frame rates aiming for 30-40 FPS. These performance targets, which may include DLSS technology, are speculated to be similar to Capcom's previous titles like Resident Evil Requiem and Pragmata. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming expansion Ascendance and the potential release of Dragon's Dogma 2 on the platform.
Capcom are reworking Dragon’s Dogma 2's infamous Dragonsplague so you can "enjoy the strategic decisions we originally envisioned" for it
Capcom is reworking the Dragonsplague mechanic in Dragon's Dogma 2 with Title Update 3.2, scheduled for late August. Producer Naoto Oyama stated that the changes aim to make the positive aspects of the affliction clearer and provide players with more options to manage it, aligning with the company's original vision. These updates will include an outright cure and combat enhancements for afflicted Pawns, with the Dark Arisen expansion set to release on October 9th.
Roadmaps and Plans
This article provides updates on several games, including map reworks for Overwatch in the OWCS MSC 2026 season, a Q&A with the director and producer of Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, and planned changes for EA Sports FC 27 Ultimate Team. It covers various aspects of game development roadmaps and future plans.
Dragon's Dogma 2 will be getting an endgame hard mode difficulty in the future 'for seasoned players'
Dragon's Dogma 2 is set to receive a hard mode difficulty option for seasoned players, announced by game director Kento Kinoshita. While a release window is not yet specified, producer Naoto Oyama confirmed further updates will follow. The upcoming DLC content, Forsaken Dominion and Lost Rites, will also feature increased challenge compared to the main game.
What we've been playing - "The dev team all moved to Hawaii to make this one, and you can tell"
This week's "What We've Been Playing" feature highlights several games: Marie is enjoying the colorful shop management of Thrifty Business on PC, Connor is revisiting the open-world challenges of Dragon's Dogma 2, Dom is celebrating Final Fantasy 10's 25th anniversary with progression boosters on Nintendo Switch, and Kelsey is unwinding with the cozy yet spooky fishing and horror elements of Dredge.
Evening Reading - July 31, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several industry updates, including PlayStation's cautious approach to ending physical disc support, Razer's acquisition of StreamElements, and Unity supplying Netflix Games with a dedicated engine. Nexus Mods updated its guidelines for generative AI tagging, Dragon's Dogma 2 will feature a Hard Mode, and various download deals are available for PlayStation and PC.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen will include Hard Mode difficulty setting
Capcom has announced that the upcoming Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion, set for October 2026, will include a new Hard Mode. This difficulty setting is designed for experienced players approaching the level cap, aiming to provide a satisfying challenge. Developers Naoto Oyama and Kento Kinoshita confirmed the mode during a Steam Q&A, though its exact release window relative to the expansion is still to be determined.
Dragon's Dogma 2 devs confirm what everyone was asking about: "We're working on a Hard Mode"
Capcom developers have confirmed that Dragon's Dogma 2 will receive a Hard Mode, designed to challenge players who have reached the level cap. This feature, along with expansion content like Forsaken Dominion and Lost Rites, aims to preserve the series' challenging nature. Release details for Hard Mode are forthcoming.
Resident Evil 4 and Dragon's Dogma lead's stylish new action RPG gets an October release date, steering clear…
The new action RPG Stupid Never Dies, developed by GPTRACK50 and founded by Capcom veteran Hiroyuki Kobayashi, will be released on October 21, 2026. The game, which features inspiration from Suda 51's work and veterans from Dragon's Dogma and Devil May Cry, will be co-published by Sega worldwide and receive a PlayStation 5 physical release.
Dragon's Dogma 2 is getting a Fallout-inspired homesteading mod with fully customisable houses, and its creator has tons of big ideas for it
A modder named SonicaKP is developing a homesteading mod for Dragon's Dogma 2 that allows players to build and customize houses, inspired by Fallout 4 & 76. The mod, still in development, aims to integrate naturally with the game's systems and may include features like creature taming and gardening. This comes as Capcom prepares to release the Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Team is Considering Adding Hard Mode, Transmog Confirmed
Capcom has confirmed that the upcoming Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion, launching October 9th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, will include a transmog system. The development team is also considering adding a Hard Mode for experienced players, though this is not yet officially decided. The expansion will add over 25 hours of new content, including a new storyline and challenge dungeons.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life and Pokemon Pokopia lead for Nintendo
The UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia holding strong in the top five. Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced leads the chart, followed by EA Sports FC 26 and 007 First Light. New releases are quiet, with Splatoon Raiders anticipated soon.
Dragon's Dogma 2 producer says Capcom is improving performance on PS5 and Xbox ahead of Dark Arisen's launch and that the Switch 2 version is 'exceeding' expectations
Capcom producer Naoto Oyama stated that performance improvements for Dragon's Dogma 2, including a 60FPS Performance Mode on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, will be implemented via an August title update. The Nintendo Switch 2 version is reportedly exceeding expectations, targeting 30FPS and higher, with Capcom's RE Engine proving a good fit for the platform.
