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Standard edition​

Pre-ordering the $69.99 standard edition of Dragon’s Dogma 2’s digital or physical version will get you access to the Superior Weapons Quartet, as shown in the image below.


If you prefer a disc, the physical version of the standard edition can be found at several retailers, including Best Buy, GameStop, Amazon, and Target. As previously mentioned, reserving a copy of the game through Best Buy will get you an exclusive Steelbook case with your purchase. Digital versions are also available to pre-order through Steam, Xbox, and the PlayStation Store. At Green Man Gaming, which sells Steam PC keys, you can get the standard edition for $57.39.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 deluxe edition​

In addition to the Superior Weapons Quartet pre-order bonus, the $79.99 deluxe edition of Dragon’s Dogma 2 (available digitally only) grants access to the New Journey Pack, which includes the following list of in-game items:

• Ring of Assurance
• Explorer’s Camping Kit
• Dragon’s Dogma Music & Sound Collection
• Harpysnare Smoke Beacons
• Heartfelt Pendant
• Ambivalent Rift Incense
• Makeshift Gaol Key
• Art of Metamorphosis
• Wakestone
• 1,500 Rift Crystals

OpenCritic: 91/100 - 100% Recommended

MetaCritic: 91/100 - Must Play

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BaziCenter - Javad Mohseni - Persian - 9.5 / 10

Dragon's Dogma 2 not only meets but exceeds expectations with its captivating storyline, engaging players until the very end. The deep gameplay mechanics and diverse choices ensure that every moment feels fresh and exciting, eliminating any sense of repetitiveness. With its eye-catching artistic graphics and epic soundtrack, the game delivers a truly unique and immersive experience. As a high-quality RPG, it promises to provide countless hours of entertainment for players seeking an unforgettable adventure.

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Boomstick Gaming - Boomstick Alex - 5 / 5

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COGconnected - Mark Steighner - 88 / 100

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Console Creatures - Bobby Pashalidis - Recommended

I can see why the original Dragon's Dogma was such a cult hit. Over a decade later, though, with the technology finally capable of providing the horsepower to deliver Itsuno's vision, stepping into the world of Dragon's Dogma 2 leaves a lasting impression far more positive than I expected.

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Cultured Vultures - Ash Bates - 8.5 / 10

Dragon's Dogma 2 is a kitchen sink sequel to the original sleeper hit from 2012, building on what worked about the first game to create an RPG experience that's still unlike any other.

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Dexerto - Sayem Ahmed - 5 / 5

Dragon’s Dogma 2 boldly stands as a giant of the open-world genre that dares to defy existing conventions and expectations. It’s a courageous effort that is as rewarding as it is deep. 80 hours in, I still feel as though I have barely scratched the surface of what’s on offer. Its abrasive player experience demands you abide by its rules of engagement. Comply, and you will be rewarded with one of the most engaging fantasy RPGs ever created. Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a masterpiece. It is an unmissable title that not only asks for your respect, but demands it.

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GGRecon - Harry Boulton - 4.5 / 5

Despite my reservations about the late game, Dragon's Dogma 2 remains an exceptional experience on almost all fronts and an adventure that you unequivocally won't want to miss.

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GameSpot - Richard Wakeling - 9 / 10

Dragon's Dogma 2 is an excellent sequel that builds upon the first game's core concepts to create a thrilling open-world adventure.

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Gaming Nexus - Elliot Hilderbrand - 9 / 10

If action role-playing games are something you are into, then Dragon's Dogma 2 is your next big game. It's that simple. You may have been thrown off by talk of the lack of fast travel. But the game's director Hideaki Itsuno, is right: a good game doesn't need it. Dragon's Dogma 2's world is covered with experiences to have. It could be a hidden cave, a simple treasure chest, or even a giant griffin that just wants to create chaos for you and your party of pawns. Combat is easy to understand, and different enough from vocation to vocation that when I get bored with one class, I can easily switch to try something different. It's not about the destination, but rather the journey. As silly as it sounds, Dragon's Dogma 2 is all about the friends we made along the way.

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GamingBolt - Shubhankar Parijat - 10 / 10

Dragon's Dogma 2 is a landmark release for open world action RPGs. From its thoroughly immersive world and its stellar combat to the incredible emergent gameplay its bevy of systems enable, Capcom's long-anticipated sequel delivers spectacularly in more ways than one. By definition, it's going to turn some people off with its many eccentricities, but it's those eccentricities exactly that make it such an utterly unique and unforgettable experience.

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GamingTrend - Jack Zustiak - 95 / 100

Dragon's Dogma II is a masterfully refined take on the original game. It's easy to get lost in its massive world for hours on end and truly immerse yourself into the role of the Arisen. There are a ton of technical problems and oddities throughout the game, but somehow those didn't stop us from having a blast. In an age where the limitations of video games are a known quantity, Dragon's Dogma II transcends them to become a game that truly feels real.

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Hey Poor Player - Shane Boyle - 4.5 / 5

Dragon’s Dogma II is an instant classic. Capcom hasn’t reinvented the wheel here, opting instead to deliver the same blend of exploration and monster slaying that they established in 2012 while turning it into a full-on adventure simulator via a sandbox that is capable of generating jaw-dropping moments at every turn. It may not be polished to the degree that I’d like, but I find it impossible to be angry at Capcom when what they’ve delivered carries a level of ambition and seamlessness that needs to be seen to be believed. In a year stacked to the rafters with game-of-the-year-worthy RPGs already, Dragon’s Dogma II is another fantastic addition to what is already becoming a complicated discussion and should not be overlooked.

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MonsterVine - Joe Bariso - 3 / 5

In a lot of ways, there’s a great game buried under the surface of Dragon’s Dogma 2. All of the components should work together. I’ve never played a game I was so frustrated with, but equally wanted to keep playing. For someone out there, I can guarantee this will be their favorite game ever. I’m sure it checks a lot of boxes for a lot of people looking for something different. I was looking for something different too, but I just feel like there was too much in the way for me to truly enjoy it. I’m still going to give it more time, I’m willing to be wrong, but for now I can’t help but feel disappointed.

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Multiplayer First - James Lara - 9.5 / 10

While I know it’s not the perfect game, and certainly not one for everyone, I do know that it’ll be a title that I’ll find myself returning to year after year until Dragon’s Dogma 3 is made. Let’s hope that’s not another 12 years, but if it is, at least we’ll have a sequel to keep us busy for the years to come. Dragon’s Dogma 2 is an instant classic, the ultimate RPG adventure that fans have been dreaming about, making that long wait well worth it.

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Nexus Hub - Sam Aberdeen - 9.5 / 10

Dragon's Dogma 2 makes bold creative decisions that pay off big time - highly ambitious, demanding and rewarding in equal measure, it's the kind of masterful action-RPG that rewrites the rule books.

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PSX Brasil - Portuguese - 90 / 100

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Rock, Paper, Shotgun - Unscored

A grand action RPG adventure where you'll make travel plans and have them disrupted by a vengeful griffin whose wing you'd whacked two hours earlier.

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SECTOR.sk - Branislav Koh�t - Slovak - 8 / 10

Arisen is back with a unique escort. The continuation of the interesting RPG once again relied on intelligent companions who stand by your side. And they are still great. However, some other aspects of the game could have been better.

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Shacknews - Donovan Erskine - 9 / 10

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Spaziogames - Italian - 8.3 / 10

Dragon's Dogma 2 is a rare beast, and one we would gladly save from extinction, thanks to its unparalleled sense of freedom and discovery and fast paced combat system. It's a courageous game too, with divisive game design that not every player will appreciate. But believe us when we say the travel is well worth it.

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TechRaptor - Erren Van Duine - 8.5 / 10

Dragon's Dogma 2 features a rich world filled with plenty of old-school RPG stylings that remain a fun adventure despite some technical difficulties.

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TheSixthAxis - Jason Coles - 10 / 10

Dragon's Dogma 2 is a triumph of a game that wants you to just take your time and see everything you possibly can. You'll be constantly pulled from your path by a new cave, a random quest, a chest one of your Pawns has found, random fights, and it's all part of the experience. I adore this game, and while it has some aspects I think some will find too clunky, it's a masterpiece.

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Tom's Hardware Italia - Andrea Riviera - Italian - 8 / 10

Dragon's Dogma 2 is an experience that entertained and engaged us, perhaps one of the most original and satisfying RPGs you will play this year. However, the differences from the first episode are really minimal and the reduced fluidity on consoles disappointed us a bit. However, it should be specified that this is primarily designed to bring in a large number of new players.

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Try Hard Guides - Erik Hodges - 9 / 10

Though PC players may face some optimization issues, Dragon’s Dogma 2 impresses with stellar monster-slaying action, incredible immersion, and satisfying adventures with NPCs you can’t help but call your friends. You’re sure to get sucked into the world with an incredible character of your own making as you claim your throne and face off against the intimidating beasts of Dragon’s Dogma 2.

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Twisted Voxel - Salal Awan - 9.5 / 10

Dragon's Dogma 2 is an impressive sequel to the cult classic game. It features an ambitious open-world and a more engaging storyline that combines nostalgia with innovation. Although the game has a few design quirks and occasional performance issues, especially on PC, it compensates with a rich narrative, an expansive world, and an engaging combat system. Players who are willing to dive deep into its universe will find it a rewarding experience. While it does not redefine the action RPG genre, it successfully captures the essence of adventure and exploration, making it appealing to both veteran and newcomer players.

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Worth Playing - Chris "Atom" DeAngelus - 9 / 10

Dragon's Dogma II doesn't feel like anything else on the market. Despite fantasy action-RPG being one of the most common genres, Dragon's Dogma II manages to stand out from the crowd. The unusual atmosphere, excellent combat, and general sense of place and weight make it feel distinct in a world full of Soulslikes or Skyrim clones. It's a boatload of fun to play, and it manages to make what could be a tiring genre feel fresh and full of life. If you're looking to hunt some monsters and cast some spells, Dragon's Dogma II is easily one of the best titles on the market.

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XboxEra - Jesse Norris - 9 / 10

Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a fantastic video game. It improves on every facet of the first title. An excellent main quest is paired with Capcom’s best English VO and some incredible emergent combat. It’s fully approachable if you’ve never given the first one a go, and any Action RPG fan owes it to themselves to learn just what the Dragon’s Dogma truly is.

 

[alphachino]

88

 

[Thick Thighs Save Lives]

I would say high 80s based on the previews I've watched so far.

 

[GymWolf]

I can see a wild range of scores, i think it's gonna end in the 84-87 range.

 

[dDoc]

86, great game with disappointing performance (consoles).

 

[Skifi28]

I'm going with 80-85. Great, but flawed.

 

[Kuranghi]

*Ian McShane voice* "The greatest game ever released, garnering a perfect score of 100 on opencritic"

 

[Ferdimage]

Probably wont hit the 90's due to performance issues.
I still voted 90-95 because I love Dragon's Dogma!

 

[FunkMiller]

I think it'll be low 80s, due to performance issues and the apparent lack of hand holding. People will moan it's too hard.

 

[Luipadre]

I think it'll be low 80s, due to performance issues and the apparent lack of hand holding. People will moan it's too hard.

Nobody will give a shit about the 30 fps, especially not reviewers

 

[DavidGzz]

I chose low 80s for official reviews but it will be a low 90s for my taste, I bet.

 

[Portugeezer]

Low 80's, I'll guess specifically 82 MC.

For me, that would be living up to my expectations and will be worth a buy.

 

[Lokaum D+]

86

 

[Tiago Rodrigues]

I think it'll be low 80s, due to performance issues and the apparent lack of hand holding. People will moan it's too hard.

Reviewers don't care about performance issues.

 

[Lucifers Beard]

I've got absolutely no idea, but I voted 90-95% because providing its an improved version of the first game, that's the region I would score it in.

 

[Northeastmonk]

Poor journalists. No handholding mode must mean a very hard game for them.

88-89.

 

[lh032]

probably 80 average, performance is going to be an issue here

 

[kikkis]

77 on opencritic.com.

 

[Go_Ly_Dow]

I say 90s because everyone has a hard on for medievil fantasy

 

[Little Chicken]

80-85

 

[Schmendrick]

I´d expect a score in the low 80s judging from the previews so far. A verdict along the "can be great, but has issues xy".

 

[gtabro]

I really want to believe that this game will be truly an adventure with little to no hand-holding, and this + the combat will impress the critics enough to nominate it for GOTY 2024 (unless STALKER 2 actually comes out this year and blows everyone else out of the water)... In any case as a fan of DD1 I am rooting big time for this one.

 

[Gaiff]

Exactly 89.

 

[NoLootBoxDev]

Dragon's Dogma 2 | Review Thread or:​

 

[Arsic]

86 at the highest, bad performance will irk many and kick it down a lot of pegs.

Plus it’s an obtuse game too so I expect it to not do well from an overall game design side either.

I’ll stay with 86 since this year folks seem to be more forgiving of games having problems.

 

[Shifty1897]

84

 

[Roman Empire]

If what I saw from leaks is true, then I bump my prediction from 88 to 92.

 

[yamaci17]

87

 

[Spyxos]

Sounds like a 90s game from the previews a have seen.

 

[TVexperto]

ign=7

 

[SidViscous]

automatic difficulty scaling should be enough to knock a few points off imo, why even rpg when you can’t grind to overpower stuff

 

[Doctor Hades]

85% average score, I think. Typical review quote: "Great sequel, deep gameplay but let down by wobbly performance on consoles. If you have the hardware then I would strongly suggest playing this on PC.".

 

[splattered]

High 80s but you never know... I kind of wonder if people will deduct points because there isn't a co-op/multi-player mode

 

[Topher]

Looking like a 70s game to me.

 

[sigmaZ]

ign=7

Too many dragons

 

[Regginator]

From what I've seen it's just a better-looking, better-playing Dragon's Dogma that doesn't really do anything new in the 12 years since the original. I'd happily eat crow, but for now I'll say lower 80s. Maybe even upper 70s like the first one.

 

[Woopah]

automatic difficulty scaling should be enough to knock a few points off imo, why even rpg when you can’t grind to overpower stuff

It does annoy me. I'm really enjoying the way they do it Octopath Traveler 2 where you can access difficult areas straight away and grind for them if you want.

 

[three_muffins]

Front Page?

Front Page !!

Cant wait for the reviews

 

[Gamer_By_Proxy]

I'm on the fence with Dragons Dogma and Rise of the Ronin. Not sure either are my jam.

 

[Ass of Can Whooping]

Looking like a 70s game to me.

Shutup Starfield lover

 

[Roman Empire]

Draugoth You'll probably need to change the Review Embargo date because a German Journalist said it is to be lifted on Wednesday. Making it 2 days prior the release date, same thing Capcom has done for Street fighter 6.

 

[Aion002]

80 something,

The lack of coop and not being a souls clone will probably annoy some reviewers.

 

[Elios83]

Wait, why people went from expecting crazy high scores to fear of low 80s for this?
Did something particularly negative emerge?

 

[darrylgorn]

The media will ignore the framerate issues and give this game 10s.

 

[darrylgorn]

Too many dragons

Not enough dogma.

 

[Lucifers Beard]

Wait, why people went from expecting crazy high scores to fear of low 80s for this?
Did something particularly negative emerge?

It looks like there are could be performance issues on console. I think 30fps is fine for console but anything lower than that or fequent dips into the 20's is unacceptable and will have shitty frame pacing, which feels awful to play.

PC (providing its not a mess) will be the best way to play like most multiplatform titles.

 

[LordCBH]

Between an 85 and a 90 overall I think.

 

[Belthazar]

It looks like there are could be performance issues on console. I think 30fps is fine for console but anything lower than that or fequent dips into the 20's is unacceptable and will have shitty frame pacing, which feels awful to play.

PC (providing its not a mess) will be the best way to play like most multiplatform titles.

The problem is not being lower than 30, it's just that it's often at around 31fps. It feels stuttery and will probably sour the experience even if only subconsciously.

 

[Fbh]

85-90.
Journos seem to be enjoying the previews, a few will mention the bad performance but as long as the issues are "limited" to bad framerate and not bugs, broken quests and the like I doubt many reviewers will care.

 

[Draugoth]

Draugoth You'll probably need to change the Review Embargo date because a German Journalist said it is to be lifted on Wednesday. Making it 2 days prior the release date, same thing Capcom has done for Street fighter 6.

Yes, the embargo was wrongfully being reported for tomorrow tuesday at 7 am PT i will change it once i get to home.