Dragon's Dogma 2 News

How does Dragon's Dogma 2 new game plus work?

How does new game plus work in Dragon's Dogma 2? Capcom's fantasy epic now has a sequel, and we've been hard at work as the Arisen, discovering all of the mechanics and vocations. One inclusion confirmed in the lead-up to the game's release is a new game plus, and we've got all of the information you need on how it works, what you'll be able to carry over, and even some unlockables that come with it.

Dragon's Dogma 2 has tested us to our limits but as Nat's Dragon's Dogma 2 review states, it's a "faithful reimagining" of the first that we're slowly but surely falling in love with. We've been to every corner of the Dragon's Dogma 2 map, we've discovered where all of the Dragon's Dogma 2 maisters are, and we've figured out everything that will change when you enter new game plus.

Please be warned that this guide contains endgame spoilers and new game plus information, though we haven't touched on any story aspects here.

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Dragon's Dogma 2 reviews plummet on Steam amid performance concerns

Dragon's Dogma 2 Steam reviews are off to a rough start despite a huge player count and big sales for the new Capcom RPG. The long-awaited follow-up to a cult classic that grew its audience slowly through word of mouth, the arrival of Dragon's Dogma 2 was set to be a landmark moment for the returning series, to rival the likes of Elden Ring and Capcom's own Monster Hunter World. Yet, despite generally positive critical reviews and a jump to the top of the Valve best-selling charts, the player response on Steam has been markedly downbeat.

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To Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam

To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players

We would like to update you on the status of the following items, about which we have received numerous comments from the community. To all those looking forward to this game, we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.

■Crashes and bug fixes
We are investigating/fixing critical problems such as crashes and freezing.
We will be addressing crashes and bug fixes starting from those with the highest priority in patches in the near future.

■The option of starting a new game
We are looking at adding a feature to the Steam version of the game that will allow players that are already playing to restart the game. We will announce more details as soon as we can.

■Paid DLC
All the items listed below can be obtained in-game or as paid DLC items.
Art of Metamorphosis - Character Editor
Ambivalent Rift Incense - Change Pawn Inclinations
Portcrystal - Warp Location Marker
Wakestone - Restore the dead to life!
500 Rift Crystals / 1500 Rift Crystals / 2500 Rift Crystals - Points to Spend Beyond the Rift
Makeshift Gaol Key - Escape from gaol!
Harpysnare Smoke Beacons - Harpy Lure Item

■Regarding Frame Rate
A large amount of CPU usage is allocated to each character and calculating the impact of their physical presence in various areas. In certain situations where numerous characters appear simultaneously, the CPU usage can be very high and may affect the frame rate. We are aware that in such situations, settings that reduce GPU load may currently have a limited effect; however, we are looking into ways to improve performance in the future.

The Dragon's Dogma 2 Team

How to unlock the Dragon's Dogma 2 Mystic Spearhand vocation

How do you unlock the Dragon's Dogma 2 Mystic Spearhand vocation? There are four default vocations in Dragon's Dogma 2, but if you do a bit of searching, you can transform your Arisen into a completely different class. While the Mage and the Fighter sound fun, what if you could combine the two classes together?

One of the most intriguing Dragon's Dogma 2 characters is Sigurd, a Mystic Spearhand maister who wants to wipe out every dragon in existence. Sigurd blends magic with his deadly duospear to form the Mystic Spearhand vocation, and it can be yours once you know where to go on the Dragon's Dogma 2 map. Considering it's your goal as the Arisen to slay a dragon in Dragon's Dogma 2, this could be the perfect vocation for the job.

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How to use Dragon's Dogma 2 Harpysnare Smoke Beacons

What are Harpysnare Smoke Beacons in Dragon's Dogma 2? While out exploring the world, your Pawns may inform you that, if you have one, you can use a Harpysnare Smoke Beacon to reach some otherwise unreachable treasure. But where do you get them, and how do you use them, exactly? You can't just plop one down anywhere and have a Harpy come whisk you away, after all. This guide details all you need to know about this unique item and mechanic.

Keen on learning more about Dragon's Dogma 2? You'll want to check out all of the Dragon's Dogma 2 vocations before you get too far into your adventure to truly understand what kind of Arisen and Pawn you want to build. Otherwise, read on to cure your curiosity on Harpysnare Smoke Beacons.

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