Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Introduces Relic Expeditions

Capcom posted a new gameplay trailer for Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, its upcoming expansion for fantasy action RPG Dragon’s Dogma 2. The Dark Arisen expansion takes players to the abandoned northern region of Norgan. Players join up with Eir to uncover the secrets of the undying Fallen Dragon. During their expedition, players will need to unearth forgotten relics that unlock new weapons and skills, with the new video introducing these expeditions.

Norgan is home to numerous threats from the dangerous beasts that dwell in it to the frigid environment itself. However, players will be able to find powerful tools to help them across the region. They can be joined by the direwolf Freki, who will be able to alert them to hidden treasures. After finding relics, players will need to return to their base settlement in order to get them appraised and discover what power-ups they provide.

In addition to the new gameplay video, Capcom also released a new free Title Update for the main game. The update includes frame rate improvements, extra save slots, and an expanded number of assignable weapon skills for combat. Two infographics can be viewed below that detail the current performance targets of the game.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 takes place in a parallel world to the original Dragon’s Dogma and Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen. Players control a customised character known as the Arisen, a champion whose heart has been stolen by the Dragon, and are joined by up to three NPC Pawn allies. Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen will release on October 9, 2026. It will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for $29.99, while the Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen bundle containing both the game and expansion will be available on the same platforms plus Nintendo Switch 2, as the game makes its debut on the console, for $49.99.

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