Capcom revealed the official main trailer and gameplay details for the upcoming Dark Arisen expansion for Dragon's Dogma 2 during its Capcom Spotlight livestream. Scheduled to launch on October 9, this major content update will arrive simultaneously alongside a full Nintendo Switch 2 release containing both the base title and the new expansion. Existing players on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam will be able to purchase the expansion as DLC on the same day.
Beyond showing off footage of new high-level combat and expanded world areas, Capcom highlighted refined character customization systems and official Pawns. Nintendo Switch 2 users will also gain access to a dedicated character creation and storage application ahead of release, allowing players to draft their Arisen and main companion prior to jump-starting the campaign.
Legacy of the Arisen
The original Dragon's Dogma made its debut in 2012, eventually receiving its own comprehensive Dark Arisen re-release in 2013 across multiple generations of platforms before inspiring a Netflix anime adaptation in 2020. With Dragon's Dogma 2 having launched in March 2024, Capcom continues to build upon its signature action-RPG formula, combining dynamic Pawn AI systems with high-stakes fantasy combat.
