Summary
Capcom has released a new Title Update forDragon’s Dogma 2, heavily nerfing the controversial dragonsplague feature, among other changes.Dragon’s Dogma 2was first released in late March, and Capcom has already released several updates to fix bugs and tweak features in the game.
Dragonsplague inDragon’s Dogma 2has proven to be an extremely controversial inclusion. When the gamefirst launched, many were shocked at how punishing the dragonsplague feature was. It serves as a hidden plague on Pawns that players need to look out for, which, if unchecked, can turn a Pawn into a dragon. After this transformation occurs, the afflicted Pawn will wreak devastation on the player’s current location, killing most of the nearby NPCs. While this is an interesting idea in theory, it was all too easy to go unnoticed, and the consequences can be dire. Story-essential NPCs can be killed as a result of this, and it can even completely soft-lock a save file, leading to many player complaints.
Details of the latest patch were posted to theofficialDragon’s Dogma 2website. Headlining the changes are the nerfs to dragonsplague. Its infection frequency in Pawns has been reduced, and the signs of those infected are now more noticeable. For example the glowing eyes of infected Pawns are now much more noticeable now, making spottingdragonsplague symptoms inDragon’s Dogma 2far easier than before. However, the patch touches on more than just dragonsplague. A problem that jailed players while fighting monsters in town has also been fixed, as well as a ton of adjustments to Pawns' behavior and dialogue.
The dragonsplague nerfs are certain to come as welcome news to the game’s community.Dragon’s Dogma 2modders had already attempted to fix dragonsplaguethemselves, but ultimately, this is only available for the PC version of the game. With this list of fixes coming to all platforms, players will finally be able to enjoy dragonsplague as an interesting game mechanic to be navigated, rather than a save-ruining disaster.
Although Capcom continues to frequently updateDragon’s Dogma 2with adjustments and bug fixes, it remains to be seen what the studio has planned for the game in terms of new content. Just after the game’s initial launch in March,Capcom teasedDragon’s Dogma 2DLCin a survey, indicating that plans are underway for something in the future. What exactly that entails remains to be seen.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 Dragonsplague Nerf Title Update Patch Notes
[PlayStation®5 / Xbox Series X|S / Steam]
Reducing the infection frequency of dragonsplague and adjusting the signs of Pawns infected with dragonsplague to be more noticeable.
Adding the option to zoom in on the faces of the Arisen and Pawns in the status screen, shops, etc.
Fixing some issues and implementing adjustments related to the mini map.
Adjustments to Pawns’ behavior and dialogue.
Fixing issues where sometimes escort quests are considered failed when accessing Character Edit or other specific situations.
Fixing issues where the player could be jailed when fighting monsters in town.
Fixing some crashes and freezes in specific circumstances.
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Set forth on your grand adventure, Arisen!Dragon’s Dogma is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG series that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more. Now, in this long-awaited sequel, the deep, explorable fantasy world of Dragon’s Dogma 2 awaits.On your journey, you’ll be joined by Pawns, mysterious otherworldly beings, in an adventure so unique you will feel as if accompanied by other players while on your own adventure.All of these elements are elevated further through physics technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and the latest in graphics, to create a truly immersive fantasy world in Dragon’s Dogma 2.
