Capcom simply introduced its newest Dragon’s Dogma 2 Showcase to an in depth, however it nonetheless made positive to point out off towering new enemies like Talos, a brand new vocation within the type of the Trickster, and extra immersive RPG gameplay.
It was a brief presentation that had its present stolen virtually instantly when Capcom started to introduce fearsome foes like Talos, an enormous statue able to destroying its surrounding surroundings. It seems gamers can take Talos out by climbing round its physique and hanging weak factors Shadow of the Colossus-style.
Talos is proof that Dragon’s Dogma 2 is bringing a big scale to the sequence, however that’s not the one factor that’s new. While the world could seem just like the unique journey, Producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi says the sequel’s story takes place in “a parallel world.” As the Arisen, gamers will discover themselves caught between the battle of two kingdoms: Vermund and Battahl.
Meanwhile, Dragon’s Dogma 2 Director Hideaki Itsuno launched us to one of many many quests we’ll encounter. This particular tour follows the participant character as they work with and befriend Elven siblings.
This part of the showcase was used to point out off the Elven settlement referred to as the Sacred Arbor. Here, the Arisen would possibly encounter NPCs that talk their very own language that requires translation to grasp. If the participant has a Pawn close by who understands Elvish, they may have the ability to robotically translate it.
“These Specializations that Pawns can purchase will make every of them extra distinctive,” Itsuno stated, “and hopefully extra satisfying to journey with.”
Dragon’s Dogma 2 launch date revealed
Other new options highlighted within the Dragon’s Dogma 2 Showcase embody first appears to be like at a extra strong character creator and the brand new Trickster Vocation. The latter permits gamers to combat with foggy illusions whereas offering buffs for Pawns. Itsuno says that this fashion of fight was made for individuals who want to do their combating from the sidelines.
Finally, Capcom confirmed that Dragon’s Dogma 2 launches for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X | S on March 22, 2024. Of course, we already knew that due to a leak from earlier right this moment.
Preorders open right this moment, and there are a number of choices and goodies for patrons to select from. In addition to the Standard Edition, gamers could have the choice to select up a Deluxe model of Dragon’s Dogma 2 that bundles the bottom sport with 1500 Rift Crystals, the Dragon’s Dogma Music & Sound Collection, an Explorer’s Camping Kit, and 6 different helpful objects.
Those who preorder the usual version shall be granted entry to the Superior Weapons set, which incorporates some shiny instruments for the 4 beginning Vocations. Preorders for the Deluxe Edition, in the meantime, include the Standard bonuses in addition to the Ring of Assurance.
For extra on Dragon’s Dogma 2, remember to try our hands-on preview, the place we got here away saying, “If there’s one consolation that I can have as a fan of Dragon’s Dogma, it’s that Dragon’s Dogma 2 will supply up extra of what I beloved about that first sport, and that lots of these minor components have been improved upon.”
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