Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, which adds a new story and experience to Dragon's Dogma 2, will be released on Friday, October 9, 2026! An announcement trailer has been released and pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 version are now available.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen" will be released on October 9, 2026! A major update for "Dragon's Dogma 2" will also be available.
Dragon's Dogma 2", the adventure in the world of the royal fantasy, will be released as " Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen " with new elements! The release date has been announced and an announcement trailer has been released.
For the first time, the game will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 as "Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen," which combines the main story and new elements into one game. For existing hardware, such as PlayStation 5, the game will be available as an expansion DLC.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen" will be available on PlayStation 5 and other existing hardware! A one-of-a-kind adventure with your travel companions = pawns!
Dragon's Dogma 2" is a single player open world action game. Embark on a one-of-a-kind adventure with your fellow travelers=pawns.
PR TIMESThe story takes place in the Kingdom of Man and the Land of Beastmen. In between the two kingdoms' agendas and customs, the main character remembers his mission to accomplish.
PR TIMESAlong the journey, there is one main pawn who is always on the move with you. In addition, two support pawns borrowed from other players via the network can be added to form a party of up to four people.
PR TIMESUse your sword, bow, and spells to slay the dragon and ascend to the throne!
"Dragon's Dogma 2" major updates will be released sequentially!
Prior to the release of "Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen," a series of major updates for "Dragon's Dogma 2" will be released for existing hardware. The distribution schedule for the updates is as follows
- First update: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
- Second update: Scheduled for the end of August 2026
Expansion DLC! The Arctic land of "Norgan" and 12 types of dungeons!
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Expansion" is a new DLC that includes three new contents that will allow you to enjoy adventures you've never seen before.
New areas! New story content
The new adventure takes place in the abandoned "Norgan," the "Land of the Ruined King." The story set in this land is the most voluminous of all the additional content.
Arctic land of "Norgan
Norgan is a land in the far north that once flourished as a territory of a kingdom, but was abandoned for a reason. It is said that hostile barbarians and powerful demons beyond human understanding lurk there. In this dangerous, silver-white world, the protagonists and their companions, together with the dragon chaser "Eir," will pursue the mystery behind the immortal dragon.
The "relics of war," powerful weapons
In the land of adventure, there are " relics " that have hidden power. By taking the relics back to your base and having them appraised, their offensive and defensive abilities will be revealed! Collecting superior weapons will give you an advantage in battle.
Challenge 12 different types of dungeons! Challenge contents in the main area
One of the new elements is the "Forgotten Test", a challenge of 12 different dungeons added to the main area.
PR TIMESAt the far end of the dungeon, rare equipment that has been acquired by previous generations of awakeners is left behind. Challenge the unexplored areas and hone your fighting skills!
New forms for the awakeners and pawns! New variations added to character editing!
New elements add new variations of hairstyles and tattoos to character creation. It is now possible to express the individuality of the awakeners and pawns with more attention to detail than ever before! Let's set off on an adventure in an exciting fantasy world with a new look.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen" is now available for pre-order! Dragon's Dogma 2 will also be reduced in price!
Three new elements will be included in "Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen" and will also be available as DLC expansions for the main game. If you already own "Dragon's Dogma 2," you can play the additional content by purchasing the "Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Expansion" DLC expansion.
Pre-order and early purchase benefits
Pre-order the downloadable version or purchase the packaged version early to receive the "Norgan Dressing Set" as a bonus.
Price
"Dragon's Dogma 2" will be available at a reduced price starting Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 9:00 am. The respective prices are as follows
- "Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen": 5,990 yen (tax included)
- "Dragon's Dogma 2": 4,990 yen (including tax) *after price reduction
- "Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Expansion" (expansion DLC): 2,990 yen (including tax)
Pre-orders for the downloadable version of "Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen" for Nintendo Switch 2 will begin on Wednesday, June 10, 2026! Pre-orders can be made through the Nintendo Store.
Pre-orders for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam expansion DLC will begin around the end of June. The game is scheduled for release on Friday, October 9, 2026. For more information on this title, please visit the official "Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen" website. For more information, check out the official Dragon's Dogma X (@DD_CAPCOM )!
| Title Summary | |
|---|---|
| Title Name | Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen |
| Compatibility | Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam |
| Suggested Retail Price | Package version: 5,990 yen (including tax) *Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 only Download version: 5,990 yen (including tax) |
| Release date | October 9, 2026 (Friday) |