Dragon's Dogma 2

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Mixed

Total: 71.1 ThousandPositive: 43.7 ThousandNegative: 27.4 Thousand
61%
39%
Steam review score: 5
AI Community game rating

63.32 %

Dragon's Dogma 2 is placed at number 20 under 20 analysed games!
AI Community toxicity rating

17.84 %

The Community toxicity rating was calculated by evaluating the most 1608 impactful steam game reviews
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Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a narrative-driven action RPG that immerses players in a vast, explorable fantasy world. With an AI Community Rating of 63.52%, the game offers a unique single-player experience where you customize your Arisen, choose your vocation, and build a party of Pawns—mysterious allies that add depth to your journey. The game shines in its combat system, allowing players to wield swords, bows, and magick creatively, while its stunning graphics and physics technology bring the world to life. Fans praise the game’s exploration, fun combat, and unique gameplay, calling it a great choice for RPG enthusiasts. However, the community highlights some drawbacks, including repetitive enemy encounters, performance issues, and a lack of endgame content. Players also criticize the inclusion of microtransactions in a full-priced single-player game. Despite these flaws, Dragon’s Dogma 2 delivers an engaging adventure for those who enjoy immersive worlds and creative combat. If you’re seeking a visually stunning RPG with deep customization but can overlook some technical shortcomings, this game might be worth your time.

History

35 events
27 NewsEvent5 GameSalesEvent1 GameReleaseEvent1 BroadcastEvent1 MajorUpdateEvent
  • July 30, 2025
    about 1 month since last event
    Today
  • June 27, 2025
    21 days after previous event
    Capcom Summer Sale! Get up to 87% off on popular titles!
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    85%
    Toxicity before
    19.15 %
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    24.1 %
  • June 06, 2025
    about 1 month after previous event
    Huge sale in this publisher sale! Get up to 87% off on popular titles!
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    20
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    Toxicity before
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  • April 24, 2025
    15 days after previous event
    Spend Golden Week with Capcom’s hottest titles!
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    28
    Voting score
    85%
    Toxicity before
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  • April 09, 2025
    2 months after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    2906
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    633
    Voting score
    82%
    Toxicity before
    19.17 %
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    24.47 %
  • January 29, 2025
    about 2 months after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    4305
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    392
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    15.23 %
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    18.33 %
  • December 14, 2024
    15 days after previous event
    Capcom The Game Award Sale Now Live
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    284
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    53
    Voting score
    84%
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    11.22 %
  • November 29, 2024
    8 days after previous event
    Set forth, Arisen, and cast your vote for the Steam Awards 2024 nominees
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    2044
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    337
    Voting score
    86%
    Toxicity before
    14.77 %
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    17.9 %
  • November 21, 2024
    21 days after previous event
    Dragon's Dogma 2 Original Soundtrack Available Nov 21, 2024!!
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    Upvotes
    1243
    Downvotes
    414
    Voting score
    75%
    Toxicity before
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  • October 31, 2024
    14 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    2736
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    281
    Voting score
    91%
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    15.29 %
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  • October 17, 2024
    13 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    2315
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    296
    Voting score
    89%
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    15.13 %
  • October 04, 2024
    16 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    2830
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    234
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    17.44 %
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    15.7 %
  • September 18, 2024
    1 day after previous event
    New update for Dragon's Dogma 2 and on sale now!
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    Upvotes
    890
    Downvotes
    110
    Voting score
    89%
    Toxicity before
    16.83 %
    Toxicity after
    17.61 %
  • September 17, 2024
    2 months after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    MajorUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    8882
    Downvotes
    356
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    17.36 %
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    17.66 %
  • July 12, 2024
    14 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    2843
    Downvotes
    625
    Voting score
    82%
    Toxicity before
    17.45 %
    Toxicity after
    19.49 %
  • June 28, 2024
    1 day after previous event
    In time for the first ever sale! Two Hours of Playtime, Free for a Limited Time!
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    Upvotes
    2223
    Downvotes
    469
    Voting score
    83%
    Toxicity before
    13.92 %
    Toxicity after
    18.0 %
  • June 27, 2024
    27 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    5363
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    258
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    16.14 %
    Toxicity after
    17.3 %
  • May 31, 2024
    16 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    4905
    Downvotes
    590
    Voting score
    89%
    Toxicity before
    17.13 %
    Toxicity after
    19.19 %
  • May 15, 2024
    20 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    3395
    Downvotes
    1199
    Voting score
    74%
    Toxicity before
    14.25 %
    Toxicity after
    15.8 %
  • April 25, 2024
    16 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    8610
    Downvotes
    981
    Voting score
    90%
    Toxicity before
    17.13 %
    Toxicity after
    15.85 %
  • April 09, 2024
    11 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    6010
    Downvotes
    1383
    Voting score
    81%
    Toxicity before
    17.88 %
    Toxicity after
    16.6 %
  • March 29, 2024
    3 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam - Title Update
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    Upvotes
    15756
    Downvotes
    1489
    Voting score
    91%
    Toxicity before
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    17.26 %
  • March 26, 2024
    4 days after previous event
    To all Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam
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    Upvotes
    9824
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    1316
    Voting score
    88%
    Toxicity before
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    17.07 %
  • March 22, 2024
    about 7 hours after previous event
    To Dragon's Dogma 2 players on Steam
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    Upvotes
    15051
    Downvotes
    6944
    Voting score
    68%
    Toxicity before
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    Toxicity after
    18.82 %
  • March 22, 2024
    1 day after previous event
    Dragon's Dogma 2 now available
    Event
    GameReleaseEvent
    Upvotes
    1650
    Downvotes
    778
    Voting score
    68%
    Toxicity before
    41.67 %
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    18.82 %
  • March 21, 2024
    about 1 hour after previous event
    The launch of Dragon's Dogma 2 is almost here!
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    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    6582
    Downvotes
    719
    Voting score
    90%
    Toxicity before
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    19.25 %
  • March 21, 2024
    6 days after previous event
    Game was released
  • March 15, 2024
    7 days after previous event
    Welcome to Dragon's Dogma 2 - Presented by Ian McShane
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    Upvotes
    2538
    Downvotes
    206
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
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    19.57 %
  • March 08, 2024
    about 18 hours after previous event
    Download the free Character Creator & Storage today and get ready for launch!
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    Upvotes
    1636
    Downvotes
    176
    Voting score
    90%
    Toxicity before
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    31.88 %
  • March 07, 2024
    3 months after previous event
    Don't miss Dragon's Dogma 2 news and more in the Capcom Highlights event on 3/7!
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    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    725
    Downvotes
    104
    Voting score
    87%
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  • November 29, 2023
    7 days after previous event
    Pre-order Dragon's Dogma 2 now ahead of its release on March 22nd, 2024!
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    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    1024
    Downvotes
    136
    Voting score
    88%
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  • November 22, 2023
    5 days after previous event
    Dragon's Dogma 2 Showcase 2023 streams Tuesday November 28th at 1pm PST/9pm GMT!
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    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    527
    Downvotes
    60
    Voting score
    90%
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  • November 17, 2023
    about 2 months after previous event
    Dragon’s Dogma 2 Showcase 2023
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    Upvotes
    933
    Downvotes
    69
    Voting score
    93%
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  • September 22, 2023
    7 days after previous event
    TGS 2023
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    Upvotes
    514
    Downvotes
    50
    Voting score
    91%
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  • September 15, 2023
    3 months after previous event
    [Sep. 21st 2PM UTC] TGS 2023 Capcom Online Special Program
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    Upvotes
    393
    Downvotes
    41
    Voting score
    91%
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  • June 13, 2023
    4 days after previous event
    Set forth on your grand adventure, Arisen! Capcom Showcase showing more details!
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    Upvotes
    432
    Downvotes
    28
    Voting score
    94%
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  • June 09, 2023
    40th Anniversary! Capcom Showcase on Jun. 12th.
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    Upvotes
    256
    Downvotes
    27
    Voting score
    90%
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What the community wishes

Lack of enemy variety
Players report fighting the same 4-5 enemy types throughout the game, leading to repetitive encounters. Suggestions include adding more unique enemies and movesets to enhance combat diversity.
Incomplete story and quests
The game lacks a substantial main story and middle section, with a beginning and end but no depth in between. Players suggest adding more quests and narrative content to fill the gaps.
Save file corruption issue
Save files can corrupt after many hours of play, leading to lost progress. Players recommend allowing multiple save files to mitigate this risk.
Poor optimization and performance
The game suffers from severe performance issues, especially in cities, with low FPS and stuttering. Players urge Capcom to release a performance patch to address these problems.
Microtransactions in single-player game
Players criticize the inclusion of microtransactions in a full-priced single-player game, particularly for features like character appearance changes. Suggestions include removing or making these features free.
Single save file limitation
The game restricts players to one save file, preventing multiple playthroughs or character experiments. Players request the ability to create multiple saves or characters.
Tedious fast travel system
The fast travel system becomes tedious over time, especially when revisiting the same areas repeatedly. Players suggest improving or expanding fast travel options.
Lack of endgame content
The endgame falls flat compared to the first game, with little to do after completing the main story. Players recommend adding more endgame activities or challenges.
Unbalanced loot system
The loot system is criticized for being unrewarding, with most good items found in shops rather than through exploration. Players suggest rebalancing loot drops to make exploration more rewarding.
Denuvo causing performance issues
Denuvo anti-tamper protection causes performance issues and locks players out of the game when testing compatibility. Players recommend removing Denuvo to improve performance and accessibility.
Limited skill slots
Players find the limited skill slots restrictive, leading to repetitive combat. Suggestions include increasing the number of skill slots or allowing more customization.
No NG+ enhancements
New Game Plus lacks added difficulty, new enemies, or meaningful rewards, making it feel like an afterthought. Players suggest enhancing NG+ with new challenges and content.
Poor CPU optimization
The game is heavily CPU-bound, with poor utilization of hardware resources. Players recommend optimizing CPU usage, especially in crowded areas like cities.
Lack of replayability
The game lacks replayability due to limited NG+ features and no hardcore or time trial modes. Players suggest adding more replayable content and modes.
Forced single-character playthrough
Players are frustrated by the inability to create multiple characters or start new playthroughs without deleting their save. Suggestions include allowing multiple characters or playthroughs.
Unrewarding exploration
Exploration feels unrewarding due to repetitive encounters and lack of unique loot. Players suggest adding more variety and rewards to exploration.
Lack of innovation
The game fails to innovate beyond its predecessor, with few new features or improvements. Players recommend adding more innovative gameplay mechanics or content.
Poor story pacing
The story feels rushed, with major plot points resolved too quickly. Players suggest improving story pacing and exploring more interesting narrative elements.
Unbalanced difficulty
The game is criticized for being too easy, with no challenging content. Players recommend adding difficulty options or harder enemies.
Lack of customization options
Players feel the game lacks customization options for characters, armor, and skills. Suggestions include adding more customization features to enhance player choice.

Reviews

Toxicity trend

N-Grams

story is notgood game underneathsingle save filelack of enemysame 4-5 enemylack of questsnot a capcomenjoyed it itsgame play isabuse of fetchcommon issue dontgame issues arefun and Iperformance is terriblecombat is goodsave file corruptedperformance is playableterrible story andno performance patchno main story

Keywords

What the community loves
fun
98
combat
91
exploration
46
great
23
good
22
gameplay
22
recommend
21
unique
20
story
20
beautiful
19
adventure
17
better
17
amazing
16
enjoyable
15
enjoyed
15
Where the community is undecided
story
37
performance
32
DLC
28
sale
26
combat
20
microtransactions
18
sequel
16
Capcom
15
game
14
fix
14
quests
14
update
14
exploration
13
pawn
11
patch
10
What the community dislikes
performance
74
story
39
optimization
34
issues
29
microtransactions
25
repetitive
25
boring
19
disappointed
18
crashes
18
disappointing
17
variety
17
bad
15
price
14
disappointment
13
annoying
13

Whats the data quality we are looking at

Persons who wrote a Dragon's Dogma 2 review on Steam have:

written on average 18.77 gaming reviews in total
own an average of 119.39 steam games
have an average playtime of 32.92 hours on submitting the review

While looking at 1630 reviews we have sorted them into following categories:

1315x
Gameplay & Mechanics Feedback
  • Praise for core mechanics, combat, movement, level design, controls.
  • Criticism of mechanics, AI, movement, balance, or game feel.
  • Complaints or praise about difficulty, lack of challenge, or poor scaling.
  • Game is too short, too long, repetitive, or lacks replayability.
  • Feedback on slow or rushed pacing.
  • Praise or criticism of tutorial or onboarding.
738x
Performance & Technical Issues
  • FPS drops, lag, stuttering, long load times.
  • Crashes, corrupted saves, softlocks, major blockers.
  • Small bugs (visual glitches, physics issues, pop-ins).
  • Online or matchmaking issues, disconnections.
  • Poor performance despite good hardware.
  • Not working on specific GPUs, CPUs, or OS versions.
79x
User Experience, UI, and Accessibility
  • Praise or complaints about responsiveness, keybinding, controller support.
  • Menus, HUD, inventory management, readability.
  • Colorblind modes, subtitle issues, difficulty options.
  • Poor translations, missing subtitles, regional content.
741x
Story & Narrative
  • Praise for writing, dialogue, characters, world-building.
  • Criticism of pacing, writing, characters.
  • Contains major plot spoilers.
8x
Multiplayer & Community Feedback
  • Co-op, PvP, social features, matchmaking quality.
  • Cheating, griefing, harassment, toxic behavior.
560x
Monetization & Business Model
  • Microtransactions, loot boxes, paywalls.
  • Praise or criticism of expansions or season passes.
  • Is the game worth the price? Good/bad value.
101x
Feature Requests & Suggestions
  • Suggestions for new modes, characters, weapons, maps.
  • Suggestions for UI improvements, better customization, settings tweaks.
153x
Developer Engagement & Support
  • Praise or criticism of dev responsiveness, patches, communication.
  • Feedback on progress, roadmap, or missing features in early access.
50x
Trash Reviews
  • Random, spam-like, or nonsensical; no meaningful feedback.
  • Not related to the game.
  • Pure jokes, memes, or ASCII art with no substantive feedback.
  • Hateful, harassing, or explicit language.

In-depth analysis of most impactful community reviews

Positive

I've tried to figure out if this game was a disappointment or not since it came out. A few people I know are pretty firmly in the camp of "yes it is" but I'm quite a bit more torn. In most respects, it is exactly what I expected from a sequel to Dragon's Dogma. The enemy variety is a bit better, the classes are interesting, the pawns are actually less annoying if you can believe that (they are still so annoying though) but is this really enough? I'm not sure, In my country of Canada the game is ninety five dollars. the game is $95. This videogame is five dollars short from being one hundred dollars. and on release I paid that (I didnt feel that bad because I had just gotten my tax refund, but still) Is it worth that? I dont think so. But did I enjoy this game? Yes, quite a lot. Is it repetitive? Yeah, it is, but having just replayed the first game, I felt massive improvements in nearly every single way. The combat is better, the variety of enemies is better, the skills are more interesting. The end game fell short. Its like a reverse Dragon's Dogma. The first game was just OK until the endgame where it becomes something much more, this game is good until the endgame where it falls flat and becomes less. I think this game did disappoint me. But only after 48 hours of playing it. I think thats a lot of value to get out of a game. But its still a bit of a sour aftertaste.

  • Sentiments

    • I am torn about whether this game is a disappointment or not, as some people I know firmly believe it is, but I am not entirely convinced.
    • The game is exactly what I expected from a sequel to Dragon's Dogma, with improvements in enemy variety and interesting classes.
    • The pawns are less annoying compared to the first game, but they are still quite annoying.
    • I am unsure if the improvements are enough to justify the high price of $95 in Canada, which feels steep for the value provided.
    • Despite the high price, I enjoyed the game quite a lot and found it to be a significant improvement over the first game in many aspects.
    • The game is repetitive, but I noticed massive improvements in combat, enemy variety, and skills compared to the first game.
    • The endgame fell short and was disappointing, which is a reverse of the first game where the endgame was the highlight.
    • I think the game did disappoint me, but only after spending 48 hours playing it, which I consider a lot of value for a game.
    • Despite the enjoyment and improvements, there is still a bit of a sour aftertaste due to the endgame and the high price.
    • I paid $95 on release and didn't feel too bad because I had just received my tax refund, but I still question if the game is worth that price.

Positive

They finally did it. It took them 6 months but the game finally runs well. After the latest update my fps at the very least doubled in populated cities

  • Sentiments

    • I feel relieved and satisfied that the game finally runs well after 6 months of waiting.
    • I am impressed that the latest update significantly improved the game's performance.
    • I noticed a substantial increase in fps, especially in populated cities, which makes the game much smoother.
    • I appreciate the developers' efforts to address performance issues over time.
    • I am happy that the game is now more enjoyable due to the improved frame rates.

Positive

This game is an oddity. Most open world RPGs have really good stories but big empty worlds. This is the opposite. The story is fine, nothing special but the world itself is one of the most immersive RPG settings I've ever experienced and there honestly is something around every corner (although enemy types do repeat quickly). Main negative - this game is poorly optimized so you do need a beefy rig. But if you have one - grab an ale and have good time

  • Sentiments

    • I find this game to be an oddity compared to most open world RPGs, which sets it apart in an interesting way.
    • I think the story is fine but nothing special, which makes it somewhat average in terms of narrative.
    • I believe the world is one of the most immersive RPG settings I've ever experienced, which is highly impressive.
    • I notice there is something around every corner in the game world, making exploration very rewarding.
    • I observe that enemy types repeat quickly, which can make combat feel repetitive.
    • I feel the game is poorly optimized, requiring a powerful PC to run smoothly, which is a significant drawback.
    • I recommend grabbing an ale and having a good time if you have a capable rig, suggesting the experience is enjoyable under the right conditions.

Positive

I haven't played DD1 and went into this blind. Was a bit sceptical at first since most reviewers said it was lacking in story or enemy variety etc. But this game honestly blew me away. The story elements are allright, if not just an excuse to get you there and explore. Because that's what this game is all about; exploring and monster slaying at mach speed. It's also nice to come back to town just to relax and do some light fetch or delivery quests. The environments are handcrafted to perfection and it's many inhabitants make this world come alive. I have to keep reminding myself to stop exploring after a while because my health goes lower and supplies are running thin. You almost never end up just going from A to B when on a quest. Exploring almost always rewards you in some way. Highly addictive! Don't go into this expecting BG3 levels of campaign. Instead enjoy the ride. Go wherever you heart takes you, because fun is guaranteed to be had just around the next corner!

  • Sentiments

    • I was initially sceptical about the game due to reviewers mentioning it lacked story and enemy variety, but it ended up blowing me away.
    • The story elements are all right, serving more as an excuse to explore and engage in the game's core activities.
    • The game is all about exploring and monster slaying at high speed, which I found highly enjoyable.
    • Returning to town to relax and complete light fetch or delivery quests adds a nice balance to the gameplay.
    • The environments are handcrafted to perfection, making the world feel alive and immersive.
    • I often find myself exploring so much that I have to remind myself to stop due to low health and supplies.
    • Exploring almost always rewards you in some way, making it highly addictive and engaging.
    • The game doesn't offer a campaign on the level of BG3, but it's still an enjoyable experience if you focus on the journey.
    • The freedom to go wherever your heart takes you ensures that fun is always just around the next corner.
    • The game's inhabitants and world design make the experience feel vibrant and dynamic.

Positive

"It would be funny if itsunos's last game before quitting was a giant 'F**k you' to Capcom that nobody picked up on" - cameron, punkduck's friend Now i understand why half of the game feels exactly the same to the first game, what an astonishing meta story by Hideaki Itsuno he is always 2 step ahead of all of us BRAVO and thank you to punkduck for enlightened me

  • Sentiments

    • I find it amusing and clever that Hideaki Itsuno's last game could be interpreted as a subtle critique or 'F**k you' to Capcom, which many might not have noticed.
    • I appreciate the meta-storytelling in the game, as it feels like Hideaki Itsuno is always two steps ahead of the audience, showcasing his brilliance.
    • I feel enlightened and grateful to punkduck for helping me understand the deeper meaning behind the game's design and narrative.
    • I notice that half of the game feels very similar to the first game, which could be seen as repetitive or uninspired, but it might also be intentional for the meta-story.
    • I admire Hideaki Itsuno's ability to craft a narrative that feels both familiar and astonishingly innovative, leaving me in awe of his creativity.

Negative

It was fun, and I enjoyed it (its impossible not to). But as someone who waited ages for a DD1 sequel that was "finally given the time and budget to feel complete", this game wasn't it. I can sum up my disappointment with the fact that you spend the entire game fighting the same 4-5 enemy types that you spent the whole game fighting in DD1. Goblins, Saurians, harpies, wolves, and humans make up 99% of all normal encounters. DD2 has almost all of the problems that 1 had, and more, all while feeling even more incomplete due to a lack of quests and basically no main story. It has a beginning and an end with no middle. Bigger world, better open world mechanics, not nearly enough content to go in it. This was not the showing that we should expect from a company like Capcom in this day and age. I will never understand how companies keep making games based around combat, and then include so few enemies. All this time and almost nothing new aside from a few bosses. I've seen so many people defend the lack of enemies, as if adding an enemy or a unique moveset is the most impossible task in the world. This is not an indie game. This isn't even a new series. When you're in a "climactic" fight with a rival you've been building up, you don't just make them the same human enemy you've fought 800 times. You can't just model swap the same Saurian 4 times and call it content. I hate that so many players give these things a pass. I enjoyed the game, but I just can't recommend it given the context, especially at this price.

  • Sentiments

    • I found the game fun and enjoyable, as it was impossible not to have a good time playing it.
    • I was deeply disappointed with the game, especially after waiting so long for a sequel that was supposed to feel complete.
    • I felt let down by the lack of enemy variety, as the game mostly reuses the same 4-5 enemy types from the first game.
    • I was frustrated that the game had almost all the problems of the first game, and even more issues, making it feel incomplete.
    • I was dissatisfied with the lack of quests and the absence of a main story, which made the game feel like it had a beginning and an end but no middle.
    • I appreciated the bigger world and better open-world mechanics, but felt there wasn't nearly enough content to justify it.
    • I was critical of Capcom, as I expected more from a company of their caliber in this day and age.
    • I was annoyed by the lack of new enemies and unique movesets, especially since this is not an indie game or a new series.
    • I was frustrated by the lack of creativity in enemy design, such as reusing the same human enemy model for climactic fights.
    • I enjoyed the game overall but cannot recommend it, especially at its current price, due to its shortcomings.

Negative

save file corrupted after 90 hours, lost all progress. seems to be a common issue. dont limit players to one save file if save files can be bricked at any time

  • Sentiments

    • I am extremely frustrated and disappointed because my save file got corrupted after 90 hours of gameplay, causing me to lose all my progress.
    • I feel let down by the game's design, as it seems to be a common issue that save files can become corrupted.
    • I believe the game should not limit players to just one save file, especially when there is a risk of save files being bricked at any time.

Negative

They have yet to optimize the game, but it's on sale already. BTW don't let the 2 hours trial fool you, the core game issues are not noticeable during the first couple hours (Such as an excess of trash mobs, lack of enemy variety, abuse of fetch quests, terrible story and a rushed latter half of the game, etc...) and will not only serve as bait but also count as total played time in case you get the game and decide to refund later on. So basically if you use the entire time of the trial and decide to get the game, chances are you won't be able to refund it even if you don't play it after the purchase. It is sad to say but this was one of my most anticipated games of my entire life, I loved the first one for what it was and the unrealized potential. But also one of my biggest disappointments, seeing how all that unrealized potential of the previous title is nowhere to be seen here. It baffles me what Capcom has done here, but hey, another great example of not taking anything from granted no matter how good a company is.

  • Sentiments

    • I feel disappointed that the game has not been optimized yet, despite being on sale already.
    • I am frustrated that the 2-hour trial does not reveal the core issues of the game, such as excessive trash mobs, lack of enemy variety, and abuse of fetch quests.
    • I feel misled by the trial, as it counts toward total playtime, making it difficult to refund the game after purchase.
    • I am saddened that this game, which I was highly anticipating, turned out to be one of my biggest disappointments.
    • I loved the first game for what it was and its unrealized potential, but I feel that potential is completely absent in this sequel.
    • I am baffled by Capcom's decisions with this game, as it fails to live up to expectations despite the company's reputation.
    • I feel that the game's story is terrible and the latter half feels rushed, which adds to my disappointment.
    • I believe this game serves as a reminder not to take a company's quality for granted, no matter how good their previous work was.
    • I feel that the trial period is designed to bait players into purchasing the game without fully understanding its flaws.
    • I am disappointed that the game does not address the unrealized potential of its predecessor, which I had hoped to see realized here.

Negative

My god it's been months since the release, and there's still no performance patch. I feel like this is not a capcom game holy s. This is where I learn my lesson not to buy preorders.

  • Sentiments

    • I feel extremely disappointed that months after the game's release, there is still no performance patch available.
    • I am frustrated because the lack of updates makes it feel like this is not a Capcom game, which I expected to be of higher quality.
    • I regret preordering the game and feel like I have learned a lesson to avoid preorders in the future.

Negative

Was putting together a compatibility guide for playing the game under Linux/Steam Deck which required me to use various Proton versions. Apparently each of these counted as an individual PC and triggered the Denuvo tamper protection. Now I can't play at all on any of my systems for the crime of trying to help more users enjoy the game. Edit: I've since resolved my issue (via a refund) to find that performance is playable but very poor on Windows with a RTX 3090 backed by a Ryzen 5600. Mid 30s to 40s when human NPCs are nearby in numbers greater than 3. Absolutely do not bother if your specs are even a step worse than mine. Good game underneath the rot, for what it matters.

  • Sentiments

    • I am frustrated and disappointed because my attempts to help others enjoy the game by creating a compatibility guide for Linux/Steam Deck led to Denuvo tamper protection locking me out of the game on all my systems.
    • I feel relieved and satisfied that I was able to resolve the issue by getting a refund, but it came at the cost of not being able to play the game anymore.
    • I am disappointed with the game's performance on Windows, as it runs poorly even on high-end hardware like an RTX 3090 and Ryzen 5600, with frame rates dropping to the mid-30s to 40s when multiple NPCs are present.
    • I strongly advise against purchasing the game if your hardware is even slightly worse than mine, as the performance issues make it unenjoyable.
    • I acknowledge that there is a good game underneath the technical issues, but the problems overshadow its potential.
    • I feel frustrated that Denuvo's tamper protection system penalized me for legitimate testing and troubleshooting efforts, which were meant to benefit the community.
    • I am critical of the game's optimization, as it fails to deliver acceptable performance on high-end systems, which is unacceptable for a modern title.
    • I appreciate the core gameplay and believe the game has potential, but the technical flaws and DRM issues significantly detract from the experience.
    • I feel let down by the developers for not addressing the performance issues and for implementing a DRM system that punishes legitimate users.
    • I am conflicted because, while I see the game's potential, the technical problems and restrictive DRM make it hard to recommend or enjoy.

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