Dragon’s Dogma II: Dark Arisen announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC

Capcom has announced Dragon’s Dogma II: Dark Arisen for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC (Steam). It will launch on October 9.

Dragon’s Dogma II: Dark Arisen will include the base game and “Dark Arisen” expansion. The expansion will also be available as downloadable content for the existing PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC versions of Dragon’s Dogma II.

Here are the first details, via Capcom:

Dragon’s Dogma II: Dark Arisen enriches the dynamic fantasy world and expansive adventures of Dragon’s Dogma II with unforgettable new tales and thrilling encounters, while bringing the pulse-pounding action game to Nintendo Switch 2 for the first time. Dragon’s Dogma II: Dark Arisen releases for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam on October 9, 2026. The “Dark Arisen” expansion will also be available separately as downloadable content for the base game on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

The “Dark Arisen” expansion summons the Arisen to the long-abandoned Northern region of Norgan, where they must join forces with the enigmatic Eir to unravel the secrets of the undying Fallen Dragon. Throughout their journey, the Arisen must unearth and appraise forgotten relics to unlock powerful new weapons and skills. The expansion also introduces 12 Lost Rites Dungeon Challenges. These freshly uncovered dungeons house trials designed by the Pathfinder to sharpen the Arisen’s skills and recover rare equipment once held by past Arisen that now lay dormant. Arisen looking to tailor their appearance will also gain access to new options added to the robust Character Creator, including new hairstyles and tattoos.

In the lead up to the “Dark Arisen” expansion, there will be two major updates to enhance the gameplay experience of the base game. The June 9 update makes fast travel more accessible with the addition of the reusable Eternal Ferrystone alongside other quality-of-life adjustments for various parts of gameplay. The second update coming at the end of August brings improved frame rates, additional save slots, and further refinements to the quality-of-life adjustments made in June.

Watch the announcement trailer below. Visit the official website here: English / Japanese.

Announce Trailer

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