Capcom’s Dragon’s Dogma, a cult classic that took the gaming world by storm over a decade ago, has left fans eagerly anticipating its sequel. Though the wait has been long, the recent revelations from Capcom might just make it worth our while.
During a recent interview with Video Games Chronicle, game director Hideaki Itsuno and producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi shed some light on the upcoming fantasy RPG. According to them, the delay wasn’t due to a single reason but a culmination of factors. Itsuno’s availability was one of the significant factors.
Without him at the helm, the sequel couldn’t spread its wings. The success of the original game meant that Itsuno was swamped with other projects, leaving little room for Dragon’s Dogma 2. It was only years later that the stars aligned, giving Capcom the perfect opportunity to work on the sequel.
Interestingly, Itsuno drew inspiration from an unlikely source for Dragon’s Dogma 2: GTA V. He admired the game’s ability to create a living, breathing world where NPCs seemed to have lives independent of the player. This “living world” concept was something Itsuno wanted to incorporate into Dragon’s Dogma 2, making the game feel more alive and organic.
Another notable enhancement is the game’s pawns. Remember the pawns from the original game? Well, they’re back and more talkative than ever. Based on player feedback, Capcom decided to make the pawns more interactive, allowing them to engage in conversations with the Arisen and each other. This change aims to make the gaming experience more immersive and dynamic.
Released in 2012, Dragon’s Dogma is set in an open-world fantasy environment. The RPG hack and slash begins with the protagonist’s village being attacked by a mysterious dragon. During the confrontation, the dragon steals the protagonist’s heart, rendering them “Arisen.” As the Arisen, the player embarks on a quest to reclaim their heart and unravel the mystery behind the dragon’s actions.
Throughout their journey, players can recruit “Pawns,” which are humanoid companions that assist in battles and exploration. These Pawns can be shared online, and players can use Pawns created by other players to aid them in their quest.
The game also features a dynamic day-night cycle, with different monsters appearing based on the time of day. Combat is a significant aspect of the game, with players being able to climb onto larger monsters to target specific body parts. The player can choose between various vocations (classes) such as Fighter, Mage, and Strider, each offering a unique set of skills and gameplay mechanics.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 will be designed exclusively for the current generation of consoles, ensuring that players get the best possible gaming experience. Itsuno and Hirabayashi have emphasized that the game is built from the ground up to maximize its quality on platforms like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
As of writing, there is no information on a release date for Dragon’s Dogma 2.
