Okay, Arisen, grab your lantern and check your pack. Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Expansion is almost here, and you do not need a long winded video to understand what is coming. Here is the quick read on when it launches, which version to buy, and what your machine needs to run it.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Release Date and Global Launch Times
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen releases globally on October 9, 2026. It is coming to PC through Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. Regional unlock times can get confusing, so use this table.
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US Pacific Time (PDT) |
October 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM |
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US Eastern Time (EDT) |
October 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM |
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UK (BST) |
October 9, 2026 at 1:00 AM |
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France / Germany / Spain (CEST) |
October 9, 2026 at 2:00 AM |
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Singapore (SGT) / Hong Kong (HKT) |
October 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM |
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Japan (JST) |
October 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM |
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Edition Comparison and Price
There are two ways to buy Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen. One is for returning players. The other is for anyone who has not stepped into Dragon's Dogma 2 yet.
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Edition |
Price |
What You Get |
Who It's For |
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Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Expansion (Standalone DLC) |
$29.99 / €29.99 |
Designed for players who already own Dragon's Dogma 2. Unlocks the expansion content, including the frozen region of Norgan, the new Fallen Dragon storyline, 12 unique "Lost Rites" dungeon challenges, fresh enemy types, relic appraisal mechanics, and expanded character customization options. |
Existing owners who want all the new content without rebuying the base game. |
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Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Bundle (Full Game + Expansion) |
$69.99 / €69.99 |
Bundles the complete base game with the Dark Arisen expansion. Also includes bonus downloadable content such as the Dragon's Dogma Music & Sound Collection, which lets players swap in original music and sound effects, plus the Explorer's Camping Kit. |
New players entering the world of Dragon's Dogma 2 for the first time. |
Overall edition comparison: If you already own Dragon's Dogma 2, you only need the standalone DLC expansion to access all the new content. If you are new, get the complete bundle. It gives you both the base game and the expansion at a standard title price, along with added cosmetic and functional starter bonuses.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen System Requirements
This expansion is built for modern hardware, and the PC version asks for Windows 11 and a solid chunk of RAM.
PC through Steam
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Component |
Minimum |
Recommended |
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OS |
Windows 11 (64-bit) |
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Processor |
Intel Core i5-8500 or AMD Ryzen 5 3500 |
Intel Core i7-10700 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X |
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Memory |
16 GB RAM |
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Graphics |
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (8GB VRAM) |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super or AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT |
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Performance Note |
Targeted at 1080p resolution / 45-60 FPS when selecting Prioritize Performance in Graphics Quality (using upscaler). |
Targeted at 1080p resolution / 60 FPS when selecting Prioritize Performance in Graphics Quality (using upscaler). |
Console players
PlayStation 5: Requires the latest system software update and approximately 70 GB of available SSD storage space to accommodate the base game and expansion files.
Xbox Series X|S: Requires the latest Xbox OS build and roughly 70 GB of internal SSD storage, or an official Seagate/Western Digital expansion card.
Conclusion
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Expansion launches October 9, 2026 on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. If you already own the base game, grab the standalone DLC for $29.99 / €29.99. If you are new, the $69.99 / €69.99 bundle gives you the base game, the expansion, and bonus DLC. Console players should clear around 70 GB of space. PC players should check their rig against the specs above. Pick your edition, prep your pawns, and get ready for Norgan.
FAQ
Q: Do I need to complete the main story of Dragon's Dogma 2 to start the Dark Arisen expansion content?
A: You can access the Norgan region and the expansion's quests after reaching the mid-game, though completing the base story first is recommended due to the high difficulty of new enemies.
Q: Can I transfer my existing save file from the base game into the Dark Arisen expansion?
A: Yes, your existing Arisen, Main Pawn, inventory, and progression seamlessly carry over into the expansion.
Q: Does the expansion add any new vocations to the game?
A: While no entirely new vocation classes are introduced, existing vocations receive new skills, core abilities, weapon types, and gear customization options.
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