Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Expansion Hits PS5 in October

Capcom has officially unveiled Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, a significant expansion for its 2024 action RPG. This new content will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2 in October 2026. Fans had been speculating about this announcement for months, especially after a tease earlier this year, and the news dropped during the Nintendo Direct in June 2026.

The original Dragon’s Dogma 2 debuted on March 21, 2024. It received high praise for its combat mechanics and open-world design. However, players noticed a lack of post-launch content. The “Dark Arisen” subtitle holds special meaning for longtime fans. The original Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen, released in 2013, included a notable dungeon expansion called Bitterblack Isle, which became the game’s definitive edition.

As for the specifics of the expansion, details are still scarce following the announcement trailer. However, Push Square describes it as a “huge” expansion, which aligns with the legacy of the Dark Arisen name. Capcom hasn’t revealed any pricing details for the DLC or whether it will be included with the base game for new players.

The Switch 2 port, launching with the expansion, offers Capcom a chance to re-enter the market effectively. Currently, Dragon’s Dogma 2 holds a 66% positive rating based on 59,286 reviews on Steam. This score suffered at launch due to issues with microtransactions and performance, not problems with the core game itself, which critics praised. This expansion announcement might breathe new life into the player community; right now, the game has about 1,202 concurrent players on Steam. Expect that number to rise as October draws near.

Eurogamer points out that fan theories about a Dark Arisen announcement had been circulating for some time, making it one of the highlights of the Nintendo Direct. By pairing a new platform launch with a major content update, Capcom is using a proven strategy. This approach mirrors how the original Dark Arisen expanded the game’s appeal beyond the PlayStation 3 audience.

By The Numbers

Original Release Date	March 21, 2024
Steam Review Score	66% positive
Total Steam Reviews	59,286
Current Steam Price	$69.99
Current Steam Players	1,202 concurrent

Players who have remained engaged with the base game generally feel positive about it. One Steam reviewer mentioned: “So far really enjoyed the game. One of the funnest things the game has is scaling larger beasts to stab em in the eye. It’s great.” That hands-on, physics-driven combat is precisely the kind of foundation a dungeon-focused Dark Arisen expansion could expand upon.

What To Watch

• Expansion scope and pricing: Capcom hasn’t clarified whether Dark Arisen will be a paid DLC, a standalone release, or included with an upgraded base game. This will greatly influence community reception.
• Switch 2 performance targets: The Switch 2 port will face close scrutiny, especially considering the original game’s PC performance issues at launch. Capcom needs to deliver a solid technical experience on Nintendo’s new hardware.
• Steam review recovery: A successful expansion could elevate Dragon’s Dogma 2’s Steam rating above the 70% mark. This change would remove its “Mixed” label and significantly expand its commercial reach ahead of future content releases.