Capcom Unveils Dragon's Dogma 2 Expansion, Switch 2 Release

Capcom has announced a major expansion for its action role-playing game Dragon's Dogma 2, alongside a slate of new releases for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The announcements were made during a Nintendo Direct presentation on June 9, 2026, highlighting a significant partnership between the publisher and Nintendo.

The expansion, titled Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, is scheduled to launch on October 9, 2026. It will be available as a separate downloadable content purchase for existing owners on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The same date will also mark the game's debut on the Nintendo Switch 2, where it will be sold as a bundled release containing both the base game and the new expansion.

Dark Arisen introduces a new endgame region called Norgan, a snow-covered, abandoned area of the Vermund kingdom inhabited by powerful new monsters. Players will explore this territory to uncover forgotten relics that can be appraised for enhanced weapons, armor, and unique skills. The expansion also adds 12 new dungeon challenges, referred to as Pathfinders Trials or Lost Rites, which house rare equipment. New character customization options, including additional hairstyles and...