Capcom has disclosed a forthcoming patch for Dragon’s Dogma 2, designed primarily to heal the issues affecting pawns. The update also addresses two other concerns that players have repeatedly highlighted, aiming to improve overall playability and balance across platforms in North America and Canada.
The first issue centers on what players dubbed the dragon plague. This pawn-centric affliction proved to be a troubling surprise during battles with dragons or encounters with other pawns. Infected companions could suddenly turn into uncontrollable threats, attacking NPCs and even derailing quests. Subtle signs made the disease hard to spot until its effects were severe. With the patch, infected pawns will show brighter, more noticeable eye glow, and the frequency of infections among companions will drop, helping teams stay coordinated in dangerous zones.
A second change targets the cadence of pawn dialogue. Many players felt overwhelmed by companions commenting on nearly every action. The update will reduce how often pawns chime in, allowing players to focus more on combat and exploration without constant interruptions.
The patch will also address a range of other issues that have disrupted gameplay. Specific fixes include:
- Showing open chests on the mini-map for easier looting.
- Improving the ability to recruit or deploy five pawns at once.
- Preventing frequent falls by companions from cliffs during exploration.
- Ensuring pawns respond promptly when asked to assist in battle.
- Reducing the chance of being jailed for combat actions within cities when appropriate.
In addition to these gameplay improvements, the update will address several technical glitches and make minor adjustments to the character display screen. The developers have not announced a specific release date and stated that the patch will be rolled out across all platforms as soon as it is ready, with no predefined schedule.
Earlier discussions touched on an unusual speedrun in Dragon’s Dogma 2. A blogger completed the game naked and without weapons, accomplishing the feat in roughly ninety minutes in a remarkable display of skill and perseverance [VG Times].
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