Dragon’s Dogma 2, the fresh role playing adventure from Capcom, may reward players with extra experience points after completing certain segments. Much like encounters in the Dark Souls series, resting by a campfire can reset enemies so players can face them again for more rewards. This guide outlines the most effective methods to accumulate XP early in Dragon’s Dogma 2 while progressing through the story and side content.
Guides for Dragon’s Dogma 2
Dragon’s Dogma 2 presents a variety of paths to growth. Players can engage with the main plot, tackle optional tasks, and explore the world to farm experience. The following tips emphasize steady progression, risk management, and efficient XP farming without compromising story momentum.
Complete story missions
Although it may seem obvious, the story missions often provide one of the safest routes to experience. Many main quests reward substantial XP without requiring relentless combat. Players should aim to complete as many of Captain Brant’s directives as possible before the coronation sequence, since these tasks frequently yield generous experience and unlock important mechanics that help later in the game.
Confront large foes with cart guards
Early on, Cyclops battles can test a player’s skill. A practical tactic is available through using a cart journey. By boarding a cart in Melva or Wernworth, paying a small fee, and traveling along the road, players can rest to advance time. There is a fair chance of an ambush by a Cyclops, but the escort guards typically overwhelm the creature. Defeating it grants experience, loot, and gold, which often offset the journey costs and accelerate early leveling.
Take on the dragons
Dragons present a tougher challenge than Cyclops, yet there is a straightforward approach. North of the first city lies the Old Battlefield region. Attract the dragon’s attention, then retreat to the castle and scale the walls. From the fortress wall, fire a large ballista to wound the dragon. Although a direct hit may not finish it, switching to a smaller ballista on the western fortress side and landing a subsequent shot can finish the foe. Returning to the initial ballista when it reloads completes the kill. Defeating dragons yields valuable experience and loot, including items like Awakening Stones that enable revival of the player’s character or fallen pawns. A separate guide covers this revival mechanic in detail.
Hunt rock lizards
For players who prefer a quicker grind, small monsters can be a reliable source of XP. Each rock lizard grants a solid chunk of experience, and map markers can help players locate camps of these creatures. The grind is optional but effective for players looking to raise their level before facing tougher opponents.
After clearing nearby foes, resting by the fire is a sensible next step. If strength allows, players can push higher along the path where additional enemies such as cyclopes, minotaurs, and chimeras await. These encounters offer continued opportunities to accumulate XP and rare loot as the journey progresses.
Other guides
Note that players seeking a broader strategy will find a range of guides and tips scattered across community resources, with practical advice on build optimization, enemy patterns, and pacing. The best approach is to blend cautious exploration with targeted farming, ensuring steady progression without sacrificing narrative immersion.