Fans of the original Dragon’s Dogma were thrilled when Capcom announced a sequel to the wonky fantasy RPG over a decade later. Dragon’s Dogma 2 has not only sold well but has also become a hub for exciting discoveries and quirky player stories since its launch on March 22. Despite being highly rated, the game has sparked debates among players.

One area of contention has been the inclusion of microtransactions in Dragon’s Dogma 2. The game’s Steam page offers various items for purchase, such as camping kits and Portcrystals, which can impact gameplay. While some players find these items easily attainable through regular gameplay, others feel that the option to buy them undermines the experience. Interestingly, a paid feature for changing characters’ appearances was swiftly modded into the game on the first day.

Initial reviews of the game were positive, but on Steam, the reception has been mixed. With a less than 40 percent positive rating on the platform’s first day, PC players have criticized the game for poor optimization. Issues like low framerates, freezes, and crashes have been reported. In response, Capcom has acknowledged CPU-related problems and is working to address them.

One of the intriguing aspects discovered by players is the Dragonsplague, a mysterious illness that affects the NPC companions known as Pawns in Dragon’s Dogma 2. If left untreated, this illness can lead to a deadly transformation, causing havoc in the game world. Players have shared experiences of their Pawns inadvertently causing destruction due to Dragonsplague, highlighting the immersive and challenging aspects of the game.