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4.6 out of 5
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About Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
About this game
Developed and published by CAPCOM.
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen has been acclaimed for its combat's fun factor and precision. In this expansive RPG, you'll become the light within a world that is torn.
Stolen Heart
A dragon has stolen your heart and not in the romantic way, yet you walk among the living normally — you've become the Arisen. And in order to stop the imminent apocalypse, you'll need to set out on a dangerous journey that will end in you and your dragon nemesis going head-to-head. In this action-packed adventure, you'll need to prepare yourself to cut off the Hydra's heads, climb atop griffins and take to the sky, and even defeat numerous dragons and creatures!
Companions
You'll have access to three AI companions that will aid you in your perilous journey; they're known as Pawns, and they will learn to fight from your play style. Owners of the game on the Steam PC version will also be able to share their Pawns online and reap rewards of treasures!
Customisation
There are nine different vocations to choose from, each with its own variety of skill options! Additionally, your armour can be upgraded and enhanced, and your Pawn companions can train to fit your desired combat style!
Steam-friendly
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen supports a lot of Steam features, such as achievements, cloud saving, Trading Cards, leaderboards, Big Picture mode, and — of course — both keyboard & mouse and controllers.
Enjoy It All
You'll have access to all previously released DLC, pre-order bonuses, retailer-exclusives, and even the Dark Arisen expansion content!
Game Details
- Platform:
- steam
- Release Date:
- January 15, 2016
- Developer:
- Capcom
- Publisher:
- CAPCOM
- Rating:
- Supported Languages:
- English
- Franchise:
- Dragon's Dogma
- Features:
- Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Steam Cloud
Steam Leaderboards
Singleplayer
Product Requirements
Minimum:
- OS: Windows Vista or newer (32 or 64 bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5 660 CPU or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Radeon HD 5870 or equivalent
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 20 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound card or onboard audio chip
- Additional Notes: 1) Supports Keyboard+Mouse and XInput/DirectInput devices including Xbox 360, Xbox One, DualShock4 and Steam Controller.
2) Some high end integrated graphics chips and modern gaming laptops with a discrete GPU may work but have not been tested, nor are they officially supported by Capcom.
Recommended:
- OS: Windows 7/8/10
- Processor: Intel Core i7-4770K or equivalent
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 or equivalent
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 20 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound card or onboard audio chip
- Additional Notes: 1) Supports Keyboard+Mouse and XInput/DirectInput devices including Xbox 360, Xbox One, DualShock4 and Steam Controller.
2) Some high end integrated graphics chips and modern gaming laptops with a discrete GPU may work but have not been tested, nor are they officially supported by Capcom.
Critic Reviews
Based on 62 Critics
PC Gamer
81 / 100"The PC port doesn't introduce much new and certain elements could be stronger, but Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen still shines as a uniquely enjoyable RPG."
Forbes
90 / 100"Gransys is a fascinating, starkly beautiful world. Character customization, combat, and the weird story and brilliant end-game all make this one of my favorite action-RPG’s of...
Twinfinite
100 / 100"What you essentially have here is a definitive edition of one seriously amazing action RPG."
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Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen User Reviews
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Nick L.
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An okay game if you can get it for a low enough price. Graphics and gameplay are very outdated. Can be fun. I'd say, if you like Action RPGs, and this is on sale for less than $5, sure, go ahead.
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theCoffeeHead
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My favorite fantasy RPG. You like those old Greek claymation movies? This is the game for you.
You get to create and build 2 characters. The world is so different than soo many other games.
Classes and options for days. Really cool spells. Also climbing.
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AJ 303
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Whole lotta fun at a great price point. Some of the mechanics are janky and I wish there was more loot but it was cool to play an open world souls-style attempt at an RPG. definitely worth the price.
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LagunaXD
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Good game would recommend to any one who is a fan of action rpg games.
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Rumplewang
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Hella fun, older game, but the world is beautiful. If has that generic DND feeling and is like a low rent dragon age, but still amazingly enjoyable.
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Cory C Lim
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Although, showing it's age in certain areas, (inability to fast travel easily, nonexistent story, horrendous difficulty spikes for no reason) this game still has one of the most fun combat systems I've ever used.
Scaling a hydra and stabbing away until it's head flies off sounds like a quick time event but here it's real gameplay.
Highly recommended as long as your main goal isn't the story or a fully realized world.
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Kanor
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game's amazing i wish i bought it sooner
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Fanatical User
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I'm surprised at how well this game has aged! So much customization, interesting combat and companion system (Pawns), grim atmosphere, and more!
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Frequently Asked Questions
According to PEGI, Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen is suitable for players aged 18 and above.
Yes, Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen is Steam Deck Verified. Valve’s testing indicates that Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen is Verified on Steam Deck. This game is fully functional on Steam Deck, and works great with the built-in controls and display.
- All functionality is accessible when using the default controller configuration
- This game shows Steam Deck controller icons
- In-game interface text is legible on Steam Deck
- This game's default graphics configuration performs well on Steam Deck
Minimum:
- OS: Windows Vista or newer (32 or 64 bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5 660 CPU or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Radeon HD 5870 or equivalent
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 20 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound card or onboard audio chip
- Additional Notes: 1) Supports Keyboard+Mouse and XInput/DirectInput devices including Xbox 360, Xbox One, DualShock4 and Steam Controller.
2) Some high end integrated graphics chips and modern gaming laptops with a discrete GPU may work but have not been tested, nor are they officially supported by Capcom.
Recommended:
- OS: Windows 7/8/10
- Processor: Intel Core i7-4770K or equivalent
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 or equivalent
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 20 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound card or onboard audio chip
- Additional Notes: 1) Supports Keyboard+Mouse and XInput/DirectInput devices including Xbox 360, Xbox One, DualShock4 and Steam Controller.
2) Some high end integrated graphics chips and modern gaming laptops with a discrete GPU may work but have not been tested, nor are they officially supported by Capcom.
Yes, Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen has broad critical consensus. 88% of critics on Metacritic recommend Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen. The Metascore is 81 out of 100.
81% of Fanatical users recommend Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen. The average review score is 4.5/5
Yes, 81% of Fanatical users and 88% of critics on Metacritic recommend Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen.
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen was released on January 15, 2016
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen is published by CAPCOM
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen was developed by Capcom
Fanatical users tagged Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen as RPG, Action RPG, Action, and Adventure
Fanatical users tagged Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen as Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, Dragons, and Magic
Yes. Fanatical users tagged Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen as having Character Customization
Yes. Fanatical users tagged Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen as having Singleplayer
Yes, Fanatical users tagged Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen as RPG
Yes, Fanatical users tagged Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen as Action RPG
Yes, Fanatical users tagged Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen as Action
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