Dragons Dogma 2 launch times: Here’s when the game goes live in your region
Grab the details on when to expect Dragon’s Dogma 2 to go live in your home region and when to preload
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It’s been a long twelve years of waiting butDragon’s Dogma 2will finally be released on March 22, 2024, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. This sequel to Capcom’s cult-favorite action-RPG, Dragon’s Dogma, is looking to be one of the biggest games of 2024 with a giant open world filled with secrets, an action-packed story filled with adventure, improved combat mechanics, and more.
With its release date fast approaching, Capcom has revealed all the details on Dragon’s Dogma 2 global release times, when it is available for pre-order, its download size, and more. Here is the full rundown on what you need to know when Dragon’s Dogma 2 will be released in your home region.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Launch time and dates
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Dragon’s Dogma 2’s official release date is listed as March 22, 2024. However,if you live in the western regions, the Steam version will unlock for youearly on March 21, 2024. TheXbox Series X,Xbox Series S, and PlayStation 5 versions will also unlock early on March 21, 2024, if you live in places like Los Angeles. Aside from those locations,Dragon’s Dogma 2 is still scheduled to come out on March 22 for the rest of the world, so be wary of that.
Capcom has recently unveiled the specific launch windows for when Dragon’s Dogma 2 goes live on PC and home consoles across every major timezone. If you’re looking for a specific launch time, we have listed all the release times in the table below for your convenience.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Preload date and time
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As with most AAA titles, Dragon’s Dogma 2 will be available to preload before launch. Preloading is a special feature of modern gaming where certain games allow players to download them before they are officially released and become playable.
By preloading a game, you will be able to immediately start playing as soon as it unlocks, which is pretty beneficial for those who have slow internet connection speeds. Do note that you will need to pre-order Dragon’s Dogma 2 before you can start preloading it.
If you’re wondering when you can preload Dragon’s Dogma 2, you won’t have to wait asthe Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam versions of Dragon’s Dogma 2 are available to preload right now. So, if you have alreadypre-ordered Dragon’s Dogma 2, you can start preloading the game.
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Dragon’s Dogma 2: How to download and play
When you have purchased Dragon’s Dogma 2, you will be able to install (if preloading is available) and play it when it releases. If you wish to check out Capcom’s newest title and why fans have waiting eagerly for it, follow the instructions below on how to download and play it on each platform.
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Dragon’s Dogma 2: Download Size
As with most open-world games, Dragon’s Dogma 2 is fairly large in terms of file size. The Xbox Series X|S clocks in at 69.95GB, the PlayStation 5 version is 64.44GB and the PC version is 60.53GB.
While Dragon’s Dogma 2’s file sizes aren’t comparatively massive to the likes ofBaldur’s Gate 3orStarfield, it would still be wise to keep some space available on your preferred platform when you install it.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 will be available for purchase on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam once it releases on March 22, 2024.
Dragon’s Dogma 2
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Alexander Cope is a gaming veteran of 30-plus years, primarily covering PC and Xbox games here on Windows Central. Gaming since the 8-bit era, Alexander’s expertise revolves around gaming guides and news, with a particular focus on Japanese titles from the likes of Elden Ring to Final Fantasy. Alexander is always on deck to help our readers conquer the industry’s most difficult games — when he can pry himself away from Monster Hunter that is!
