Dragon’s Dogma 2 PC specs: Minimum and recommended system requirements
Make sure your gaming laptop or gaming desktop handles Dragon’s Dogma 2.
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Dragon’s Dogma 2finally releases on March 22, 2024, so before then you’ll want to make sure that your gaming PC meets at least the minimum system requirements for the game. As always, it’s best to shoot for recommended system requirements in order to experience the game properly.
I’ll start this page by going over the minimum and recommended Dragon’s Dogma 2 system requirements then I’ll follow that up by explaining how to check your own laptop or desktop’s specs. Don’t worry. If your system cannot handle the game, I’ve also included guides for how to upgrade your PC.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 specs: System requirements
For the best playing experience, it is better to shoot for Dragon’s Dogma 2’s recommended PC system requirements. Below, you’ll find the minimum and recommended system requirements as found on Steam. For more information on this game, check out ourDragon’s Dogma FAQ.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 minimum system requirements for Windows
Dragon’s Dogma 2 recommended system requirements for Windows
Dragon’s Dogma 2 (PC)
You start the game in Gaol with the Dragon’s voice telling you of your lofty destiny. It’s up to you to explore the world, take down enemies, grow more powerful, and determine where you want the story to go.
Buy at:GMG (Steam)|CDKeys (Steam)|Humble Bundle (Steam)
Dragon’s Dogma 2 Deluxe Edition (PC)
This Deluxe Edition gives you camping gear, Harpy Lure item, custom sounds, a Gaol Key, access to the character editor, Rift Crystals, and an item that brings someone back to life.
Buy at:GMG (Steam)|CDKeys (Steam)|Humble Bundle (Steam)
Is Dragon’s Dogma 2 on Mac?
No. The only platforms Dragon’s Dogma 2 is coming to are Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC (via Steam). You cannot play this game on Mac.
Can my PC run Dragon’s Dogma 2?
In order to determine whether or not your gaming PC can handle Dragon’s Dogma 2, you need to know its specs. To see your GPU, CPU, RAM, and storage info follow these steps:
Overall, Dragon’s Dogma 2 isn’t the most demanding of PC games since it only needs an Intel Core i5 10600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU as well as an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 or AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT with 8GB VRAM GPU. Even my work computer, which features a GTX 1660 SUPER can run it, so I don’t have to use my more powerful gaming desktop (see myASUS ROG G22CH review) unless I want to.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 gaming handheld compatibility
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As of the time of writing this, Dragon’s Dogma 2’s Steam Deck Compatibility is marked as Unknown. It’s very likely that we’ll get more information around this in the next few weeks. Based solely on the minimum game specs, it looks like the game could work alright. Whether or not text will be easily readable is another matter. We’ll have to see if a specific Steam Deck graphics mode is included in the game or not.
Outside ofSteam Deck, it’s very possible that Dragon’s Dogma 2 will be playable on othergaming handheldslikeROG AllyandLegion Go. We’ll look into this more once the game has released.
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Can I play Dragon’s Dogma 2 on Steam Deck or another gaming handheld?
It’s currently unknown whether or not Dragon’s Dogma 2 runs on Steam Deck. Depending on the settings options, it might be playable on Valve’s handheld, though. It’s also very possible it will work on ROG Ally and Legion Go.
How to upgrade my computer to play Dragon’s Dogma 2
Whether you need to upgrade your GPU or make space on your SSD, here are our best guides to help you with making Dragon’s Dogma 2 playable on your PC.
Prove yourself, Arisen
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is shaping up to be one of the best fantasy games of the year, filled with challenging combat, a wide world, and plenty of options to keep the game interesting. But you’ll only be able to play this new adventure if your gaming PC is up to snuff.
As far as the processor goes, make sure you at least have an Intel Core i5 10600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600. Then to keep up with graphics, you’ll need at least a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 or AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT with 8GB VRAM as your GPU. Outside of that, make sure you have plenty of RAM and storage space on your SSD to keep the game running and loading smoothly.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 (PC)
A world of fantasy awaits, beckoning you to customize your own character and make your own decisions. You can play on your own or with friends while encountering dangerous enemies and traveling around fantastical locations.
Buy at:GMG (Steam)|CDKeys (Steam)|Humble Bundle (Steam)
Dragon’s Dogma 2 Deluxe Edition (PC)
In addition to the base game, this Deluxe Edition gives players the “A Boon for Adventures - New Journey Pack” add-on which nets you several in-game items that will be helpful at the start of the game.
Buy at:GMG (Steam)|CDKeys (Steam)|Humble Bundle (Steam)
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