In light of concerns raised on Steam regarding Dragon's Dogma 2, the development team has committed to addressing bug issues and improving frame rate performance, emphasizing that in-game purchases can also be earned through gameplay.
Capcom has acknowledged the feedback from Dragon's Dogma 2 enthusiasts who have voiced their frustration with the game's operational flaws on PCs, alongside grievances regarding the game's in-game purchase options.
Having debuted on March 22, Dragon's Dogma 2 has swiftly set new records for Capcom in terms of its PC gaming audience. Nonetheless, the excitement has been dampened by technical setbacks experienced by PC gamers, such as significant lag, drops in frame rate, and system crashes. Moreover, a vocal portion of the community expresses discontent with the prevalence of in-game purchases within this RPG.
In a recent update on Steam, Capcom has addressed these concerns and extended apologies to PC gamers affected by these issues. "We are currently pinpointing and correcting critical issues such as system crashes and game freezing," states Capcom's announcement. They further conveyed plans to roll out patches, prioritizing the most critical fixes shortly.
“The game dedicates a substantial amount of CPU resources to simulate the physical interactions of each character within various environments. This means that in scenarios where there is a high density of characters, CPU demand can spike significantly, which may result in reduced frame rates," the developers explained. They acknowledged the limitations of current settings that lessen GPU stress and disclosed ongoing efforts to enhance performance.
This detailed explanation from Capcom concerning the impact of character density on game performance has resonated with Dragon's Dogma 2's gaming community. Before the RPG's release, players had contemplated strategies for reducing the number of NPCs in densely populated areas like towns and cities to manage CPU usage more effectively.
Concerning the discussions around microtransaction items, Capcom clarified in the Steam update that all items available for purchase can be obtained through gameplay. According to Capcom, valuable items such as Wakestones and Rift Crystals can be discovered within Dragon's Dogma 2's expansive open world, allowing players to acquire these items without spending extra money.
For insights on navigating Dragon's Dogma 2 quests, such as acquiring the greatsword and archistaff, consult our detailed guide on undertaking the Vocation Frustration quest.