Dragon’s Dogma 2: Release Time & How to Preload

Find out all you need to know about Dragon’s Dogma 2 release time across the globe and how to preload on PC, Xbox, and PS5.

Ladies and gents, it’s almost here! Yes, Dragon’s Dogma 2! Capcom’s hugely ambitious action RPG, is nearly upon us! If you are looking to start playing immediately on launch, you are in the right place. Here’s Dragon’s Dogma 2 release time and how to preload.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 Release Time Across the Globe

The official worldwide release date for Dragon’s Dogma 2 is set for March 22nd, 2024. However, depending on where you live, you may get a headstart of nearly a full day.

For those in the UK and Europe, the game unlocks precisely at midnight on March 22nd. But North Americans on the west coast, for example, will have access almost an entire day earlier at 5pm PDT on March 21st. Same goes for east coasters, who can dive in at 8pm EDT that day.

Here’s a rundown of the regional release times:

North America

• Los Angeles: March 21 at 5:00 PM PDT
• Mexico City: March 21 at 6:00 PM CST
• Toronto: March 21 at 8:00 PM EDT

South America

• Sao Paulo: March 21 at 9:00 PM BRT

Europe

• London: March 22 at 12:00 AM GMT
• Paris: March 22 at 1:00 AM CET
• Helsinki: March 22 at 2:00 AM EET

Middle East

• Riyadh: March 22 at 3:00 AM AST

Asia

• Seoul: March 22 at 9:00 AM KST
• Tokyo: March 22 at 9:00 AM JST

Oceania

• Auckland: March 22 at 1:00 PM NZDT

How to Preload Dragon’s Dogma 2 on PC, Xbox & PS5

Good news! The pre-load window is already open on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The file size is a reasonably manageable 60-70GB, so even those pre-loading right before release shouldn’t face too brutal a wait.

If you’ve pre-ordered on PS5, just head to your library, select Dragon’s Dogma 2, and hit that download button. You’ll need about 65GB free.

Similarly on Xbox Series X/S, you can initiate the pre-load from the Microsoft Store page after pre-purchasing (70GB of space required).

As for PC players, a pre-load option isn’t available yet on Steam as of this writing. Capcom and Valve will likely open that up in the days leading up to launch. When that happens, you’ll want to reserve around 100GB of storage for the install based on the recommended specs.

About Dragon’s Dogma 2

So far, Dragon’s Dogma 2 looks to be shaping up as something truly special in the action RPG realm. Capcom has created an amazing fantasy world full of exciting adventures and dangers. The fighting style in the game mixes thoughtful strategy with fast-paced action, making it super fun to play.

And there’s even more excitement brewing among dedicated fans! They’re talking about the innovative upgrades to the Pawn system, the vast semi-open world to explore, the highly anticipated return of the character creator with loads of new features, and plenty of other exciting additions.

Whether you’ve been eagerly awaiting this sequel for almost a decade or you’re a newcomer intrigued by the game’s comprehensive take on high-fantasy action RPG mechanics, the hype surrounding Dragon’s Dogma 2 is undeniable.

It feels like everything is falling into place for what could become a groundbreaking masterpiece in its genre.

Summary

In just a matter of few hours, we’ll get to dive into the complete vision Capcom has been working on for almost ten years. Depending on where you are, some players might even start their journey into the dark fantasy world of Gransys a bit earlier.

But however you get to start playing, one thing’s for sure – the next big action RPG adventure is right around the corner. Get ready for the epic adventure of Dragon’s Dogma 2!

FAQs

• When can we preload Dragon’s Dogma 2?
  • If you have pre-ordered Dragon’s Dogma 2, you can preload it now.
• What time can I download Dragon’s Dogma 2?
  • Dragon’s Dogma 2 can be downloaded on March 21 at 5 P.M. PDT, 7 P.M. CT, and 8 P.M. EDT.
• How big is Dragon’s Dogma 2 download?
  • Around 75GB for Xbox and PlayStation 5, around 100GB for PC.