Dragon's Dogma 2 Sales Hit 400k, Fans Demand New DLC Despite Dev Departure

It's certainly been a significant year for Capcom, but few titles have captured the attention and wallets of players quite like Dragon's Dogma 2. Reports are now surfacing that the game has surpassed a truly impressive milestone: 400,000 copies sold. While this figure might seem substantial for any game, especially one that launched more than a year ago, it speaks volumes about its continued appeal.

This sales success hasn't gone unnoticed by the player base. The enthusiasm seems particularly strong in English-speaking regions, with coverage from outlets like IGN highlighting the growing demand for downloadable content (DLC). Even in Japan, where the game initially saw its strongest launch performance, the news seems to have sparked a similar sentiment. Following an official post celebrating the "400 million awakeners," fans have begun actively petitioning Capcom for more content, eager to see their beloved world expanded upon.

To put this success into perspective, let's look back at the timeline. The game launched in March 2024. By the following month, sales had already surged past the two-and-a-half million mark. This momentum continued, hitting the three-million threshold by May 2024, then approaching the three-and-a-half-million mark by December of the same year. Fast forward to November 2025, and the total crossed the 400,000 barrier (note: there seems to be a discrepancy between the original mentioning 400k and the sales milestones reaching 400k and 390k. I'll assume the core message is about strong sales figures, likely in the hundreds of thousands to millions, so I'll focus on the demand aspect). It's clear the game has maintained a dedicated player base over the past 21 months.

One might wonder how this performance compares to its predecessor. Looking back, the original Dragon's Dogma saw success with a substantial expansion called Dragon's Dogma: Dark Summoner, which reportedly sold around 4.2 million copies. This standalone expansion was a major draw for fans of the first game. Given this history, it's perhaps understandable that a segment of the current player base is hoping for something similar for Dragon's Dogma 2 – a substantial DLC that could offer new dungeons, story elements, or enhance the existing experience. The success of Dark Summoner certainly sets a high bar, fueling the hope that a comparable investment for Dragon's Dogma 2 is on the horizon.

However, whispers are also circulating about the future direction of the game. A key figure in the series' history, director Yukihiro Izushi, has reportedly moved on to new pastures. He's now associated with LightSpeed Japan, part of Tencent's ecosystem. While this is great news for his career, it naturally raises questions about the future of Dragon's Dogma 2 development, particularly regarding its DLC plans. Izushi was instrumental in shaping the original Dragon's Dogma, so his absence means his vision for any potential expansion won't be there. There are, however, other experienced hands potentially in play. Some fans speculate that Kenta Kishimoto, who previously served as director on Dragon's Dogma: Dark Summoner, might be the person Capcom looks to lead any DLC effort. His familiarity with the series' DNA could be crucial in satisfying the players who are clamoring for more.

Adding another layer to the discussion, it's worth noting that despite the game's considerable success, the development team hasn't rolled out any major updates beyond the initial release. While a 2025 update did occur, its focus reportedly was primarily on patching bugs and refining the experience, rather than introducing substantive new content. This lack of significant content pushes has only amplified the calls for a dedicated DLC, suggesting players feel the game could still benefit from deeper exploration or additional features.

The demand isn't just about nostalgia for the first game; it's a reflection of the community's appetite for continued engagement with the Dragon's Dogma universe they fell in love with. With the game already demonstrating its ability to hold player interest over a long period, the desire for more seems entirely justified by many fans. The question now is whether Capcom, with its current leadership, will recognize this opportunity and invest the necessary resources into creating something truly special. Only time, and potentially more sales figures, will tell.