Dragon’s Dogma 2 criticized on Steam for microtransactions and other problems

Dragon’s Dogma 2 arrived worldwide this Friday, but the general response among the public has been complicated. The game is being bombarded with negative reviews on Steam, mainly due to the excess of microtransactions, concerns related to the game’s performance (even before its debut, players are already planning to kill NPCs to improve the FPS) and the presence of an extensive list of DLCs available on launch day.

Overall, there is a “mixed” overall rating, with only around 40% of the 6,300+ reviews to date being positive.

The main point of contention is microtransactions, with a total of 21 DLCs available for the game at launch. Most of this additional content consists of items from the game itself, such as rift crystals, awakening stones, teleport crystals, and camping sets.

The huge volume of microtransactions can be attributed to the availability of different item packs, offering different varieties and power levels.

But for players who prefer a more challenging experience, it is possible to ignore most of these items as they can be obtained naturally throughout the game.

However, there is ongoing debate regarding certain items, such as teleport crystals and a consumable book called “Art of Metamorphosis”, which allows players to change their character’s appearance.

Some players argue that the inclusion of microtransactions for these items, considering the limitations in the game, seems like a strategy to sell essential features of the game. Despite this, it is important to note that these items can also be acquired through traditional gameplay.

Finally, one microtransaction in particular, which offers a single-use key to escape from in-game prison, has generated additional criticism, leading to discussions about the ethics of microtransactions and their impact on the player experience.