Capcom’s long-awaited sequel, Dragon’s Dogma 2, has landed a knockout blow in the UK, dethroning Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth as the biggest game launch of 2024 so far.
Despite facing initial criticism for its monetization and performance issues, the open-world action RPG has garnered widespread acclaim and impressive sales figures.
Industry data reveals that Dragon’s Dogma 2 achieved the highest combined physical and digital sales of any game launched in the UK this year, narrowly surpassing Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. While physical sales placed the game in second place last week, digital sales evidently propelled it to the top.
This success comes shortly after positive reviews, including our own 10/10 score. Our reviewer praised the game as “a landmark release” for the genre, highlighting its immersive world, stellar combat, and unique emergent gameplay systems. While acknowledging that some might find its eccentricities off-putting, the review emphasizes how these very elements contribute to an unforgettable experience.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Capcom recently released a patch offering a 30 FPS cap option, along with toggles for motion blur and ray tracing, further enhancing the player experience.
