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Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Hacked on Release Day as Standard Steam DRM Fails

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Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen DLC was hacked on release day due to standard Steam DRM. The expansion adds 12 dungeons and a character editor.

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Capcom released the Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion on its scheduled date, but the content faced immediate security issues. The DLC was hacked on its release day, allowing unauthorized access to the new content. This event matters to players because the expansion relies on standard DRM rather than the more robust Denuvo protection system. The lack of advanced anti-tamper measures made the software vulnerable to cracking tools right from launch.

Expansion launches with new dungeons and character editor despite immediate cracking

The expansion serves as a major content update for the existing Dragon's Dogma 2 title. It introduces the Fallen Dominion region, which features the long-forgotten area of Norgana. Players can explore this new territory alongside a mysterious ally named Eyr. The narrative focus centers on uncovering the truth about the immortal Fallen Dragon.

Technical specifications for the expansion include twelve new dungeons to explore. Capcom also added character editor options to allow for deeper customization. The game supports cross-platform play across PC, , , and |S. We previously noted that Capcom brought technology to the Switch 2 version of the title in our earlier coverage of Capcom Brings Frame Gen to Switch 2 in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

Player reception of the expansion appears strong despite the security breach. Steam user reviews for the DLC are rated as very positive. The current score on the platform sits at 86 percent. This rating suggests that the majority of buyers find the new content worthwhile. The expansion provides new skills and weapons hidden in forgotten relics to aid in the journey.

The release of Dark Arisen marks the first major addition to the Dragon's Dogma 2 ecosystem. The immediate hacking of the title highlights the fragility of standard Steam DRM for high-profile releases. Players can now access the new dungeons and story content on all supported platforms. The 86 percent positive rating confirms strong demand for the expanded gameplay experience.

Source: IXBT

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