A Guide to Kicking Off the Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Expansion

???? To kick off Dark Arisen, chat with Brant at The Stardrop Inn in Vernworth during nighttime.

???? It’s recommended to be at level 40 for the new content.

???? If you’re in the Unmoored World, you’ll need to complete New Game+ to access the DLC.

The Dark Arisen expansion for Dragon’s Dogma 2 unveils the frigid, northern region of Norgan, a place long forsaken by civilization, teeming with monsters and secrets.

To begin your adventure in Dark Arisen, head to The Stardrop Inn in Vernworth and speak with Captain Brant at night. Vernworth is reachable fairly early in the main storyline. When you talk to him, you’ll find two new dialogue options available.

While the recommended level for exploring Norgan and its dungeons is 40, you can dive into the content earlier, though be prepared for varying levels of difficulty in the dungeons.

If you’ve made it to the Unmoored World, accessing the DLC will require you to start a New Game+. Once you finish the main story and restart, you can use the new save option to jump straight into the new content.

Keep in mind that starting New Game+ means you won’t have access to your current save anymore, but you’ll retain your character’s level, gear, and items, with only quest progress and items being reset.