Fans upset over hidden feature
CAPCOM recently released its highly anticipated action role-playing game, Dragon’s Dogma 2, to much fanfare. While critics have praised the game, some fans are voicing their disappointment over a surprising addition that was not highlighted before the launch.
Microtransactions spark outrage
Despite being hailed as one of the top action RPGs of the year, Dragon’s Dogma 2 has come under fire for its inclusion of microtransactions. Players have expressed frustration over the option to purchase in-game items for real money, a feature that was not widely known prior to the game's release.
Hidden costs revealed
The game's Steam page currently lists 21 microtransactions, with prices ranging from £0.89 / $0.99 to £4.45 / $4.99. These items include essential features like the Portcrystal and Wakestones, which can be bought instead of earned through gameplay.
Players criticize developer's motives
Some gamers have raised concerns that CAPCOM may have intentionally withheld certain items from players in order to monetize them later through microtransactions. This has led to accusations of greed and exploitation within the gaming community.
Additional charges add up
With the base game already priced at £53.98 / $69.99, purchasing all the extra in-game items could cost players an additional $41.79 (or £33.20). One particularly contentious item is the character editor, priced at £1.70 / $1.99, which can only be used once to change in-game appearances.
Verdict: A masterpiece tainted by microtransactions
While Dragon’s Dogma 2 has been lauded as a gaming masterpiece, the controversy surrounding its microtransactions has left a bitter taste in the mouths of many fans. Despite its potential, the game's hidden costs have overshadowed its achievements in the eyes of some players.
