to get New Game Option After Backlash

Capcom is adding a New Game option to Dragon's Dogma 2 on Steam after player backlash. Learn how to manually restart your game until the patch arrives.

Hey there, Arisen! So, you've been hearing a lot about Dragon's Dogma 2 and maybe you're looking to start fresh, but can't find that obvious 'New Game' button? You're not alone! Capcom heard the community loud and clear after the game's launch and is working on adding a proper New Game option, especially for the Steam version.

According to their official announcement, they're actively looking into adding a feature that will let players who are already deep into their game restart from scratch. They haven't given a specific timeline yet, but they've promised more details soon. So, hang tight, and keep an eye on the official Dragon's Dogma 2 channels for updates on this and other post-launch improvements, like stability fixes and bug squashes.

Until then, want to start over NOW? If you're itching to begin a new adventure without waiting for the official patch, you'll need to do a little manual work. It involves diving into your game's save files. On a typical Windows PC, you can usually find these files tucked away in this directory:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\userdata\AccountID\remote\win64\_save

Once you're in that folder, you'll see files like data001 and others of a similar nature. The trick is to either move these files to a separate backup folder or delete them entirely. If you delete them, the game should then prompt you to start a brand new save the next time you launch it. This method also lets you back up your current save if you're feeling a bit of 'save scumming' or just want to revisit an older playthrough later on.

So, while we wait for Capcom's official fix, you've got a workaround. Keep your eyes peeled for those official updates – they're also rolling out content and patches to make the game even better!