Dragon's Dogma 2 has the majority of the elements that action RPG fans are acquainted with, yet several key mechanics are omitted from the game to make it more immersive and challenging for players.
Despite the fact that these additions are intended to improve the gameplay experience, some players are having issues with multiple features, such as health regeneration and the save system. Another element that many players in the community are concerned about is the Lock On function, which Capcom has implemented in Dragon's Dogma 2.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Best Heavy Armor, Ranked
The best Heavy Armor Dragon's Dogma 2 players can get can be used by the Fighter, Warrior, and Mystic Spearhand Vocations.
Can You Lock On Enemies in Dragon’s Dogma 2?
Dragon's Dogma 2 does not include a lock-on feature that allows players to target certain foes during combat. The Arisen will use the game's auto-lock feature to attack opponents nearest to the player's character.
This feature allows players to engage in combat freely while simultaneously taking on several enemies. However, it might pose issues if players wish to focus their attention on a single significant or strong enemy, as the auto-target may constantly switch.
Close combat vocations such as Fighter or Thief will lock on a specific enemy and continue to strike until the player moves the character in a different direction, forcing the auto-target to lock on a new enemy.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 Lock On Alternative
Although there is no lock-on mechanism that can be used during battle, certain vocations, such as Archer or Mage, have skills that implement a mechanic similar to locking on enemies, although the option to swap between targets remains unavailable. Because Archer and Mage fight from a distance, you may utilize their abilities to aim at certain enemies and hit them accurately without the auto-target randomly switching the lock-on.
For example, the Archer vocation's Steady Shot skill allows you to target and continuously assault a specific enemy. The Mage's spell circle may also target particular opponents, allowing you to cast spells more efficiently. As you earn more DCP and improve your vocational skills, you will have access to more powerful fighting abilities that use a similar mechanic.
Archer and Mage are the two ranged attack vocations that you get right away in the game after you start. In addition to these two vocations, Magick Archer and Sorcerer can also use their skills to lock on enemies. You can unlock the Sorcerer's vocation by completing the ‘Vocation Frustration’ quest while you are in Vernworth. Meanwhile, the Magick Archer vocation is unlocked late in the game from Gautstafr’s wife near Volcanic Island.
If you're having trouble with the lock-on mechanism while playing with vocations like Thief or Warrior, you may change your vocation at any moment by visiting any of the Vocation Guilds in most major cities. The earliest Vocation Guild you will encounter will be in Vernworth, on the first floor of Shakir’s Inn.
Dragon's Dogma 2
- Released
- March 22, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- Capcom
- Platform(s)
- PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG
