Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen vs Watch Dogs 2

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen vs Watch Dogs 2 — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen Capcom Watch Dogs 2 Ubisoft Entertainment
Overview
Release Date April 23, 2013 November 28, 2016
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Mature Mature
Developer Capcom, Capcom U.S.A Ubisoft Montreal
Publisher Capcom Ubisoft Entertainment
Official Site https://www.dragonsdogma.com/ http://watchdogs.com/
Gameplay
Genre Action, Adventure, RPG Action, Adventure
Game Modes Single-player, Multiplayer Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op
Perspective Third-person Third-person
Average Playtime 7 hours 17 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo PC, PlayStation, Xbox
Available On PlayStation Store, Steam, GOG, Xbox Store, Nintendo eShop Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Epic Games Store
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS: Windows Vista or newer (32 or 64 bit) Processor: Intel Core i5 660 CPU or equivalent Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Radeon HD 5870 or equivalent DirectX: Version 9.0c Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 20 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound card or onboard audio chip Additional Notes: 1) Supports Keyboard+Mouse and XInput/DirectInput devices including Xbox 360, Xbox One, DualShock4 and Steam Controller. 2) Some high end integrated graphics chips and modern gaming laptops with a discrete GPU may work but have not been tested, nor are they officially supported by Capcom. OS: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 (64bit versions only) Processor: Intel Core i5 2400s @ 2.5 GHz, AMD FX 6120 @ 3.5 GHz or better Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 with 2 GB VRAM or AMD Radeon HD 7870, with 2 GB VRAM or better - See supported List* Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 27 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible using the latest drivers Additional Notes: Minimum specs above for 720p , 30+ FPS, Low graphic settings // Periphericals: Microsoft Xbox One Controller, DUALSHOCK® 4 Controller, Windows-compatible keyboard, mouse, optional controller / Multiplayer: 256 kbps or faster broadband connection / Note: This product supports 64-bit operating systems only. Laptop versions of these cards may work, but are not officially supported. For the most up-to-date requirement listings, please visit the FAQ on our support website at support.ubi.com. High speed internet access and a valid Ubisoft account are required to activate the game after installation, to authenticate your system and continue gameplay after any re-activation, access online features, play online or unlock exclusive content.
Recommended Requirements OS: Windows 7/8/10 Processor: Intel Core i7-4770K or equivalent Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 or equivalent DirectX: Version 9.0c Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 20 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound card or onboard audio chip Additional Notes: 1) Supports Keyboard+Mouse and XInput/DirectInput devices including Xbox 360, Xbox One, DualShock4 and Steam Controller. 2) Some high end integrated graphics chips and modern gaming laptops with a discrete GPU may work but have not been tested, nor are they officially supported by Capcom. OS: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 (64bit versions only) Processor: Intel Core i5 3470 @ 3.2 GHz, AMD FX 8120 @ 3.9 GHz Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 | AMD Radeon R9 290, with 3GB VRAM or better - See supported List* Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 27 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX-compatible using the latest drivers Additional Notes: Recommended specs above for 1080p , 30+ FPS, High graphic settings // SUPPORTED VIDEO CARDS AT TIME OF RELEASE: • NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX600 Series: GTX660 or better / GeForce® GTX700 Series: GTX760 or better / GeForce® GTX900 Series: GTX950 or better / GeForce® GTX1000 Series: GTX1060 or better. • AMD Radeon™ HD 7000 series: Radeon™ HD7870 or better / Radeon™ 200 series: Radeon R9 270 or better / Radeon™ 300/Fury X series: Radeon™ R9 370 or better / Radeon 400 series: Radeon RX460 or better.
Critic & Community Scores
Metacritic 81 / 100 79 / 100
Community Rating 3.9 / 5 (681 ratings) 3.8 / 5 (1,776 ratings)