Dragon’s Dogma 2 has an endless amount of content to explore, a ton of mechanics to learn, and some cool secrets hidden in the game. While most secrets usually get found out quickly and passed around, there’s one that’s completely caught most players by surprise.
If you’ve been ignoring catapults throughout the game, boy, oh boy, have I got some interesting things to share with you.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 Players Surprised After Uncovering Hidden Catapult Mechanic
Recently, fans of the action role-playing game were left completely gob smacked by a little-known gameplay mechanic involving catapults.
I just found out you can use catapults to unlock new parts on the map in Dragon's Dogma 2! #DD2 pic.twitter.com/RhH1OsiDEg
— Peppo (@Peppo_LS) March 26, 2024
A video on X went completely viral after it showed how players could use catapults to break through terrain and access new areas of the map. Many players expressed their amazement, admitting they had never noticed this feature despite spending numerous hours in the game.
Do you know how many of those I've walked past 😭
— Kami (@Okami13_) March 26, 2024
One fan remarked that they had logged over 40 hours of gameplay before stumbling upon this hidden mechanic, highlighting the depth and complexity of Dragon’s Dogma 2.
How do I still keep learning something new about this game every day even if I have 40 hours in
— RuDoKa #MHWilds (@lRuDoKal) March 26, 2024
The catch to this trick is that not all catapults in the game are operational. You’ll need to look for a functioning catapult.
Even if you do find one, there’s no guarantee that using it will unlock a new path. Some players reported having to attempt the catapult maneuver multiple times before successfully unlocking a new path.
There’s More Secrets in DD2 That You Probably Don’t Know About
The catapult trick is just one of many hidden mechanics that the game has. Dragon’s Dogma 2 isn’t one to barrage players with tutorials; instead, it encourages exploration and experimentation.
For example, we all know how the game only allows one save file. It combines manual and autosaves into a single slot, so any time you manually save, it’s at risk of being overwritten by an auto-save.
CAPCOM did announce that they’d be making changes to the save game feature, but that could take a while.
If you want to mitigate this risk, the best possible way is to rest at an inn or buy and rest at your own house whenever possible. This sort of acts like a checkpoint you can return to at any time.
Another vital tip is around stamina. Climbing and holding onto large enemies costs stamina, but there are times you’ll be able to walk along an enemy’s back and avoid using up stamina (usually with bigger enemies).
Also, running and grabbing onto an enemy at the right time can disrupt its balance, so keep that in mind.
With that in mind, you’re going to be a bit more prepared for the various challenges that Dragon’s Dogma 2 presents its players. Have you already begun your journey in the game, or are you holding off? Let us know in the comments below!
