Dragon's Dogma 2 Trailer Character Sparks Elden Ring Comparison

A character featured in the latest reveal trailer for Dragon’s Dogma 2 bears a striking resemblance to Melina, a beloved character from Elden Ring. The similarities between the two are quite apparent, and would likely be noticed by any fan of the latter game. The trailer was unveiled during the May 24, 2023 edition of the PlayStation Showcase, and the Melina-esque character makes a brief appearance around the twenty-five second mark. Despite only being on screen for a mere second, it was enough to pique the curiosity of viewers who were left wondering if it was indeed Melina.

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The similarities between Melina from Elden Ring and the unnamed character in the Dragon's Dogma 2 trailer are striking. Both characters don a dark robe and wear similarly-styled brown and dull-colored garments underneath. It's not uncommon for high fantasy settings to have characters with similar qualities, but the resemblance between these two characters cannot be ignored.

Additionally, the similarity in their appearance, particularly their red hair and hair texture, raises questions about the intentional reference to Elden Ring and its fans in the Dragon's Dogma 2 trailer. Given that both games take place in epic fantasy worlds, it is likely that many Elden Ring fans will also be interested in playing Dragon's Dogma 2. Including a character that is recognizable to these fans would undoubtedly be a welcomed surprise. Furthermore, the original Dragon's Dogma game is highly regarded, and acknowledging the Elden Ring franchise, which is still quite niche despite its popularity, is sure to generate significant excitement.

It remains uncertain whether the red-haired character featured in the trailer is an NPC or a player-created character. The original Dragon's Dogma game included character creation and custom followers called Pawns, indicating that Dragon's Dogma 2 may offer similar features. If the character is a player-created Pawn, it could provide a sneak peek into the character customization options available in the game. The appearance of the Melina lookalike in the trailer also sparks excitement among fans about the possibility of recreating beloved Elden Ring characters like Malenia, Blaidd, and Ranni the Witch in Dragon's Dogma 2.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 is in development for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.